The Charity Show
Celebrity connections: How Julian House taps into star power– with Zoe Conn
Published: 10 March 2025 at 01:01 Europe/London
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Episode notes
In this episode of The Charity Show, Tim and Piers explore the power of celebrity involvement in charity work with Zoe Conn, Fundraising and Development Director at Julian House. They discuss how personal connections can lead to impactful partnerships with high-profile figures like Dominic West and Russell Howard, helping to raise awareness and funds for crucial causes.
They cover:
The strategies behind securing celebrity ambassadors and why authenticity matters
The challenges of managing high-profile partnerships and ensuring long-term engagement
Real-life examples of celebrity impact in charity campaigns
How charities of all sizes can tap into celebrity support, even without big budgets
The balance between media attention and mission-driven messaging
If you’re curious about how to engage public figures in your cause—or wondering whether celebrity backing is right for your charity—this episode is packed with valuable insights.
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Chapters
(00:00) Welcome to Episode 21 of the Charity Insiders podcast is out now
(11:22) Introducing Zoe Conn and Julian House
(32:37) News
(37:35) Zoe Conn - Part 2
(56:30) Superstars
#CharityPodcast #CelebrityAmbassadors #Fundraising #CharitySector #JulianHouse #DominicWest #RussellHoward
Featured charities and useful links
- Julian House – Learn more about their work tackling homelessness: https://www.julianhouse.org.uk
- The Brain Tumour Charity – Celebrity-backed campaigns supporting brain tumour research: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org
- Fire Fighters Charity – Supporting the mental and physical health of fire services: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.uk
- Scottish Wildlife Trust – Read about their record-breaking mystery donation: https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
- Ocean 5 Pacific Row Challenge – Follow the team’s journey across the Pacific: https://www.lewismoodyfoundation.org/ocean5
- Asia Ahmed’s Food Charity – Find out more about AIA’s Food Charity: (Check local news sources for updates on her initiative)
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Note from Tim and Piers
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