Fundraisers
As a charity we need the support of fundraisers and donors to help us support the people in our communities. We often find that fundraisers aren’t aware that we are an independent charity and funds raised in the name of Mind don’t go to the local charity.
If you would like to keep the money local, fundraise for Mind in West Essex; like these amazing people below!
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London Marathon 2026
Saffron Walden’s Suzanne Leader, who works in children’s mental health for the NHS, is running the 2026 London Marathon.
It will be Suzanne’s first marathon (what an event to do it in!) and by fundraising for us, she is supporting a cause close to her heart personally and professionally.
The 56-year-old said:
Mind in West Essex is an incredible charity and is at the heart of my achievements, sadness and grief.
I not only work in children’s mental health and have done for many years, but it has touched me very personally with the heart-wrenching loss of my sister to suicide.
Suzanne has overcome physical challenges to take on the marathon next April – despite being told by a surgeon she’d never run again.
She has had both of her big toes fused due to “debilitating” arthritis and been diagnosed with a connective tissue disease.
But Suzanne “loves a challenge” and has completed three triathlons, a half-marathon and a 100km charity bike ride.
Now, the mum of 2 sons, aged 23 and 25, is training for a marathon after winning our charity place in our ballot.
I’m determined to raise as much as I can for this incredible cause helping people with their mental health in my local community
Suzanne said.
If you want to give her some extra motivation as she steps up her training, you can donate here: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.
245-mile Bike Ride
Tony McHugh is setting off from Newport, Uttlesford this morning on a fundraising bike ride to Paris.
He is cycling with 3 friends, who are all supporting charities, on a 245-mile journey via the Wimbledon and Roland-Garros tennis clubs.
The challenge, inspired by their shared passions for tennis and giving back, will see them reach the Champs-Elysees on Sunday, finishing at the Eiffel Tower.
Tony is aiming to raise at least £500 for us – show your support by donating here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/anthony-mchugh-5
