19 Wimpole Street, London, W1G 8GE

Meet the Team

Gold for Kids is one hundred per cent volunteer led and run. We're a small team of trustees and volunteers — dentists, leaders, parents and everyday people — who fit this around our day jobs because we believe simple, generous actions can make a lasting difference. Nobody draws a salary from donations. What we share is a commitment to turning dental waste into hope for children who need it most.

Mark Topley

With over 25 years in international development, CSR, and ESG, Mark is passionate about practical solutions to inequality. Formerly CEO of Bridge2Aid, he now supports purpose-driven organisations to lead with impact.

CHAIR

Leticia Casanova

Leticia is a periodontist, practice owner, and mother of four. After realising how much dental scrap was going to waste, she helped launch Gold for Kids as a way to turn that waste into lasting impact.

TRUSTEE & CO-FOUNDER

David Holmes

A specialist in implants and biomaterials, David is also the founder of FollowApp Care. He believes in doing business that gives back—and that change starts with simple, everyday actions.

TRUSTEE & CO-FOUNDER

Kimberly MacGregor

Kimberly is a prosthodontist and educator who believes that every child deserves the support she had growing up. She ensures funds raised go where they can do the most good.

GRANTS CO-ORDINATOR
(voluntary)

Hazel Woodward

CEO of Lift Social, Hazel brings a wealth of knowledge in digital marketing and storytelling. She helps us spread the message and connect with a wider audience.

SOCIAL MEDIA & COMMS
(voluntary)

Dame Bridget Ogilvie

Dame Bridget was our Patron until her death this year. A former Director of the Wellcome Trust and a Fellow of the Royal Society, she was a lifelong advocate for science and equity, and she backed Gold for Kids because of its clear focus on children facing disadvantage. We are grateful for the wisdom, care and credibility she gave our work, and we miss her.