The Ukrainian Children's Christian Fund (UCCF) is a charitable organization
registered and located in the greater Vancouver area of British Columbia, Canada. Founded by
Michael & Olga Lapka (see picture left), the society was registered in 1976, and was previously
known as PCF Missionary Fellowship. When Mike and Olga "retired" they re-focused their outreach
specifically to the many orphaned and needy children and families in the Ukraine in the wake of
the changing political climate. UCCF continues to be administered out of Canada, under the
direction of the Lapka's with a dedicated Board of Volunteers. In the Ukraine, an equally
dedicated group of volunteer Christian workers lead Sunday School classes, run Christian camps
at Peaceful Haven Camp on the Azov Sea, provide Christian literature, and distribute basic
humanitarian aid. In Germany, Andreas Besmehn is the UCCF representative.
The goals of UCCF are: 1. To spread the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to children and families in the Ukraine 2. To demonstrate the love of Christ by giving basic necessities to needy children: the orphans, abandoned little ones, the sick. 3. To encourage fellowship among Christians across borders, nations, and miles, by sharing news, blessings, and opportunities to serve one another "in Christ."