Let me tell you how our mental health charity came to be, with me, Mark Jackson, as one of the founding trustees.

It all started with some sad news that got me thinking: why not have support groups available every day, not just on certain days?

I’m deeply involved with Andys Man Club and pretty well-known around town, so when I saw a meeting advertised by the Town Council, I knew I had to speak up. I shared my idea and had a chat with some local councillors to see what they thought.

My pitch seemed to strike a chord with everyone there, and suddenly, ideas were bouncing around like crazy. The Mayor of Askern, Jake Keeble, was quick to offer his full support, and Oliver Ketley, a local business owner and firefighter, was eager to jump in, initially with setting up a website.

So, Jake, Oliver, and I got together and decided to take things up a notch by aiming for charity status. We figured it’d help us not only run our own events but also support other small groups in the area that might be struggling for funds.

While we’re crossing our fingers for official charity status, we’re not just sitting around twiddling our thumbs. Nope, we’re diving headfirst into the community, making connections, and joining in with local events whenever we can.

Our big dream? To spread our support groups beyond our town and reach as many folks as possible. We’re all about changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most. So, if you want to follow along with our journey, keep your eyes peeled!