Help change lives in your community
Every cake sold, obstacle conquered and mile hiked helps raise funds that can make a real difference to people’s mental health and wellbeing in your community.
Our services support people adults and children of all-ages at every step of their mental health journey from wellbeing groups to one-to-one services and crisis support.
By choosing to fundraise for Bradford District and Craven Mind you’re helping to provide our free mental health support for people, where and when they need it most.
For every £1 donated, 90p is spent directly on delivering services and support for people in Bradford District and Craven.
Need some inspiration?
Whether you’re planning a big event or something small and meaningful, there’s a way for everyone to get involved.
Bake sale
Host a coffee morning or a sweet and sour bake sale, dust off your apron and find your inner Mary Berry!
Host a quiz
Team up with a local pub or café and host a quiz or games night in aid of mental health. Fun, friends and fundraising all in one.
Arts & crafts
Doing crafts can help you feel better and connect with others. It’s also a great way to raise awareness and money. Host a craft session or sell your handmade creations.
Brave the shave
Shave your hair or grow a beard or moustache! Get sponsored and share your journey along the way to raise money towards better mental health support for men.
Celebrate for a cause
Turn any celebration into support from birthdays to themed parties and raise funds and awareness for mental health.
Physical challenge
Take on a physical challenge, you could run, walk, hike, swim, cycle or rock climb. You could take part in an organised event or set up your own physical challenge, make every step count!
More ideas to explore
Here are some extra ideas- great for all ages, groups and workplaces.
School or College
Organise non-uniform days, kindness challenges or fun classroom competitions. Check out these great ideas to raise awareness and start conversations about mental health.
At work
From bake-offs to mindful lunches, there are plenty of simple ways to raise funds together. Try a dress-down day, team challenge or bring your dog/cat to work day.
A to Z Guide
Big or small, every event counts. Check out our A to Z guide for even more ideas on how you could fundraise. From afternoon teas to quiz nights, your efforts will help support people in Bradford District and Craven.
Our fundraisers in action
Your support makes an impact
Our work supporting local people’s mental health is only possible because of you. Thank you for helping us make a difference across Bradford District and Craven.
Last year thanks to our amazing supporters we were able to support 18,541 people with their mental health and wellbeing, including:
- 28,545 visits to our websites for online information
- 11,618 calls and live chats to our Guide-Line helpline
- 7, 303 crisis support sessions through Safe Spaces
- 3,516 sessions of 1:1 support in GP practices
- 3,112 attendances in our Wellbeing and Recovery Groups
We have over 17 difference mental health and wellbeing services for adults, young people and children. Explore our full range of services on the website.
Mental health support for you
Help us to ensure no one struggles with their mental health alone.
By choosing to fundraise for us you’re helping to fund vital mental health support for adults, children and young people across Bradford District and Craven.
