October 1st, 2008 - Social Innovation Series
Theme of "Innovative approaches to improving kids life chances"
We had a superb session in the first of our Social Innovation series at: Mary Ward House: 5-7 Tavistock Place, W1. featuring:
Brett Wigdortz, CEO and Founder of Teach First
John Quinn of Beat Bullying
Daniel Baltzer of Kids Company
They discussed the work of their charities and their different approaches to helping disadvantaged kids in the UK to lead fuller lives. The audience of over 80 members and friends asked some penetrating questions and were given an opportunity to explore how they could make a difference, either through skills-contribution or one-on-one work with disadvantaged kids.
Midsummer Night's Ball
Thursday 5th June 2008
A wonderful evening was had at the LSO St Lukes, 161 Old Street, London EC1. Over 240 guests attended and with the significant sum raised from our guests and the various auctions, VPF will be able to extend the number of charities that it funds in 2008.
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A special thanks to our sponsors.
Our Sponsors
- February 27th, 2008
Chris Underhill, founder of VPF-supported charity Basic Needs and Maria Malan, whose story about her ability to generate a great livelihood due to Fairtrade ethical supplier practices poses some interesting thoughts, came to speak to VPF members. Hosting the festivities will be Olympic gold medalist and VPF trustee, Jonathan Edwards. This was followed up with some great South African Fairtrade wines to mark Fairtrade Fortnight.
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- November 28th, 2007
Andrea Coleman, CEO and founder of VPF-supported charity Riders for Health came to talk about the inspirational work that the charity has been doing. It was also a chance for VPF to celebrate its 2nd year birthday.
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