Our Story, Our Journey
In 2013 The Transformed You set up as a not for profit organisation, to provide vital services for Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers, that include a 1:1 mentoring programme, group/peer mentoring programme, advocacy, transition support, therapeutic care, a care leaver pantry, a drop in support service and more - all to give our mentees the much needed wrap around support as they journey in, through and out of the Care System.
Whilst our service is for all Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers, in 2020 we became the home of The Black Care Experience, to shape a better Care Experience for Black Children and Young People in Care who have the poorest outcomes and life chances in comparison to any other ethnic group in the Care System.
As a care experienced founded and led organisation, we are all too familiar with the stigma attached to being in Care and the narrative surrounding the mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that impact on the outcomes and life chances of the children and young people in care; but through our targeted support we have seen that those with lived experience of the Care System can achieve and go on to live their version of a successful life at their own pace and on their own terms.
Through our targeted support we have also seen the need and reliance our Mentees have for our Service.
For example, when we first got the keys to our Hub, but before we had it decorated and furnished, we were notified that one of our mentees had been reported ‘Missing’. Able to get in contact with them, we let them know that we had the Hub and encouraged them to come along. To the surprise of the Local Authority, our Mentee turned up at the Hub and after sharing why they had gone missing, they agreed to return to the home of their Foster Carer.
It's moments like these and more that evidence that we are on track with our mission and it’s why we need your help to cover our ongoing and yearly core costs to continue to provide a service that truly makes a difference in the lives of our Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers, because we believe our care experience is a chapter in our book and not the end of our story!
To support us consider paying your kindness forward in the form of a Regular Donation, hosting a Fundraising Event (details below) or making a One Time Donation into our 17 Laps Fundraiser Challenge.
To Pay It Forward You can
Join Us & Take on our 17 Laps Fundraiser Challenge
When: Sunday 3rd August 2025
Where: Around the outside of the London Stadium (ex Olympic Stadium), Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London, E20 2ST
Fundraising: This is a fundraiser challenge that friends and family can support you by donating to our Donation Page. You’ll find it here via this link. Share it with them and spread the word!
Why 17 Laps?: Each Lap represents the letters and the punctuation mark of our motto and belief that through our service, C H A N G E I S P O S S I B L E ! for our Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers.
With that in mind, C is Lap 1, H is Lap 2, A is Lap 3 and so on.
How Can I Complete the 17 Laps?: 17 Laps around the London Stadium is 6.73km (which takes 3hrs 24mins if you are walking).
You can complete the 17 Laps individually or collectively as a family/group/team dividing the laps amongst yourselves.
You can also complete your Laps by either walking, running, cycling, skating or by using a scooter (or any combination), it’s entirely up to you.
If I Can’t Join In at The London Stadium can I still take part in the 17 Laps Challenge? Yes, you can complete the Challenge wherever you are! You can swim 17 Laps at your local swimming pool, you can even walk, run, cycle or skate 17 Laps around your local park, how you decide to complete the Challenge in support of cause is entirely up to you.
All we ask is that you send us photos and hashtag #17Laps #ChangeIsPossible! #TheTransformedYou on your social media platforms.
You also have 2 Options. You can either complete your 17 Laps Challenge throughout the week commencing Monday 28th July 2025 to Sunday 3rd August 2025 or you can complete your 17 Laps Challenge on Sunday 3rd August 2025.
Where Do I Sign Up?: Registration has now closed but you can still Donate.
Time: Our day at The London Stadium will start at 10am, with Laps taking place throughout the day until 5pm. On arrival you’ll be required to complete our Onsite Registration before taking part in the Challenge.
If I Can’t Join in Can I still Donate in Support?: We’d love for you to join us, but if you’re unable to, feel free to donate via this link and spread the word!
Can We Match Fund?: Yes for sure! Email us at office@thetransformedyou.co.uk to discuss this further.
Join Us and take on our 17 Laps Fundraiser Challenge and help us transform the lives of our Care Experienced Mentees (Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers).
Or You Can Fundraise For Us
By nominating The Transformed You in your workplace as the Organisation of the Year that you’d like to supportAs a Business, become our Corporate Social Responsibility PartnerHost a Pay It Forward Fundraising Event in your Office, School, Church or Community or with your Family or FriendsTake on a Challenge to raise funds for us. For example, your Challenge could be a Marathon or a Bike Ride
Here Are a few Fundraising Hints & Tips
Create Your Online Fundraising Page
The easiest way to collect donations for your challenge or your event is to create your own fundraising page or contact us to create one for you.
Promote Your Event
Once you’ve created your fundraising page, tell people about what you’re doing! Tell them in person, by email or if you’re on Social media create an event page or use status updates as a way of quickly and easily letting friends and family know what you’re planning.
Have Fun
If you’re hosting a fundraising event, enjoy yourself. The more fun you have, the more your guests are likely to give!
Remember To Keep Everyone Updated
Once the event or challenge is over, remember to make contact with all your donors and attendees to let them know how much you’ve raised and thank them for their support.
Get In Touch With Us
Whether you set yourself a Challenge or organise your own Fundraising event, make sure to get in touch with us by Email office@thetransformedyou.co.uk or by Phone: +44 (0)203 128 7061 and let us know. Not only would we love to hear from you, but we can help with advice and inspiration, tips for setting up your fundraising and practicalities such as paying in donations.
Whatever you decide to do to raise funds for us, remember every donation supports our mission to transform the lives and raise the aspirations of Children and Young People in Care and Care Leavers.