Star Trek Making Dreams Come True

Aim

The Shepherd Street Trust is a charity helping underprivileged children achieve their dreams. I wouldn’t be where I am today without them...

As early as 13 years old, I had decided I wanted a career in musical theatre so pestered my mum to let me audition for the renowned Italia Conti Academy of Performing Arts, in London. On being accepted into the school I was devastated to learn we wouldn't be able to afford the private school fees, but I didn’t give in. For two weeks I cried, pleaded, and tried to convince my mum that there must be another way…

Fed up of my tantrums (I'm sure), my mum put together a portfolio of all the dance awards I’d won over the years, and sent it to local businesses in the area. At the 11th hour we received a letter from the Shepherd Street Trust who very kindly offered to pay for my first year of studies. 

It was day one at the school - which was two weeks after we’d opened the letter that changed everything - and my headteacher said something that I'll never forget:

 ‘Glad you could make it kid.’

It has always been a goal of mine to help underprivileged children fulfil their dreams, so my hope is that together we can help them ‘make it’ too.  

With a few different pricing options there's something for everyone, and for those that don't feel inspired, a simple share would be very much appreciated. 

Also, Christmas gifts anyone?

As you have a browse at the rewards, keep in mind that every penny donated will be going to The Shepherd Street Trust: https://www.shepherdstreettrust.co.uk/  - and if you don't fancy a reward but still want to donate I would be super grateful. 

Thank you,

Christina and Princess Runa xxx

This project successfully funded on 5th December 2022