FunDonor

FunDonor is an exciting way for young people to help raise money for charity. Get involved! ⬇⬇⬇ Soon on @Indiegogo #GiveBack & #Empower

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Every movement starts with an idea. FunDonor began with a simple belief: giving should be visible, accountable, and inspiring. Today, that idea is growing into a platform where people can connect, contribute, and create change.

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I empower because I’ve seen what happens when belief meets opportunity. At 13, Johncross a Nigerian schoolboy, was given that chance. Through our program, he was invited by HM The Queen to Buckingham Palace where they hosted a private exhibition for him of Ben Enwonwu’s work.

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FunDonor has begun outreach across London to shape the FunDonor Youth Kindness Platform, an initiative to turn intention into action through giving, volunteering, and social impact. We’re building something led by young people, for young people, with youthful purpose at its core

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Since my mum passed away, a few uncanny things have happened. For the first time ever, the FunDonor newsletter number has been duplicated, not once, but twice - and both times the theme was about Mum. I know she’s encouraging me to keep believing and to never give up on FunDonor

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In recent weeks, I’ve shared the deep loss of my mother, my biggest advocate and the one who relentlessly encouraged me to bring FunDonor to life. I wish she could have seen it fully realised. That regret now fuels resolve.

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This week’s newsletter was delayed for the first time. This was due to Mum’s funeral which took place on 24 February. Now she is at rest, I can focus fully on fulfilling the legacy she placed in me: to launch FunDonor and publish my first book.

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As I prepare to say a final farewell to my mum, I’ve been reading the diary of her life, going back over 50 years. Page by page, ordinary days became extraordinary through gratitude and love. My joy lives on in her memory.

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Ecclesiastes reminds us, “There is a time for everything... These past weeks have been a time for grieving, and I’ve been open about the loss of my mum. Mum always believed relentlessly in my dream for FunDonor. In my mothers honour, I am committed to make FunDonor a reality.

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Loss has a way of stopping time. When my mum passed, everything slowed, and in that quiet, I reflected deeply on FunDonor; Why it exists. Who it’s for. What it can become.

This pause has strengthened my commitment, a commitment to build something that pays it forward, every day.

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Who’s got your back? When I was 9, my teacher a book I wrote as a school assignment. Back then there were no computers. I had no backups. My mum marched to the school ready to “kill” the teacher (she didn’t), but her fire made one thing crystal clear: She had my back.

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This week, I lost my mum. This is dedicated to her memory. Mum was my main inspiration for creating FunDonor, believing deeply in giving back. Her passing has transformed my grief into purpose. FunDonor will be a living memorial to her inspiration and vision.

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This week, I honour my mum on her 90th birthday. This is a huge milestone and a time for me to thank the one person who has always had my back. My mum always encouraged me, always protected me. Thank you mum for believing in me. FunDonor is dedicated to you.

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Collaboration is where purpose meets possibility. This week FunDonor has been approached by two high-profile LinkedIn connections who want to explore working together. We’re setting up exploratory chats to learn more, and look for meaningful overlap in skills, and impact goals.

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Always tell your story. I fell in love with art at 10 when I painted the President of Nigeria. That sparked a lifelong purpose. I founded an NGO to empower young people through creative arts and writing. I share my journey in a new podcast with Getrude Matshe.

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I’ve seen how powerful young people become when someone truly believes in them. That’s why I created FunDonor. It’s not just about fundraising, it’s about giving young people a voice, real responsibility, and a chance to lead change in their own way.

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I attended a business start-up event in the British Library’s Pigott Theatre today and was struck by unassuming and accessible Joe Wicks is. One line he shared hit me: “If you’re going to miss the bus, miss it whilst running for it.” That’s exactly the spirit behind FunDonor.

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This week I shared my story with two influential people. They were powerful, respected, accomplished, and yet their stories humbled me. Listening to the paths they walked reminded me that behind every success is a journey, and behind every journey are unseen sacrifices.

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If “Girl Math” can justify buying an iced coffee because it’s emotionally essential currency, then we can also apply that same playful logic to generosity. £5 to help a classmate or to back a micro-project is less than a Starbucks. £1 a day is cheaper than an Uber across town.

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Last week, I received some truly constructive feedback from a LinkedIn contact, a talented visual strategist who has worked with Disney and Netflix. Their insights were critical and exactly what FunDonor needs. It’s already sparked change in how we will shape messaging.

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I wanted to say a huge thank you to Kearn Cherry for inviting me to speak at her incredible Power Up Summit in London last weekend. It was an inspiring event filled with changemakers and visionaries.