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Making Strides: Windows, Electrics, Plaster, and More

Greetings from Nemcinany!We are thrilled to share exciting progress on our mission to provide aid and safe housing to Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia. Despite the scorching heat, our dedicated team has been working tirelessly to renovate the old shelter, and we couldn't be prouder with the results so far.One of the major milestones we have achieved is the installation of bedroom door frames. This significant step brings us closer to the completion of the windows, which will not only enhance the a...

Rooms are getting ready

Hi Friends, We've been rushing to complete as many rooms as possible, for the plasterers arriving Sunday 21st May 2023. Tam will be off again to the UK soon to pick up the van and the next lot of donations - THANK YOU!!!! Tris' mum came for a visit of the project and gives her seal of approval. YAY!! Cheers Mum! It's been cold but at 80 years old, she has really mucked in. Thank goodness, the weather is changing and it looks like it is going to be warm next week. Right on time for the arrival of...

Things are moving

Hi Friends,We wanted to give you an update on how everything for Shelter for Ukraine has been going these last few months.Norman (our project manager) and the boys have continued working through the winter in Nemcinany and deserve a medal for what they have accomplished. It has been freezing on site, but they have carried on regardless. The rooms are now looking amazing!!!!Tam and Tris (the founders) have been working in New Zealand to develop a budget for phase two. In doing so, we have recruit...

Thank you Altaterra!

We are really excited to be able to let you all know that we have the entire floor structure completed for the school building and can now press on with the development of all the bedrooms!!Thanks to the incredible generosity of Altaterra and the amazing team that works there, all the roof windows were donated and are currently being installed by the local builders. The whole building is starting to look like the vision we had when the war started and it won’t be long before we can achieve ou...

Volunteers needed

Are you a Social Media wizard? Want to do achieve a mission that will stand out on your CV?Just out of University and wondering what could land you your next dream job? Look no further. The Team at the Taylor McCabe Institute needs a social media specialist to set them up for success. Volunteering hours are completely flexible - you can work anytime, anywhere but we advise you to commit at least 2h/week of your time.  With our fresh new website up and running thanks to Claire Thi,...

On track for a shelter before winter

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