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Swindon seeks 50 more volunteers to host Ukrainian refugees

8/23/2026

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Swindon is seeking about 50 additional volunteers to host Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia’s invasion.
Swindon Welcomes Ukrainians (SWU) has housed over 500 people since 2022 through the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Eligible hosts receive a £350 per month thank-you payment for providing accommodation.
SWU’s fourth annual UkraineFest drew more than 4,000 attendees to Town Gardens and Old Town.

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Story summary

Swindon is seeking about 50 additional volunteers to host Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia’s invasion.
Swindon Welcomes Ukrainians (SWU) has housed over 500 people since 2022 through the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Eligible hosts receive a £350 per month thank-you payment for providing accommodation.
SWU’s fourth annual UkraineFest drew more than 4,000 attendees to Town Gardens and Old Town.