Why I'm Fundraising

This fundraiser is more than just a charity stream to me. It's something that's incredibly personal.

Growing up in foster care brought challenges that many people never see, and throughout my life I've struggled with my mental health. There were times when I felt alone, times when asking for help felt impossible, and times when I didn't know how to put what I was feeling into words.

Talking about mental health is still something I find difficult, but I've realized that staying silent doesn't help anyone. If sharing a small part of my story encourages even one person to reach out for support, then it's worth it.

YoungMinds is the UK's leading charity championing the wellbeing and mental health of children and young people. Driven by their experience, YoungMinds creates change so that children and young people can cope with life's adversities, find help when needed and succeed in life.