Fundraising & Donations

In 2020-21, the total amount of income generated through fundraising and donations came to:

£ 45,645

Tom James - Brand Ambassador

We were delighted to announce ex dual international athlete and rugby player for Wales Tom James as our Brand Ambassador in January 2021. Tom’s career spanned over 15 years, playing for Cardiff Blues, Exeter Chiefs and Scarlets. He represented Wales on 12 occasions and scored two tries. He is Cardiff Blues’ current all time top try scorer.

“I first suffered symptoms of mental health back in 2008, but managed to suppress those feelings until 2018, when I suffered a break down. Since then, I have learned how to cope better and I speak regularly to my psychologist and family.

Since going public, I have had so many messages from others commenting on how I have helped them to talk about their troubles and seek help. I also feel passionate about raising money and awareness for Mind. It is an honour to be a Patron of Cwm Taf Morgannwg Mind.”

Tom’s Sports Memorabilia Auction

Shortly after becoming a Brand Ambassador, Tom organised a Sports Memorabilia Auction - the proceeds of which were donated to us. Tom generated a total of:

Tom’s memorabilia included signed shirts from rugby and football stars across the UK.

£ 5,250

Fundraising Top Picks

We are grateful to all our fundraisers who took part in a range of events throughout 2020-21 on our behalf.

Some of these highlights include:

• Darren Thomas and his supporters engaged in the 30x30 challenege raising a staggering £10,000.

• Jack Wilson and friends climbed Pen Y Fan in honour of their friend Goorha

Singh. The boys and their supporters raised a magnificent £7,600 (above photo).

• Stephen Morris and his supporters donated £1000 through his sports memorabilia auction.

• Gareth Lewis and Alex Jehu (staff members) took part in the UKwide 2.6 Challenge in April 2020. The event was in response to Covid-19 pandemic and all the cancelled fundraising events. Over £1000 was raised between them. 18