Frequently Asked Questions
What charities are we working with and why?
• Mind (England & Wales), SAMH (Scotland), Inspire (Northern Ireland)
• Deal with a wide variety of mental health issues
• Ensures the money you raise is spent in your nation
Who do I contact to find out about challenge and fundraising events?
• Check for events on the charities’ websites
• Call the partnership hotline 0203 995 6188 or email <span style="text-decoration: underline;">coop@mind.org.uk</span>
Where can I get fundraising materials or support and advice?
• All stores and funeralcare branches will receive a fundraising pack.
• For other locations, a pack can be requested via the partnership hotline – 0203 995 6188 or email <span style="text-decoration: underline;">coop@mind.org.uk</span>
• Items available include fundraising buckets, tins, t shirts, fundraising guide, posters.
When can we start fundraising?
• From 10 October 2019, which is World Mental Health Day.
How is the money split between partners?
• Money raised in a nation goes to the partner for that nation.
What are we spending money raised on?
• Bringing communities together to improve mental wellbeing
• Focus on building resilience and in community support
• Creating services informed by joint research
What support is available for colleagues with their own mental health?
• Information on how to access our employee assistance programme can be found on the intranet.
• All of our charity partners can also be contacted directly:
Mind – call 0300 123 3393, text 86463, email <span style="text-decoration: underline;">info@mind.org.uk</span>
SAMH – call 0141 530 1000
Inspire – 0289 032 8474
• You can also contact Samaritans for 24/7 support – call 116 123, text SHOUT to 8525 or, email <span style="text-decoration: underline;">jo@samaritans.org</span>