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There are lots of ways to get involved and get active whilst supporting the work of the Foundation.

Whatever you do, we will be on hand to support you at every stage of your journey, whether you choose to walk, run, cycle or find your own event as a way to raise funds. Consider social distanced events and on-line events to keep communities connected and raise funds at the same time!

So, if you want to set yourself a challenge whilst raising vital funds for our work then sign up today to be part of #StephensTeam!

To register your interest in taking part in an event, or if you have already been successful in an own-place ballot for an event and would like to fundraise for us, please email info@stephenlawrenceday.org

Raise funds online

You can help us raise funds by setting up a dedicated online fundraising page. This allows you to collect and manage donations from friends, family and colleagues quickly and easily. Virgin Money Giving and JustGiving are two of the most popular sites. It will only take few minutes to set up and you can easily share your fundraising mission with your family and friends. Just look at what Captain Tom achieved – the challenge he set himself captured the hearts of the nation for a cause that was important to him. That was an amazing achievement but any amount you raise large or small contributes to creating a legacy of change.
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Fundraising resources

Whether you’re thinking about organising a cake sale, hosting a quiz night or taking on a sponsored challenge, use our fundraising packs below to help you get things off the ground with ease. If you’re in need of some inspiration, they’ve got some handy ideas and tips, as well as including essential information and resources to help you with your plans.

Raise funds online

One of the best ways to raise funds is to set up a dedicated online fundraising page. This allows you to collect and manage donations from friends, family and colleagues quickly and easily. Just Giving are two of the most popular sites to help you do this. It will only take few minutes to get up and running and can help you reach your fundraising target in no time.

Share your story

We love to hear about all the exciting things our supporters are up to! Contact us via email at info@stephenlawrenceday.org to let us know your plans.

Guidelines for using our logo

We are happy for people to use our logo when they are fundraising for us, but we do ask you stay within our guidelines. This is because our logo is part of our reputation and the good will that comes with it, and any misuse could potentially damage support for us and impact the legacy of Stephen Lawrence.

  • Our logo should only be used when you are fundraising for us, and not to support fundraising for other causes, organisations or commercial use.
  • Do not modify or alter the logo. This means you should not, for example, change the scale, skew or rotate the logo or change or vary the colours.
  • You should not use the logo in any way which is misleading or which misrepresents your relationship with the Foundation, for example by implying that the SLDF supports, is a client of or is affiliated to your organisation.
  • You must not use our logo to support any activity or in any way that violates any law or regulations or in any way that violates the trademarks, copyright or intellectual property rights of others.
  • It may be that we ask to see samples of any materials that use our logo, and you must make any changes to your use of the logo that we request.
  • Thank you for following our guidelines, and good luck with your fundraising!

Good practice guidelines for fundraising

Fundraising can be a lot of fun, and is also a great way to involve people. It can also contribute to our reputation by explaining what our organisation does and where people’s money goes. We want everyone who fundraises for us to feel confident that they are acting in line with the law and with best practice to protect their own reputation.
We have set out some simple guidelines to help protect you when you are fundraising and to ensure that you reflect our values and principles in all that you do. There is more advice on difference aspects of fundraising in our fundraising resources.

Please follow these simple guidelines:

Be clear and truthful

You need to ensure that any materials, like leaflets or a webpage, that you use to support your fundraising are not misleading, for example because you have left information out or misrepresented what will happen to the money you raise.

Honour your promises to the people who support you

When you raise money for a specific purpose, it has to be used for that purpose, so, for example, if you are raising money for more than one charity, or not all of their donation will go to us, you need to let donors know that.

Treat people fairly and with respect

We believe that fundraising should always be a positive experience, so always treat people fairly and with respect and take care never to pressurise anyone into giving.

Handle donations safely and securely

Think carefully about how you will handle funds, to ensure that they are protected and your donors can be confident that they will reach us as planned. You can make a direct donation to us here.

Thank you for following our guidelines and good luck with your fundraising.

Plan an event

Thinking about holding an event to raise funds? It can be hard work but incredibly rewarding, knowing your efforts will help improve the lives of disadvantaged young people and communities. An event is also a great way to raise funds whilst having fun in your community with friends, family and colleagues.

Top tips for planning an event

  • Set a target for how much you are trying to raise, this will help you plan, and will motivate people to help you get there! A good balance is to aim to raise three times more than you spend.
  • Set a budget. Work out what you will need to spend money on beforehand, so you can make sure you are raising more than it costs you.
  • Check the calendar. People are less likely to be able to come if your event clashes with a major sporting event or a national day. You also need to give yourself enough time to make all the preparations and to publicise what you’re doing.
  • Plan what you will need to do beforehand and what you will need to do on the day. This will help you work out what help you might need, identify any challenges early, and make sure it all runs smoothly.
  • Get help. It’s often more fun, as well as less work, when friends and family get involved. You never know, you may find that they have hidden talents!
  • Tell everyone what you’re doing and why. You might want to create some flyers or posters. Email friends and colleagues with information that they can send on to others. Social media is also a great way to advertise what you’re doing.
  • Don’t forget to thank everyone. After the event, remember to send a big thank you to everyone who has helped, and let everyone know how much you raised.

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THOMAS AQUILINA

STEPHEN LAWRENCE DAY FELLOW, LONDN SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

The London School of Architecture has appointed Thomas Aquilina as its inaugural Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation Fellow through the generous donation of the Foundation in September 2021 under the instigation of founding LSA Vice-Chair Elsie Owusu OBE and the RIBA, marking another significant step in the LSA’s commitment to widening access and participation in architectural education.

Through this Fellowship, Thomas is committed to researching means of tackling of historic and current underrepresentation of black and other racialised groups in the architecture profession. A tutor in Critical Practice and Design History at the LSA, Thomas is a registered architect and educator dedicated to building communities of radical thought and progressive practice. He is a co-director of the New Architecture Writers programme and a co-founder of the publishing collective Afterparti. Thomas is also investigating local understandings of spatial justice in London as a Design Researcher in Residence at the Design Museum. As a past recipient of the Stephen Lawrence Architecture bursary, Thomas’ trajectory in architecture is one indebted to Stephen’s legacy. Under the fellowship, Thomas looks to:
  • Lead conversations at the LSA around curriculum reform, in particular in relation to decoloniality, decarbonisation and destandardisation.
  • Work on delivering on the strategic priorities contained in the LSA’s ambitious Access and Participation Plan, which seeks to increase the number of Black and Asian students in its cohorts, and students from low-income and low-participation backgrounds.
  • Cultivate and nurture relationships with local schools, devising an ambitious ‘Part 0’ outreach programme.
  • Serve as a visible role model and mentor within to the school to underrepresented racialised groups.

The LSA once again wishes to express its gratitude to the RIBA, Elsie Owusu and the vision of Baroness Lawrence for enabling such pioneering research and action at the LSA and subsequently the wider architectural community.

LSA Stephen Lawrence Foundation Fellow, Thomas Aquilina, said:
“At this exciting time of new directorship for The LSA, I want to support the work of building an architecture school that is attune to the value of equitable and radical perspectives.”

Baroness Doreen Lawrence said:
“I am pleased to see that the LSA has appointed Thomas Aquilina to lead on this ambitious plan in researching decoloniality in architecture. For too long access to the profession of architecture was limited and challenging for those from underrepresented groups, this will be a great asset in widening participation for all.”

London School of Architecture Head of School and CEO, Dr Neal Shasore, said:
“It is fantastic that, thanks to this donation, we have been able to offer this new Fellowship. In an intensely competitive field, Thomas’s vision of what we could achieve was truly inspiring. I am looking forward to working closely with him over the coming year, ensuring the LSA leads the conversation around decoloniality and architectural education.”

JASON MBUKU

Freshfields Stephen Lawrence Scholar

To say I was grateful to be named as a Freshfields Stephen Lawrence Scholar would be an understatement. The application process was tough but enjoyable and I’m very proud of myself for having been successful. I can’t wait to get started and learn the invaluable skills Freshfields have in store for us, [and] meeting some amazing people in the process.

Tyron Denton

FRESHFIELDS STEPHEN LAWRENCE SCHOLAR

Why did you decide to apply for the Freshfields Stephen Lawrence Scholarship?
After receiving an email from Mrs Gillow and shortly after having a meeting with her, I did some more research on Freshfields and more importantly the Stephen Lawrence Scheme. Aside from knowing that it would be a great opportunity regardless of whether I received a scholarship, the aims of addressing the underrepresentation of black male students within City careers in the name of Stephen Lawrence was truly compelling.

How did you feel when you heard you were selected for the scholarship?
I was extremely grateful. As a man of faith I couldn’t stop giving thanks to God as it would not have been possible without his favour. I was also extremely grateful to be part of an empowering scheme that will undoubtedly leave a legacy to inspire black men in the future.

What does the scholarship offer and what do you feel you have gained from the opportunity?
The scholarship has a lot to offer, far more than just monetary contribution towards studies. It’s a 15-month development programme tailored to each scholar including career advice, work experience, an alternative route to an interview for a training contract at Freshfields mentoring amongst much more. I am still in the very early stages of this journey, however from the insight day and assessment centres alone I have gained an incredible amount. I have been able to meet and converse with accomplished professionals who work within the City, and fellow students, all of which has given me a better perspective to careers and life in general.

What advice would you give to someone thinking of applying?
If you are thinking of applying, I would highly recommend speaking with the university contact for the Scheme. I’d say enter the process with an open mind and willingness to learn more about yourself, others, and careers. It sounds very cliché, but be yourself. Freshfields genuinely want to get to know you as a person, from the application to the assessment centres, so showcase the best version of yourself. In doing so you’ll also find that you gain a lot more from the experience, whether that be mentors, friends, or gaining a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses.

Robert Gomez

STEPHEN LAWRENCE BURSARY STUDENT

Different people have different backgrounds and people’s financial situations are not the same. I needed the financial help of a bursary or it would have been a case of me not going to university.

“The bursary has completely changed my time at DMU. It means I can spend more of the day focussing on the course rather than having to worry about other stuff.

“If this bursary was not in place it would have been incredibly difficult to manage university life.

“I am enjoying the course. When you are given a brief in the first year of study you can go wild with it. You are allowed to go crazy. You can create a building and then turn it on its head. You have the freedom of creativity. I think it’s a different story from the second year onwards!
“Architecture was the dream for me since secondary school. The bursary has solidified that dream and is turning it into reality.

“Hopefully in a few years’ time I will be running my own practice. It is a long journey but it’s got to be done when it comes to having ambitions in your life.”

Grace Carter

STEPHEN LAWRENCE BURSARY STUDENT

‘Growing up with a single parent as a mixed raced girl, I have seen how hard life can be. My mum brought me up to work hard and to believe in myself so I applied for an internship in London, knowing I would struggle to find and pay for accommodation. It seemed like an impossible task to afford to live in London and pursue my career however thanks to the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation I have been able to flourish in London. I have been able to access my current workplace without any hassle due to the support the Foundation has given me. I’m eternally grateful for this generosity and still can’t believe I’m able to stay in such nice accommodation that is so close to my workplace without worrying about finances.

Stephen Appiah Kubi

As a Scholar, one of the ways I take advantage of the power of learning is that I am encouraged to develop a commercially aware outlook that follows current socioeconomic, political, legal, and technological issues. In analyzing how these issues affect businesses, we develop a more entrepreneurial mindset.

The power of learning extends far beyond tackling business challenges. It equips us with the knowledge and understanding needed to address inequality and drive positive change for a more inclusive society. Embracing an attitude of learning forces us to let go of lazy assumptions and ignorant generalisations, ones that divide our society.”

DAN HORNER

STEPHEN LAWRENCE BURSARY STUDENT

‘The accommodation bursary granted to me was the biggest anxiety relief, moving down to London and pursuing a placement opportunity was daunting enough without the added pressure of finding accommodation. The bursary has allowed me to enjoy what London has to offer as well as learning new skills on my placement that can enhance my career prospects in the industry I love.

The accommodation is perfect for my needs, safe and well located with transport links, I am forever indebted to the Stephen Lawrence Day Foundation for allowing me to have this opportunity with minimum worry.

Thank you again for all the support.’