2 fundraising dinners for important LGBTQ+ charities during Oct ’24

There’s no better way to help the important work of two of our favourite charities than by doing so over a fabulous fundraising dinner with convivial company. As the nights draw in, October sees two worthy charities, Stonewall Housing and Stonewall, both put on a spread to help raise some much needed cash to help make a difference and improve the lives of LGBTQI+ people.

1. GPN and Stonewall Housing Fundraising Dinner at Ffiona’s Restaurant

GPN and Stonewall Housing will host a fundraising dinner on Monday, 21 October, at the renowned Ffiona’s Restaurant, a hidden gem in the heart of Kensington. You can expect a wonderful evening of good food, beautiful music, and excellent company while supporting a worthy cause.

Menu: Ticket includes three courses, drink on arrival, wine during dinner and an after-dinner coffee

To Begin:

• King shrimp with chillies, ginger, and garlic
• Ffiona’s duck paté with homemade quince chutney and sourdough toast
• Aubergine fritters in tempura batter with a sweet chilli dip (vegan)

Main Course:

• Chicken Kyiv – “probably the best in the world!”
• Rump of Cornish lamb with wild garlic, mint pesto, and spinach
• Hampshire chalk stream trout with ginger, garlic, and basil dressing
• Sweet potato and heritage beetroot noodles with edamame, green onions, walnut sage pesto, and dukkah (vegan)

Desserts:

• Apple and blueberry crumble with vanilla ice cream or custard
• Sticky toffee pudding with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
• Cheese plate
• Chocolate cheesecake with honeycomb ice cream (vegan)

You’ll be asked to make your menu selections at the time of booking. Please ensure you provide all allergy information and dietary requirements.

There will also be an exciting auction and raffle with incredible prizes including:

Champagne dinner for 2 at L’Escargot Restaurant

A night’s stay at Pan Pacific London

With more prizes to be announced!

At the same time as enjoying yourself, you will also be supporting Stonewall Housing 

Stonewall Housing provides essential housing advice, advocacy, and support to LGBTQ+ individuals facing homelessness or unsafe living conditions. Last year alone, Stonewall Housing was able to support 3200 LGBTQI+ people. However, more than 70,000 people across the UK need help. Stoenwall’s services include a mental health advocacy program, specialised support for those escaping domestic abuse or for people who need support around drugs or alcohol, as well as targeted assistance for those over 50, and advice drop-ins across London, Brighton, and Birmingham. Additionally, we provide supported accommodation for 18 to 25-year-olds.

One-third of the people we support have experienced some kind of abuse in addition to homelessness, whether that be abuse at the hands of parents, siblings or partners. Stonewall Housing strives to be a judgment-free support system that enables people to rebuild their lives. By attending this event, you are helping ensure everyone has a safe place to call home and can access the specialist support they need. 

Thanks to the generosity of Ffiona’s Restaurant, all proceeds from ticket sales will go directly towards supporting the charity’s vital work.

So please book as soon as you can and by 14 October 2024.

How can I donate to Stonewall Housing?

To make a donation and support this vital work you can donate directly at this link: Stonewall Housing https://stonewallhousing.org/donate/

2. The Stonewall Equality Dinner 2024

Another fundraising dinner is for Stonewall at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, London, WC2, on 30 October 2024.

This is Stonewall´s most vital fundraiser of the year; hosted by fashion legend Gok Wan and comedian, Suzi Ruffell.

Sir Ian McKellen to accept Lifetime Achievement Award

Actor, LGBTQI+ activist and Stonewall Founder, Sir Ian McKellen CBE, will be accepting a lifetime achievement award at this important charity dinner. There will be an afterparty with an exclusive set from LGBTQI+ icon DJ Fat Tony!

Expect an evening of gourmet dining, inspirational speakers, fabulous entertainment and huge networking opportunities.

Who are Stonewall?

Stonewall have been standing for LGBTQ+ rights for over 30 years. They are part of a large global network of organisations that have fought for LGBTQ+ equality in our everyday lives. Their work is vital in ensuring that LGBTQ+ people can live safely. As our rights are being degraded their work becomes even more vital.

If you can´t attend a charity dinner, please consider making a direct donation to help support their vital work.