Aviva Community Fund has provided £550 of funding
The Aviva Community Fund is backing the clever ideas that move communities forward and we are proud that our people supported this project in round four 2020.
Help Keep Our Choir of Refugees & Friends Singing!
by Citizens of the World Choir in London, England, United Kingdom
We did it
On 18th January 2021 we successfully raised £15,050 with 172 supporters in 69 days
We’re a choir of refugees, asylum seekers, migrants and friends, determined to keep singing & recording together through Covid-19 and beyond
by Citizens of the World Choir in London, England, United Kingdom
Mayor's Back to Business Fund has provided £5,000 of funding
This fund provides support for small businesses to survive through COVID-19 and adapt to do business through London’s recovery.
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S Banbury pledged £20
20th December 2020 at 11:48am
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twriteragain pledged £30
16th December 2020 at 10:13pm
twriteragain has also backed 2 other projects
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Anonymous pledged £38
16th December 2020 at 8:39pm
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Sarah Beach pledged £50
16th December 2020 at 8:24pm
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Sharon Mann pledged £20
16th December 2020 at 8:05pm
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Sheilagh Guthrie pledged £50
16th December 2020 at 8:05pm
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Anonymous pledged £135
16th December 2020 at 6:44pm
Rachel Hattingh pledged £225
16th December 2020 at 6:14pm
Rachel Hattingh has also backed 1 other project
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Roger Sanderson pledged £10
16th December 2020 at 6:08pm
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London Contemporary School of Piano pledged £286
16th December 2020 at 5:51pm
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John Ogden pledged £100
16th December 2020 at 4:11pm
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Anonymous pledged £30
16th December 2020 at 3:16pm
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Jonathan James Pitchfork pledged £20
16th December 2020 at 1:39pm
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Anonymous pledged £15
16th December 2020 at 11:59am
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Anonymous pledged £10
16th December 2020 at 11:56am
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Martyn & Sue Dell pledged £100
16th December 2020 at 11:02am
Martyn & Sue Dell has also backed 3 other projects
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Margaret Woods pledged £10
16th December 2020 at 10:54am
Margaret Woods has also backed 1 other project
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Hannah McPake pledged £10
16th December 2020 at 10:43am
Hannah McPake has also backed 1 other project
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Anonymous pledged £5
16th December 2020 at 10:12am
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Fearn Bishop pledged £50
16th December 2020 at 9:08am
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T J Matthews pledged £300
15th December 2020 at 3:33pm
Rewards
This project offers rewards in return for your donation.
£15 or more
15 of 100 claimedChoir Hand-designed Greetings Cards
Spread the choir’s message of joy by sending festive greetings with these unique hand-designed cards featuring artwork by choir members (pack of 3).
These will be sent out by 14th December so in time for Christmas posting.
£20 or more
21 of 50 claimedChoir Hand-designed Poetry Tea Towel
Many of our choir members are wordsmiths, so keep a piece of art in your kitchen by purchasing an especially-designed tea-towel showcasing the uplifting and hopeful poetry of one of our choir members.
(Delivered within 4-6 weeks of the donation being made)
£25 or more
6 of 50 claimedChoir Happy Campers Mug
You can’t get one of these anywhere else! A sturdy last-forever enamel mug emblazoned with the choir logo - so you can show off about your support and declare yourself a true Citizen of the World.
(Delivered within 4-6 weeks of the donation being made)
£40 or more
6 of 50 claimedCitizen of the World Kitchen Pack
Brighten up your kitchen - or your glamping travels - with our unique Happy Camper enamel Mug and Poetry Teatowel in a reduced-price art deal!
£50 or more
10 of 100 claimedSee Your Name on Our Beautiful EP Artwork
Want to be part of something amazing? See your name appear on the beautiful artwork for our upcoming EP of our own original music! For this generous donation, you’ll get a credit on the digital EP artwork, a copy of which will be sent to you to accompany our Spotify release in Summer next year.
£75 or more
2 of 20 claimedPersonalised Blessing from Lord Roger Roberts
Any families unable to be together this year, or visit loved ones over Christmas? Have a special personal blessing recorded for you and your family especially by Founder of Citizens of the World Choir, Methodist minister, and Lib Dem peer Lord Roger Roberts of Llandudno.
(To be recorded and sent as a digital message by 23rd December).
£125 or more
2 of 20 claimedIntro to the London Contemporary Piano School
Looking to (re)discover your inner musical genius? Give your musicianship a boost with ONE WHOLE MONTH of access to world-class piano coaching - including a 1-on-1 hour long session with a LCPS tutor and 4 weekly seminars courtesy of our very own pianist and composer, Tom Donald, founder of the LCPS! Perfect for treating yourself or a loved one interested in piano!
£200 or more
1 of 3 claimedPortrait Session with photographer Rachel Otterway
COTW Associate Rachel Otterway’s photos are never short of breathtaking. She captures moments with grace and beauty - and for £200, she’ll take your portrait. A 30 minute session - perfect for headshots or family portraits, to treat yourself or loved ones.
(Email voucher, to be claimed and arranged by mutual convenience by end of June 2021 - London only).
£250 or more
1 of 5 claimedCOTW Patron Emily Watson OBE Performs Just For You
Want to hear Bafta-winning, Oscar-nominated actress and Choir Patron Emily Watson OBE perform JUST FOR YOU? Receive a personal thanks & professional video recording of one of Britain’s favourite actresses performing a poem or reading of your choice - even something you've written yourself! Why not surprise a loved one on a special day such as a birthday or wedding with this thoughtful gift. (T&Cs apply: to be delivered by June 2021)
£250 or more
2 of 5 claimedChoir Patron Ian Shaw Performs Just For You
What’s your favourite song? Internationally acclaimed jazz legend Ian Shaw will PERSONALLY record it for you in his own very special style: nobody else will have this exclusive version! Enjoy your very own bespoke performance, including a personalised thank you from Ian on behalf of the choir. This gift is perfect for treating yourself, loved ones, or clubbing together with friends for a virtual concert. (T&Cs apply: to be delivered by June 2021)
£500 or more
0 of 1 claimedMentor session with Basement Jaxx's Felix Buxton
WOW! An exclusive chance to talk music making, song writing, and artistic development with one of the UK's leading composers and most visionary music producers - an opportunity not to be missed! Grab this chance, whether you’re a fan or music-maker yourself - or splash out to treat a loved one to help follow their dream. Two hour session.
(Email voucher, to be claimed and arranged by mutual convenience by March 2021)
£500 or more
0 of 2 claimedWorld class piano concert streamed to your home!
Renowned film composer and Citizens of the World Associate Musical Director Tom Donald will perform a 40 minute set JUST FOR YOU - he’ll even take requests. Perfect for you, your family and friends to enjoy in digital or in-person gatherings, (subject to date availability) and other get-togethers!
(You will receive a voucher, to be claimed and arranged by mutual convenience by end of June 2021)
£1,000 or more
0 of 1 claimedExclusive Choir Recording Just For You
If you’re in a position to support us at this highest level, we will arrange, learn, sing and record a song of your choice, especially for you, along with personal greetings and thank yous from our Choir members.
(You will receive a voucher, to be claimed and arranged by mutual convenience by end of June 2021)