Our Supporters
Profiles of the supporters and role models who have helped Mind in Bexley support mental health and wellbeing in the Borough.
Optyma Security Systems: Supporting Mind in Bexley
As a business deeply rooted in the community, Optyma Security Systems has recently demonstrated its commitment to its local area by generously supporting Mind in Bexley. Optyma is based in Bexleyheath and was first established in 1987. With a keen awareness of the challenges faced by individuals in the community, the company was drawn to Mind in Bexley, recognising the services the charity offers to Bexley residents in need of support. Over the past few years, Optyma has actively
Bexley United for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025
Bexley United for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 was a huge success in Bexley. With this year’s national theme centred on “Community,” the borough of Bexley responded in great numbers to help raise awareness and support Mind in Bexley. From local barbers, hair salons and high street shops to schools, sports teams, businesses and charities, the people of Bexley borough came together to support our #WearItBlue campaign - an initiative designed to spark
Using the power of art to improve mental health
Using the power of art to improve mental health Mind in Bexley groups have been fortunate to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of the artist Paul Robinson, known as LUAP. Paul is a British contemporary artist whose work explores mental health, adventure and the human experience through his signature Pink Bear character. He has previously collaborated with Mind as part of his solo show Life Lines and was delighted to speak to some
McBrides Accountants Go the Extra Mile for Mind in Bexley
McBrides Accountants Go the Extra Mile for Mind in Bexley We are thrilled to announce that McBrides Accountants, a well-established accountancy firm based in Foots Cray, has chosen Mind in Bexley and East Kent as their Charity of the Year. McBrides, part of the top 40 accountancy group DJH, has been a cornerstone of the local business community for over 50 years. Their decision to support our mental health services comes at a time when demand across
Bexley Councillors Visited Mind in Bexley’s Community Pantry
Bexley Councillors Visited Mind in Bexley’s Community Pantry Pictured (L-R) Cllr Chris Taylor, Cllr Baroness O'Neill of Bexley OBE, Community Pantry Manager Viv Viney and Cllr Janice Ward-Wilson Three Bexley Councillors visited our Bexley Community Pantry today, Friday 11th July, to see first-hand how the project is supporting local residents during challenging times, and to provide a donation. The visit highlighted the vital role that the Pantry plays in helping people stretch their budgets and access essential
Fundraising partnership announcement – Erith Town FC
Fundraising partnership announcement - Erith Town Football Club We are delighted to announce that Erith Town FC have made Mind in Bexley their charity of the season. Erith Town, nicknamed the Dockers, currently play in the Southern Counties East Premier Division. The club is based at the Stanmore Stadium, Bayliss Avenue in Thamesmead. Formed in 1956 as Woolwich Town, the Dockers attained senior status in 1995-96 upon reaching the London Spartan League Premier Division. By then the club had
Fashion show raises £350 for Mind in Bexley
Fashion show raises £350 for Mind in Bexley Local company Wardell’s Wardrobe hosted a fashion show in aid of Mind in Bexley on Friday October 13. It was held at the Engine House in Erith and raised £350 towards the charity’s services. Simon Dolby, Development Lead for Mind in Bexley, said: “Thanks so much to Caroline and Wardell’s Wardrobe for raising funds for our charity. Your dedication to our cause and the tireless efforts you've put into this fundraiser
Over £3000 thanks to Billy!
Thank you to our fundraiser Billy for taking on an incredible challenge in aid of Mind in Bexley! See below why he decided to fundraise for us: "With it being Mental Health Awareness month, I decided to set up a fundraiser to spread awareness and to raise some money to give back to Mind in Bexley - the charity that helped me out previously when I was struggling with my mental health. I decided to challenge myself to cycle
We would like to offer our thanks to two of our supporters
Offering Thanks to Our Supporters Mind in Bexley would like to thank two incredible supporters who have gone above and beyond in their fundraising efforts to support people in Bexley. We would firstly offer thanks to the team at HPS in Crayford. Danny and Lewis from HPS (Heating Plumbing Supplies) dropped by to our offices in Bexleyheath and presented our staff members Nikki and Parminder with a cheque for £770. Their commitment to making a difference in the lives
Bexley Community Pantry receives grant support
Bexley Community Pantry receives grant support Mind in Bexley is delighted to announce that it has received funding from the Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund delivered by The National Lottery Community to help contribute financially to the Bexley Community Pantry. The £65,096 grant will go towards the running costs of providing the Pantry, which is a community food store for those who are finding it difficult to afford all of the essentials at the moment. For more information
Generous donations raised huge smiles in Bexley at Christmas
Generous donations raised huge smiles in Bexley at Christmas The true meaning of Christmas spirit was no better exemplified for us in 2023 than by the team at Routine Fitness Club in Bexleyheath. Their staff put out an appeal on social media asking for donations of gifts for Christmas for the children in our borough. The members of the gym (based on the Broadway in Bexleyheath) responded in droves and dropped of an array of gifts that the team
McBrides Acountants Pantry Donation
Bexley Pantry Donation Many thanks to Clare Davey and the team from McBrides Acountants in Sidcup for supporting The Pantry by donating items for Christmas. Clare and her colleagues dropped by recently with a whole host of supplies for our Community Pantry. We would like to say a BIG thank you to Clare and her colleagues at McBrides for their support and generosity.
Big thank you to Beths!
Good morning! What a lovely surprise in the post! Big thank you to Beths Grammar School for their £360 donation! We will put this money towards our wellbeing line which is there to listen and support Bexley residents with their mental health and wellbeing. Thank you again!
Thank you for the donation Gateway Chapel!
Thank you to Gateway Chapel for their kind donation of £50!
BIG thank you to Ferndale Foods!
Thank you to the lovely people at Ferndale Foods for donating lots of ready meals weekly to our Community pantry. Our staff and clients really appreciate it!
Thank you Asda Crooklog for your donations!
Thank you to Asda Crooklog for their donations to the Pantry! We appreciate every donation we receive as it makes such a difference to our community!
Thank you Tokyo Toys!
Thank you to Tokyo Toys in Sidcup for allowing us to attend with our Young Adults Project (YAP) group recently. What a fantastic space for the community!
Sky dive anyone?
It was fantastic meeting one of our supporters today! Adam took on the incredible challenge of a tandem sky dive and raised an incredible £997 for Mind in Bexley! We are so grateful - thank you so much Adam!
Paul completed the virtual marathon for Mind in Bexley
Wow what fantastic pictures from our fundraiser Paul who completed the Virtual Marathon last Sunday! Paul said: "I am also so pleased to have raised over £780 for Mind in Bexley!! Seeing my family and friends during my route really gave me that extra drive to finish." Paul's fundraising page here: https://bit.ly/3iBspeU
Pauline, Sarah and Michelle tackled the longest zipwire in England!
WOW! Thank you to Pauline, Sarah and Michelle for raising an incredible £855 for Mind in Bexley by taking on the longest zipwire in England! This money will be used to support even more people in Bexley with their mental health. Thank you again we are so grateful!
