From generation to generation
PHILANTHROPY Affecting change through a gift in your Will The Haberdashers’ Company is a family: an exceptional family with 650 years of history. We have witnessed the immense value of past family members’ benevolence and generosity. By making a gift in our wills to the Haberdashers’ Foundation together we can do even more for future […]
Affordable artists’ studios in London
SET Hosier Lane covers 3,000 square ft of workspace provided in the Haberdashers’ offices, one of the City’s livery companies. It opened in December 2024 and is currently priced as some of most affordable artists’ studios in London. The Haberdashers’ Company will be converting the old office site at 25 Hosier Lane. In the meantime, […]
The inaugural Master’s Challenge
COMPANY NEWS 12 daring Haberdashers take on Tough Mudder 2025! I am hugely excited to be launching the very first Master’s Challenge – an annual event to raise much needed funds for the important work of the Haberdashers’ Foundation. Many of you already give regularly, through Habs 1448, to the Haberdashers’ Foundation. Our Foundation helps […]
An evening of ‘Connection’
COMPANY NEWS Last month we held our annual Young Haberdashers’ and Scholars’ Networking Reception at Haberdashers’ Hall. This year’s theme was ‘connection’ with two young members, Joe Sullivan (Haberdashers’ Adams Alumnus) and Temi Erinle (Haberdashers’ Elstree Girls Alumna) sharing their thoughts on this with our guests. The event is an example of the breadth and […]
One single gift: multiple and lasting impact
PHILANTRHOPY NEWS A gift left by Thomas Arno to the Company in 1937 continues to create impact 88 years after his death. 88 years ago, the ‘gentleman’ and landowner, Thomas Arno, died. Thus far, his could have simply been the story of many. But a few years before Arno’s death, a chance conversation with the […]
My journey from student to teacher
MEMBER NEWS My journey with Haberdashers has been one of growth, inspiration and opportunity. As a student I was able to be part of a school community that was incredibly supportive and motivating. I received countless opportunities and the support I received from my teachers inspired me to become one myself. My teachers went above […]
Robert Hughes-Penney and Keith Bottomley elected Sheriffs
CITY NEWS Robert Hughes-Penney (Haberdasher), and Keith Bottomley CC have been elected at Guildhall’s Common Hall to serve as the next Sheriffs of the City of London. They will take office on 26 September and hold the position for one year. The Sheriffs’ duties include supporting the Lord Mayor in their civic duties and serving […]
Update on the Curriculum and Assessment Review
Last year we shared with members the Haberdashers’ submission to the DfE’s Curriculum and Assessment review – a collaborative piece of writing which reflected the views of our family of schools and members of the Company. In March an Interim Report was published on the review. We find some important pieces of alignment but limited […]
Going further
MEMBER NEWS The older I get, the more the phrase “pass it forward” resonates — particularly when it comes to supporting young people as they navigate those formative steps into adulthood. Haberdasher members volunteer their time, energy and expertise to support our direct programmes with schools, as well as through supporting our charity partners. Time […]
Building real opportunities: a story of possibility
PHILANTHROPY NEWS Partnership and possibility Over the past three years, the Haberdashers’ Company has played a vital role in supporting Construction Youth Trust’s (CYT) Building Opportunities programme through its major grants programme. Focused on creating brighter futures for young people in Southwark and Lewisham, Building Opportunities supports those who are unemployed or at risk of […]