Celebrating Success: An Afternoon & Evening of Generosity, Impact and Raising Hope
Our recent fundraising tea party was a tremendous success—an inspiring afternoon and evening filled with community spirit, heartfelt connections, and outstanding support. The event not only exceeded our expectations but also demonstrated the power of coming together for a common cause.
Guests mingled over delightful treats, engaged in inspiring conversations, and celebrated the vision behind our initiatives. Every smile and handshake confirmed that our shared commitment to making a positive impact is stronger than ever.
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors, whose unwavering support helped bring this event to life. A special thank you goes out to the donors of raffle and auction prizes—your contributions elevated the experience and sparked excitement among all participants.
Our heartfelt thanks also go to the dedicated volunteers whose tireless efforts ensured that every detail was taken care of and that our guests felt welcomed. Thanks also to Rudi Page, our MC for the evening, Opel Sings (poetry), Watty Jnr (O.B.E) D.J and C & S Catering Services.
Finally, we are incredibly thankful to every supporter who joined us in this celebration. Your remarkable contributions made this event a resounding success and a truly special experience. Without your enthusiasm and faith in our mission, none of this progress would have been possible.
It was a memorable fundraising tea party that raised an impressive £1900. The funds will provide aspiring hair and beauty students with essential tools, equipment, and uniforms—helping transform their passion into a promising career. Together, we have not only raised essential funds for our initiatives but also created a lasting sense of community and hope. We look forward to many more opportunities to come together and continue turning dreams into reality.
One of three prizes donated for auction - Resort Stay, Restaurant meal for two and Day spa for 2, in Ochio Rios, Jamaica
Other prizes, included: Signed football from Crystal Palace Football Club, London Hair Products & Gift Baskets, Wines, One Year Subscription to Black Beauty & Hair Magazine, Jamaicans in Britain Book, A selection of Caribbean Island Books, Dyke & Dryden Book - How They Made a Million.
After the Foundation Launch Ball in June 2019 we were able to sponsor 5 students to assist them to complete and gain their qualifications. We provided assistance with some of their course materials, tools and equipment, expenses for travel, job interviews, placement, support and advice.
One of sponsored students was awarded an additional course which she completed. This course had been provided at the Launch Ball, by one of our Sponsors, Kevin Fortune Styling Academy in London.
Unfortunately shortly after this COVID-19 started and we had to cancel the Black Tie Ball for July 2020, which had already been planned and booked at Wandsworth Town Hall. Since then due to the uncertain climate we found ourselves in, we decided to take part in a few other small events and supported other charities in their own charity work.
We would like to be able to assist other students again this year, thus our fundraiser Tea Party is planned to enable us to continue on our original path.
We would also like to take this opportunity to say a very big thank you to all our supporters and sponsors who have supported us in the past.
Mr Alex Hairdressing Foundation Launch Ball 2019
This event has now closed - please check back for any other upcoming events
Another floor was added to the school to expand to six classrooms
April 2025 Zetruim International School, Ghana are one of the projects we sponsor. Teachers , students & building sponsor Hannah, celebrating Africa Day.
Shipment received by Zetruim International school, Ghana, Africa.
Kofi, our shipper who ships to Zetrium International school Ghana, Africa, for us, went to visit the school while in Ghana, May 2025. Kofi gave a short lesson and words of encouragement to the students on behalf of Mr Alex Hairdressing Foundation.
Jackie Lilly & Audley English visited Alex Lilly's former Junior School in Gravel Hill, Clarendon, Jamaica in May 2025.
Here they were assisted by Teachers of the school and Vanessa Walters, formerly of Curl Up and Dye hair salon, London to make a presentation to the students.
They were given school bags, books, stationary, school supplies, followed by cookies and drinks for all.
Jackie gave the students a short motivational talk to encourage them.
Hammersmith College visit by supporters Diane Ritchie & Elaine Bell with one of the college tutors.
Please see some of the photos at the presentation day when the children and family members received their gifts how happy and joyful they were. It was so nice to see the items we actually packed ourselves on them and in the hands of those to which they were sent to.
Barrels and box packed ready for shipping to Ghana - April 2024
Kinder Zentrum International School is a free non-paying school. Jackie meeting with Antonio in Ghana July 2023 The Kinder Zentrum International School opening in November 2023
In conjunction with the United Mission of Goodwill USA, we donated and sent items and assisted with this mission trip to Falmouth Hospital, Jamaica, in June 2023. A team of Doctors, nurses and volunteers, flew to Jamaica from the USA at their own expenses to provide services free of charge to the local residents. A clinic was set up at Falmouth Hospital and ran for 5 days, providing, Eye surgery, reading glasses, blood pressure check, diabetes check, medications and a huge free giveaway of donated items, eg, clothing, shoes, household goods etc. Photos show supplies being loaded on the trucks to be transported from Kingston to Falmouth, St James, Jamaica to set up the clinic and giveaway.
Delegates from the UK and USA attended in May 2023 as a part of the Windrush Celebration, to assist with the fund raising for August Town Primary School, Kingston Jamaica.
Congratulations to Joe English who took part in the Tough Mudder Classic London West Event held at Henley on Thames, on the 4th May 2019. Here are some photos of him taking part.
Joe's aim was to raise 500 pounds for Mr Alex Hairdressing Foundation, and we are happy to say that he has exceeded his target. More on this to follow.
Joe English will be running in this event to raise funds for the Mr Alex Hairdressing Foundation.
We hope you will support him by making a donation vis Just Giving and/or attending the event in London.
Thank you for your generosity.
Although this event has now closed, you are still able to donate however, via the justgiving tab below
Here are some photos from our Foundation Launch Ball held on Saturday 8th June 2019.
Video Link to Promo Video here:
Please continue to support us by donating £15.00 for the full 1 hour video available by donating via the VirginGiving tab here:
A video will be mailed out to you for which you can claim Gift Aid by downloading the form here:
Here are some images from our past events.
Participants signing up at the start of the first sponsored walk outside of The Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust in London in September 1996.
Participants on the walk through Camden Town, London.
Alex and Jackie Lilly on Streatham Common in front of the marquee with participants and supporters at the end of the first sponsored walk.
The marquee was donated by the marquee company, water donated by Evian Water and food was supplied by various caterers for all who attended.
Alex Lilly and Daniel DeGayle with a crowd of participants celebrating the end of the walk.
Alex's hospital board with some of the many get well and well wishes cards he had received.
