We want to celebrate our marriage by helping other people, so we would like you to donate money to our chosen charity, Fairbridge, instead of buying us a wedding present.

Fairbridge works with young people in the UK aged 13-25 that other organisations find difficult to engage – giving them the motivation, self-confidence and skills they need to change their lives. Last year, Fairbridge helped more than 3,500 take their first step. Most were classed as having ‘multiple needs’, such as homelessness, substance misuse or a history of offending.  Over the last 12 months, 85% went on to achieve something tangible. They returned to the classroom, started a college course, got a qualification, found a job or chose to remain in the Fairbridge programme to continue their development. Fairbridge centres are based in 15 of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK, including south London, where we live.

So please dig deep and donate now.