Transforming Lives, Transforming Futures: A Night of Purpose and Impact
On Wednesday, 11th February 2026, 111 Harley St. proudly hosted “Transforming Lives, Transforming Futures,” an exclusive charity fundraising dinner at the prestigious Bardo in St. James’s. The event marked a significant milestone in our Beautiful Impact initiative – our commitment to extending the principles of transformation and care beyond our clinic walls to create meaningful change in the world.
Extending Beautiful Impact
Beautiful Impact represents our belief that true beauty transcends aesthetics. While our daily work helps individuals feel confident and comfortable in their own skin, we recognise that real impact comes from using our success, platform, and resources to support others. This is why we’ve partnered with UNICEF UK and the Every Child Fund. UNICEF’s Every Child Fund supports communities worldwide to meet their children’s needs, whatever challenges they face. This child-centred ethos is the bedrock of UNICEF’s work in 190 countries, to support every child, especially the most disadvantaged.
The “Transforming Lives, Transforming Futures” theme captured the essence of this partnership perfectly. It acknowledges transformation at two profound levels: the individual and the collective.
Individual and Collective Transformation
The evening brought together the philanthropic community, all united by a common purpose. Through a carefully curated auction of extraordinary experiences, live entertainment, and direct giving opportunities, our guests demonstrated remarkable generosity. The atmosphere was electric, combining the elegance and sophistication of Bardo with the genuine warmth that comes from people giving with open hearts.
Memorable Experience
Our Managing Director, Agata Podwika, and her team orchestrated every detail to perfection, creating an experience that honoured both our guests’ expectations and shone a light on the profound importance of UNICEF’s mission. From the moment guests arrived for a Champagne reception and auction preview, through the exquisite dinner service, to the moments of bidding and pledging, the evening flowed seamlessly while maintaining focus on its true purpose… creating transformative impact for children worldwide.
The funds raised will directly support UNICEF’s Every Child Fund providing UNICEF with the most important, effective, and valuable means for impacting children’s lives and protecting their futures. Whether responding to emergencies, improving access to education, strengthening healthcare or working with governments on child-focused policies, these unrestricted and flexible funds are the foundation for UNICEF’s transformative work for children.
Unique Transformation
This event was more than a fundraiser. It was a demonstration that when compassion meets action, when success meets purpose, and when individuals come together with shared values, we truly can make a difference.
We are delighted to announce that we raised £50k for UNICEF’s Every Child Fund, a tremendous contribution that will help protect, educate, and empower children when they need it most.
This contribution has the capacity to deliver meaningful impact for children, such as:
Together, 111 Harley St. and UNICEF are committed to making a tangible impact on the lives of children around the world, ensuring they can lead happy, healthy and safe childhoods.
Explore how Beautiful Impact translates Corporate Social Responsibility principles into meaningful practice. Visit our Corporate Social Responsibility page to learn more about our commitments and approach.
