Fashion Minority Alliance (FMA), a non-profit organisation supporting emerging talent in fashion and beauty, has announced a Celebrity Preloved and Designer Archive Fashion Fundraiser. The initiative responds to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa across Jamaica and the Caribbean.
The fundraiser, titled Raise The Roof, combines fashion, culture, and social impact. It aims to generate urgent relief funds while spotlighting creative collaboration.
Raise The Roof Event Details
The event will take place on Saturday, 6 December, at The Roof Gardens in London. It will bring together leading figures from fashion, film, music, sport, philanthropy, and global brands.
Guests will explore a curated edit of rare archival designs and preloved fashion pieces. Well-known personalities from across the creative industries have donated each item.
Purpose-Driven Fashion for Disaster Relief
A committee of creative industry professionals is leading the initiative. Members include Karen Cummings-Palmer, Susan Bender-Whitfield, Celia Sears, Daniella Helayel, Shanna Bent, Yasmin Mills, Rachael Barrett, Lorraine Collins MBACP, and FMA founder Barbara Kennedy-Brown.
The fundraiser will direct 100 percent of proceeds toward rebuilding schools, supplying educational and medical resources, and supporting vulnerable communities in the hardest-hit regions.
Industry Leaders Support the Cause
FMA Chairman Lord Reay described the initiative as fashion with a clear purpose. He highlighted how the event transforms personal wardrobes into tools for positive change. He also noted the shared commitment of supporters to compassion and social responsibility.
Notable Contributions and Special Guests
His Excellency Paul Andrew Gomez, High Commissioner of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, will deliver remarks on behalf of the Caribbean. The event also benefits from the support of Sade.
Key highlights include Valentino couture from the private collection of Baroness Francesca von Thyssen-Bornemisza de Kászon and a rare archival design by Grace Wales Bonner. Contributors also include Anna Wintour, Naomi Campbell, Vanessa Williams, Beverley Knight, Bella Freud, Naomie Harris, Carmen Busquets, Giovanna Fendi, Stella Jean, Veronica Webb, Melissa Odabash, and Rachel Scott of Diotima.
Symbolic Gesture of Hope
His Excellency the Most Reverend Abbot Dom Ignasi M. Fossas OSB will present a special donation. He will contribute a Zucchetto cap from the personal collection of Pope Leo XIV, blessed for the occasion.
The guest who makes the highest contribution will receive this item. The gesture symbolises hope, generosity, and solidarity with communities rebuilding after the disaster.
