Supporting Good Causes
In addition to connecting and supporting parents, the Parents’ Association undertake a range of work to both support good causes and invest back into the School to provide extra equipment or activities above and beyond that which the School would be expected to provide. The PA review their charities annually, if you would like to nominate a charity please click here.
We are very proud of the monies raised for local and national causes, echoing the School’s Partnerships programme. Our current chosen charities are:
THE LUCY RAYNER FOUNDATION
On the 5th of May 2012, Jenny Rayner and her family were tragically faced with the impact of mental illness when their daughter Lucy took her own life at the age of 22.
This life-changing event inspired Jenny and her family to begin campaigning about the mental health challenges faced by many young adults. The family quickly found that the support and help available to recognise and treat young adults with mental health challenges was woefully inadequate and significantly underfunded.
Jenny also discovered that her passion and tenacity to address these issues was shared by many others. Using her strong business acumen, entrepreneurial skills, and over 30 years of experience in marketing, media and event management, Jenny found herself perfectly positioned to make an impact in raising awareness of this critical problem.
Whilst recognising that mental health challenges and the associated stigma are huge issues which take no account of age, race or personal situation, the plight of young adults is Jenny’s key driver.
She understands, as do many of the major organisations involved, that if we correctly recognise and diagnose these issues in early adulthood, we can help support and empower individuals to get the help they so desperately need.
THE 1811 CIRCLE
Marking the year of our founding, the 1811 Circle is a unique opportunity to join fellow members in supporting Caterham School. Members of the 1811 Circle are pivotal in supporting our future plans and help us to widen access to the School.
For every six 1811 Circle members, we are able to offer one new transformational bursary place to a talented boy or girl. 1811 Circle donations also support special projects that enrich the learning experience of our prep and senior school pupils.
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