Molly Brace-Traynor

Million Makers

I’m taking part in Million Makers, raising funds for The King's Trust.

The King's Trust believes that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter what their background or the challenges they are facing. The Prince's Trust NatWest Youth Index 2024 revealed that over a third (39%) of young people no longer feel in control of their future, with over a quarter (26%) feeling as though they are going to fail in life.

The courses offered by The Trust help young people aged 11-30 to develop essential life skills, get ready for work, access job opportunities and create a brighter future for themselves.

Please help me to support The King's Trust by donating and sharing my page.

My Achievements

Set Up Fundraising Page

Shared Fundraising Page

Thanked Donor

Reached 50% of Fundraising Target

Reached Fundraising Target

My Updates

Get Ready to Enter the Den 🐉

Tuesday 17th Jun
This week we officially kick off Dragons Den - a pivotal moment in the Million Makers challenge.

Each team will be pitching their business plan to a panel of senior leaders - our very own Dragons - for up to £1,500 of seed funding. Our Dragons, successful leaders and experts from various industries, will bring their wealth of experience to the table. They will ask the critical questions - the feasibility, scalability, and sustainability of each fundraising activity. They are also there to offer invaluable feedback, and push teams to think critically about every aspect of their plan.

The Dragons' Den is also an incredible learning opportunity! The feedback provided will be invaluable for our Million Makers teams - it will help to ultimately strengthen your business plans to achieve your fundraising goals. 

Top Tips for a successful Dragons' Den Pitch

Thursday 12th Jun
🙏 Practice makes perfect! Schedule an internal rehearsal - this is a fantastic opportunity for your team, mentors, and leadership team to provide feedback and support.

💰 Don't rush the finances! There are just as important as the idea itself.

💪 Utilise the team's strengths. You can divide the questions in the Q&A depending on who has the expertise in your team.

🕺Do not be afraid to show your personality! The Dragons want an insight into your team.

🎉 Remember to have fun! The teams that are most successful in Million Makers always work together and enjoy the experience.

Class of 2025, You've Launched! 🚀

Friday 6th Jun
Congratulations for kickstarting your Million Makers journey this month. Our team have enjoyed meeting you all and seeing your initial brainstorming of fundraising ideas - we cannot wait to see the evolution of these ideas in your business plans over the next few weeks.

Over the next year, you won't just be fundraising, you will be building mini enterprises from the ground up. You will gain invaluable insights into business planning, communication, leadership, and teamwork - skills that will serve you well in your future careers and beyond.

As you embark on this exciting new chapter, remember the power of collaboration, the importance of resilience, and the incredible impact your fundraising will have on shaping the lives of young people. Million Makers is a unique opportunity to cultivate your creativity and empower you to make a tangible impact - and the Million Makers team will be here to champion you every step of the way!

Stay in the loop! This newsfeed will be your central source for crucial Million Makers updates, announcements and milestone achievements over the next year.

We also want to hear from you! Use this platform to share your team's updates, connect with your competition, and grow your professional network within our Million Makers community.

This is your space to get inspired and collaborate!
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