Hundreds of thousands of refugees have been forced to desperately flee Ukraine since Russia invaded the country last week.
520,000 people have so far crossed the borders to neighbouring countries, according to UN refugee chief Filippo Grandi.
And this number keeps rising.
Thousands more - including children, the elderly and disabled - who are unable to evacuate have been forced to seek refuge underground.
Authorities fear the number of refugees could reach up to 4.5 million if fighting were to spread across the country.
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As Ukraine sits 'on the brink of humanitarian catastrophe' after Putin's full-scale invasion, people need our help.
International charities and local community groups are doing their part to help support those in need, and s everal organisations across our region are accepting donations of vital supplies.
If you want to play your part, whether it is through donating money or by donating supplies, our list below will tell you some of the ways you can.
Ukrainian Cultural Centre 'Dnipro' Manchester
The Ukrainian Cultural Centre in Cheetham Hill is accepting donations for refugees.
In a post on their Facebook page today, organisers asked for donations of items such as warm clothes, socks, underwear, balaclavas, hats and sleeping bags.
They are also asking for items such a bandages, first aid kits and paracetamol and tinned food and instant noodles.
They have set up a collection point in Bolton.
Bury donation centre
A donation drive has been set up in Ramsbottom in Bury.
Jayne Billi, posting on Facebook, said volunteers are hoping to see children’s items like soft toys, crayons, colouring books, stationery, and nappies donated.
She is also on the lookout for blankets, towels, hygiene products, sanitary products, toothbrushes, clothing, first aid, and sleeping bags.
“Everything starts small,” Ms Billi said in her post.
“Domestic Maiden Cleaning Company staff and friends with Joanna Norris, Chloe Marie, and Heather Walker, are starting to get packages of aid together for Ukraine.
“[We are] desperate for hats, gloves, [and] scarves, for adults and children please, and any empty cardboard boxes we could use for transportation.
“The truck leaves the polish centre in Bury on Thursday so we have till Wednesday night.”
Donations can be left at Ramsbottom Cricket Club from 10:30am to 8pm on Tuesday (March 1) and Wednesday (March 2).
Drop off points organised by The Polish Integration Support Centre
The Polish Integration Support Centre has set up a number of drop-off points for donations across Greater Manchester.
Bee House bar on Deansgate Locks in Manchester city centre is accepting donations of items in need.
There are also drop-off points at the Polish Club on Back East Street in Bury and 'Wilno' Polish Centre on Worsley Road in Eccles.
The Bolton Ukrainian Club on Castle Street will also be open on Thursday from 7pm to 9pm for donations.
Co-ordinator Alicja Popowicz is asking for items such as foil survival blankets, toys, nappies, sanitary towels and sleeping bags to help those sleeping outdoors and having to fight on the front-line.
Information can be found on Beehouse page on Facebook: facebook.com/beehousemcr
Aliicja can also be called on 07432113290 for your nearest drop off point.
Drop off point at pub in Tottington
The Dungeon Inn in Tottington is acting as a drop-off point for donations.
In a post on Facebook, the pub said any items for donation can be dropped off at the venue on Turton Road.
These items will then be taken to the Polish Centre in Bury.
Irlam and Cadishead Foodbank
Donations including food, medical and personal hygiene supplies can be dropped at the Irlam and Cadishead Foodbank.
The centre can be found in the Methodist church on Boundary Road in Irlam.
The foodbank is open for donations today (Tuesday) between 9.30am and 12pm.
Donations can also been dropped off at Irlam Fire Station on Fairhills Road on Wednesday and Thursday.
People are being asked to place a label inside and outside of the bags/boxes with a note on what is inside.
Help Ukraine Emergency Appeal
A Go Fund Me page has been set up by the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain.
The association is working with accredited and registered Ukrainian charities to provide medicines, food and critical services to support the most vulnerable, the page says.
Donations will be used to fund immediate emergency and ongoing needs.
Donate to the appeal HERE.
There are five notable UK-wide charities currently providing support in Ukraine during the Russian invasion.
The British Red Cross
The British Red Cross has launched an urgent appeal to help Ukraine and is currently taking donations for the country's support.
The UK charity is working with the Ukrainian Red Cross Society and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to support people affected by the conflict.
Dominik Stillhart, ICRC director of operations, says 'millions are at risk of deadly consequences' from the intensification of fighting in Ukraine over the past week.
Donations to the Red Cross go towards food, water, first aid, medicines, warm clothes and shelter.
Donate here: donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-crisis-appeal
UNICEF
UNICEF is working across eastern Ukraine to deliver life-saving programmes for children as well as deliver safe drinking water in areas heavily impacted by the conflict.
UNICEF executive director Catherine M. Russell said in a statement: “UNICEF is working across eastern Ukraine to scale up life-saving programmes for children.
"This includes trucking safe water to conflict-affected areas; prepositioning health, hygiene and emergency education supplies as close as possible to communities near the line of contact; and working with municipalities to ensure there is immediate help for children and families in need.
"UNICEF-supported mobile teams are also providing psychosocial care to children traumatised by the chronic insecurity.”
Donate here: unicef.org/ukraine/en/donate-now
UN Refugee Agency
The UN Refugee Agency is working with local authorities and other partners in Ukraine to provide humanitarian assistance when needed.
High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi said the UN Refugee Agency is “working with the authorities, UN and other partners in Ukraine and is ready to provide humanitarian assistance wherever necessary and possible”.
Donate here: donate.unrefugees.org.uk
Sunflower of Peace
Sunflower of Peace is a local charity which aims to gather medical supplies for paramedics and doctors on the front lines of Ukraine.
Donate here: facebook.com/donate/507886070680475
United Help Ukraine
United Help Ukraine is a charity that focuses on providing humanitarian aid while also raising awareness of the current conflict.
Donate here: unitedhelpukraine.org
If you know of any other ways that people can help, please email ashlie.blakey@reachplc.com.
