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Emily's fundraiser for Mental Health Foundation 🌼 Help Me Raise Awareness & Support for Mental Health

Emily Cunningham is raising money for Mental Health Foundation

Great North Run 2026 Ā· 13 September 2026 Ā·

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🌼 Help Me Raise Awareness & Support for Mental Health 🌼

Hi everyone,

My name is Emily, and I’m starting this fundraiser to support The mental health foundation charity. Mental health has deeply affected my family and my own life, and I’m determined to help others who are silently struggling.

My grandma lived with a bipolar disorder for many years, and watching her navigate the highs and lows has shown me how important understanding, compassion, and proper support really are. A family member also passed away due to suicide—an unbearable loss that reminds us how urgent it is to break the stigma, spread awareness, and make resources accessible to everyone.

Alongside my family’s experiences, I’ve battled anxiety myself. I know how overwhelming it can feel, and how difficult it is to speak up when you’re hurting on the inside. These experiences have fueled my passion to help others find their voice, feel heard, and get the support they deserve.

This fundraiser is dedicated to:

• Supporting mental health programs and services

• Helping people access the resources they need

• Encouraging open conversations about mental health

• Creating safe spaces so no one feels like they have to struggle alone

Your donation—no matter the size—will help create meaningful change. Together, we can support those who feel unseen, provide hope to families, and honour the loved ones we have lost.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading, sharing, and supporting this cause. Your kindness truly makes a difference. šŸ’›

Donation summary

Total
Ā£1,115.52
+ £217.50 Gift Aid
Online
Ā£1,115.52
Offline
Ā£0.00

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