Small But Mighty SJV!

Support Us as We Run for Change

Hi everyone,

We’re a group of teachers and staff from St John Vianney Catholic Primary School (SJV) in North London, and we’re taking on the Big Half 2025 - 13.1 miles through the heart of London. But this isn’t just about fitness or fun (though we’re hoping for both!). We’re running to raise funds for a cause that’s incredibly close to our hearts: the Kiyan Prince Foundation.

Who We’re Running For

The Kiyan Prince Foundation (KPF) was founded by Dr. Mark Prince OBE in memory of his son, Kiyan, a talented footballer and kind-hearted young man whose life was tragically cut short due to knife crime. Since then, KPF has been on a powerful mission: to save lives by inspiring young people to realise their true potential.

They work directly with schools and communities across London and the UK, offering:

Life-changing mentoring and coaching programmes

Workshops focused on mental resilience, personal responsibility, and positive choices

Strong messaging around anti-violence and knife crime prevention

Support for young people who are often overlooked or vulnerable

As educators, we know how vital this kind of work is and we’ve seen first-hand how important it is for children to feel safe, valued, and empowered.

More Than Just a Run

As part of our Big Half journey, our team will also be:

Taking part in a boxing session with Mark Prince, learning discipline, strength, and focus from someone who has turned unimaginable grief into inspiration.

⚽ Attending a QPR football match together—honouring Kiyan’s passion for the game and supporting the club that has done so much to keep his legacy alive.

These moments are about more than team bonding—they’re helping us connect more deeply with the values KPF stands for, and share that message with our school and local community.

How You Can Help

We’ve set up this GoFundMe to raise £2000 for the Kiyan Prince Foundation. Every pound raised will go directly to supporting their incredible work with young people across the country.

Click “Donate now” to support us on our journey.

No amount is too small and every donation is deeply appreciated.

Thank You

Thank you for reading, supporting, and helping us raise awareness for this vital cause. We’re proud to be running the Big Half not just for fitness, but for Kiyan’s legacy, for our students, and for a safer future for all young people.

With gratitude,

Team SJV

St John Vianney Catholic Primary School