Summary
A retired silversmith named Mark Stevens from Ludlow, Shropshire, has been turning used candles into temporary stoves for people in Ukraine affected by power and heating shortages. Over 18 months, he has collected over 1,000 kilograms of candle wax from places like churches and shops to support both civilians and the military in Ukraine.
Key Facts
- Mark Stevens has collected more than 1,000 kilograms of used candles.
- He uses the candle wax to make temporary stoves for Ukraine.
- These stoves are important for areas in Ukraine without electricity and heating.
- Stevens has traveled to Ukraine four times to deliver these stoves personally.
- The candles and stoves are also sent through a charity organization.
- Stevens collects the candles from places such as churches and charity shops.
- In addition to stoves, Stevens supplies generators and vehicles to Ukrainians.
- Many Ukrainian refugees live in Ludlow, where Stevens resides.
