“We must be a Church that walks together, that seeks peace, charity and draws near to those who suffer” –
Pope Leo XIV
All students and staff actively engage in fundraising and raising awareness for charities and organisations, as part our ongoing work to promote the Common Good. Each year, charity initiatives are driven by the students themselves, who select local, national and global charities to support through a wide range of activities, fundraisers and assemblies. Fundraising initiatives routinely demonstrate the commitment and passion our students have for social justice and equality, and include sleeping outside to raise awareness for homeless charities, staying awake overnight to raise awareness and support for families affected by dementia, and sponsored walks in aid of supporting our local hospices.
In addition to year group initiatives, the school community will participate in charity drives periodically throughout the year, including CAFOD Fast Day, World Mental Health Day, Brave the Shave, Shoebox Appeal, Food Bank donations and MacMillan Coffee Mornings.
All members of the school community understand our responsibility as stewards of God’s creation, and the duty to serve those less fortunate than us. By standing in solidarity with those in need, highlighting social injustice and donating both money and resources to those in need, the Finchley Catholic community is helping to grown the Kingdom of God on earth and instilling a strong sense of service, justice and a celebration of equality and diversity in its members. This is one of the many ways in which students acknowledge the inviolable dignity of every human being, who is loved and valued immeasurably by God.
This year, our pastoral groups are raising awareness for the following causes: