7 guys. 500km. 1 month. 

Local charity Dorset Mind educates, challenges stigma & inequality; and promotes recovery from mental health problems. We have decided to do the challenge and help raise funds for those in need.

The charity provides early intervention support in Dorset for over 22,000 adults and young people each year. Their range of services includes: befriending, mentoring and counselling. They help people to identify and develop coping skills and importantly, build resilience.

The charity also delivers education/training programmes for schools and workplaces. They also offer volunteer roles and CSR.

During COVID-19, Dorset Mind has quickly adapted their services, taking all 1-2-1 support online or by phone. This was in order to offer a continuous service to all current and potential service users, without a break in support.

Mental health problems can affect anyone - they do not discriminate. Around 1 in 4 people will suffer from a form of diagnosable mental health problem during their lifetime. 

Within our own group, we have had experiences with mental health problems and know the impact it can have on young people. We want to raise awareness and help challenge the stigma around mental health by putting our bodies through physical strain. Any donation would be massively appreciated and go to a fantastic cause. Thank you.