Fundraising events Archives - Wellspring Therapy & Training

Made for Giving 2020: Online Shop and Raffle

September 22, 2020 By wellspring

Our annual fundraising event ‘Made for Giving’ is back! As usual we are showcasing the work of local artists & makers, but this year our event has moved online.

UPDATE: There are now sale items available including cards and calendars. Buy yours now before they run out and the shop closes in February! By shopping with us, not only are you buying locally but you are supporting our work whenever you make a purchase.

Thank you so much for purchasing Made for Giving raffle tickets and products on the NuMonday online store. The raffle has now been drawn and the winners have been contacted. We also want to thank our amazing team of Made for Giving volunteers who have worked tirelessly, navigating many new challenges to ensure the event could go ahead. We have already raised an incredible £3500 through the Made for Giving online raffle and shop!

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Wellspring’s Live Premier Concert

June 3, 2020 By wellspring

Please join us for a live premier concert on Friday 19^th June 7.30-8.30pm on Youtube…

Local classical and contemporary musicians will be performing to promote and raise funds for the work of Wellspring. As well as these fantastic performances Wellpring will share about how the funds raised will support children, young people and adults suffering from emotional distress.

The impact of coronavirus has seen an increase in poor mental health in our community, through providing life saving 1:1 counselling and therapeutic group work Wellspring want to support those in distress to find hope and freedom.

Join us for a fun, relaxing, informative hour on 19^th June. You can watch on Youtube or Facebook. This is the link that you will need on Friday to join in the event: https://linktr.ee/Wellspring

Musicians include: Julian Saphir, Bryony Burnham, David Woods, Ben Pringle, George Dickinson, Anna Young, Meghan Gayle and many more.

If you enjoy the concert performances we would encourage you to donate what you feel able to through our Virgin Money Giving page or via text: 10CONCERT to 70450 to donate £10 (you can do this as many times as you like!)

Please invite your friends and family to join us and help us to continue our work in the community. You can do this by:

• inviting your facebook friends on our facebook event
• emailing out our flyer or this link to anyone you know who enjoys music
• sharing this image on your social media page with a link to this page

Thank you so much for your support.

Wellspring’s One-Day Lockdown Challenge

May 4, 2020 By wellspring

Will you take on the One-Day Lockdown Challenge and raise vital funds for Wellspring Therapy & Training?

#givingtuesdaynow is a global day of giving and unity taking place on the 5th May. It’s a day for us all to show how much we appreciate those key workers who have played such an important role over the last weeks and months and to those charities who are always there working on the important issues that make such a difference in all our lives. With the economic downturn and fundraising events cancelled, charities need help now more than ever.

Although Wellspring’s capacity is greatly reduced at the moment, we still have a team of counsellors offering much-needed online and phone counselling. Our services are becoming increasingly important during these challenging times. Could you support us by taking on one of these simple lockdown challenges at home for 12 or 24 hours and ask your friends and family to sponsor you?

Stay home and stay awake for 24 hours! This idea started with 13 year old Joe who decided he would stay awake to raise money for Wellspring for 24 hours. Can you do the same? Jo aimed to raise £200 but due to his community’s generosity raised over £2000!
Give up something unhealthy for 24 hours – whether it’s alcohol, sugary snacks, TV or some other comfort food.
Walk, run, do star jumps…. Staying physically fit also keeps us mentally well! Could you do 100 star-jumps every hour of the day? Or walk or run for 12-24 hours in your garden or round your neighbourhood in the space of 1 week? (Please just remember to follow government guidelines.)
Or get creative and come up with your own one-day lockdown challenge!

It only takes a few mins to set up a Facebook Fundraiser or Virgin Money Giving page. Thank you for helping us to support people experiencing emotional distress, so that they can find new hope and healing. We’d love to hear what you get up to on GivingTuesdayNow and the weeks that follow! You can get in touch to tell us about your lockdown challenge at communications@wellspringtherapy.co.uk

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and the government’s most recent advice, our building is currently closed and we have changed our way of working. You can find out more here. If you would like to support us through this difficult time you can donate here.

Information Evening: Mount Toubkal Trek

January 15, 2020 By wellspring

Mount Toubkal Trek Information Evening: Monday, 3rd February, 7:30-9pm

Join us for an evening of Arabian nibbles & treats and find out more about Wellspring’s sponsored Mount Toubkal Trek taking place on 5th-9th August 2020.

This challenge is perfect for those who want to achieve something spectacular, whilst only taking five days away from home. Or for those who are new to charity challenge events and fundraising.

The terrain is demanding… but don’t worry! With exceptional support and expert mountain guides no previous trek experience is necessary. Together we will reach the summit! The trek is approximately 26 km over 3 days. And we end our charity challenge with a special celebratory dinner in Marrakech, a city full of charm, exotic delights and fantastic bargains! Life has changed very little for the Berber people of this region and we’ll be lucky enough to witness first-hand their culture and lifestyle as we discover the real Morocco.

Challenge yourself to summit North Africa’s highest peak, fundraise for Wellspring and experience breathtaking views along the way!

You can let us know you’re coming by email communciations@wellspringtherapy.co.uk or on our Facebook Event Page

You’ll also find more info about the trek here:
https://www.globaladventurechallenges.com/challenge/mt-toubkal-trek

Ideas for Fundraising – Karen’s Story

December 13, 2019 By wellspring

With 2020 on the horizon, many of us will be coming up with ideas for New Year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’ve been thinking about increasing the amount you give to charity or would like to take part in fundraising. We thought we’d share the story of one of our lovely supporters, Karen. (Pictured above with Emily Fullarton, Director of Wellspring.) She held a fantastic fundraising event in aid of our work. We hope her story gives you some ideas and inspires you as you make plans for the year ahead.

Why did you decide to fundraise for the work of Wellspring?

I heard about the helpful work that Wellspring provides for people of all ages and wanted to raise funds for this charity in memory of a young man. I contacted Wellspring and was kindly invited to visit the centre, look around the therapy rooms and learn more about the help that Wellspring provides.

What was the fundraising event you held?

The event took place at Markington Village Hall on the 12th October (just after World Mental Heath Day). It began with a moving talk from Pat Sowa who works tirelessly as a change-maker in mental health and education. We then had a naming of the tree that we used during the evening, which was aptly called the Tree of Tranquility. We invited people to write on the leaves with their thoughts, an uplifting quote, or the name of a special person who they were thinking of. The messages were lovely to read and really touching.

How did you raise money?

There was an auction , a raffle, a fabulous live band and a buffet. People joined us not only from the local Markington community but also from Ripon, Harrogate, Leeds and Keighley – a wonderful turn out! We raised £1,000 for Wellspring Therapy, where it will provide valuable help to those needing assistance. We wish Wellspring continued success in supporting the mental wellbeing of all those who come to them.

Please join us for a live premier concert on Friday 19th June 7.30-8.30pm on Youtube…