Our trustees
A small board, chosen for what each of them can actually do for the people we help.
Founder & Chairman
Living Not Existing began with Chris and Sarah’s shared determination to help others after Sarah’s diagnosis. Their experience highlighted how many people facing terminal illness don’t have the support or stability to make the most of life.
Chris leads the charity with compassion, purpose, and a commitment to honour Sarah’s strength.
Trustee
Laurence is an incredibly successful businessman whose experience and network will be vital to the growth of Living Not Existing. His strategic insight helps ensure the charity is built on strong foundations and positioned for long-term success.
Trustee
A close family friend to Chris and Sarah, Jennifer brings invaluable expertise as a counsellor. Her understanding of emotional wellbeing ensures our beneficiaries receive thoughtful, sensitive and meaningful support during the hardest moments of their lives.
Trustee
Ed’s experience in hospitality is second to none. His knowledge and connections allow us to deliver exceptional experiences and events tailored to each beneficiary’s wishes — ensuring every moment is handled with care and excellence.
Governance
Living Not Existing is governed by its board of trustees, who are responsible for the charity’s direction, its finances and the wellbeing of the people it supports. Trustees serve voluntarily and are not paid for their role.
Decisions about which experiences we fund are made against a clear set of principles rather than case by case sentiment: the referral must come from a professional involved in the person’s care, the experience must be what the person themselves has asked for, and the arrangement must be realistic given their treatment and their health.
Working with us
Venues, clubs, restaurants, hotels and businesses who can help us reach further — a conversation costs nothing.
