A History of Giving
Since the beginnings of the Guilds in the 12th century, one of their first responsibilities was to develop and care for their members. The main ways they did this was to provide training in their trade, such as apprenticeships, and to provide support in sickness and old age. To this day supporting charity is a major focal point for the Livery Companies, including the Lightmongers. It is vital that our members are part of this. We ask members to join in and enjoy the fellowship of our fund-raising events and to be as generous as they can. All the detail about these events can be found on our events page.
Our Charities in more detail
Learn more about the charities the Lightmongers support
Sensory Impairment
The Lightmongers are proud to be affiliated with two specialist schools, Mary Hare School for Deaf children and young people, and New College Worcester for blind and partially sighted children and young people.
Our affiliations include engaging with pupils and staff through activities and events, gaining a better understanding of the vital work the organisations carry out and of course, fundraising.
The Lightmongers also support a range of other charities that work with people who have a sensory impairment and organisations who undertake research into prevention.
City of London Charities & our Affiliated Organisations.
We make donations to some of the City of London charitable causes including the annual Lord Mayor’s Appeal; The Hackney Carriage Drivers Magical Taxi Tour to Euro-Disney for sick children; City of London Red Cross; etc.
We also make donations or awards to our affiliated organisations.
Education
The Lightmongers Charitable Trust provides significant financial support to encouraging and developing people in our industry through providing a range of lighting education awards. For more details visit our education page.
What can you do?
The feeling of achievement and the positive impact you can have on the lives of others by getting involved is invaluable. You can take part in many ways, e.g. from making a donation, participating in fund-raising events and becoming involved in any initiatives we undertake with the organisations we support.
For more information or to share your ideas, please get in touch with our Clerk
Charities supported regularly from the Charity funds:
Action for Blind People (RNIB)
Blind in Business
British Blind Sport
National Eye Research Centre
Royal London Society for Blind Children
See Ability
Fight for Sight
Canine Partners for Independence
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People
Deaf Blind UK
Wooden Spoon
Treloars Trust
National Deaf Children’s Society
Mary Hare School for deaf children and young people
New College Worcester for blind or partially sighted young people
St. Botolph’s Church Charity (our affiliated Church)
St. Paul’s Cathedral
Sons & Friends of the Clergy
Royal British Legion
Sheriff & Recorder’s Fund
Trustees of the United Guilds
Jubilee Sailing Trust
Providence Row
ABF Soldiers Charity