MIND is an incredible charity, offering help and support to millions every single year. 

MIND offer support to individuals directly or indirectly experiencing mental health problems. They continue to raise awareness around the topic of mental illness, and in doing so, promote an understanding within society that it is far more common than you think to suffer from poor mental health - 1 in 6 people experience mental health problems first hand, 1 in 3 experience them second hand. 

Despite significant progress, it is believed only 25% of those experiencing mental health problems receive help. To grow this number, we need to continue to promote / encourage open conversation, but also financially support the charities that provide help at the sharp end. 

I am a 30 year old male. Statistically speaking, for men my age, suicide is the most common cause of death (staggering!). 115 people die in the UK every week as a result of suicide, 75% of these are men.

In addition to the above, I spent 7 years working in the NHS and have always been keen to raise awareness around mental health charities. I am a qualified mental health first aider and would hope at some point I am able to help someone who needs it.

I understand times are tough right now, but please be assured that any amount you can donate, no matter how small, will be incredibly appreciated - and will make a massive difference.