Pulford Publicity charity of the year: Dorset Mind

Help Dorset Mind raise vital funds

Dorset Mind charity ambassador and local leisure and hospitality entrepreneur, Ty Temel invites you to join #TeamDorsetMind and help him raise funds and awareness for local people’s mental health.

Ty said: “If there’s one thing I learned from lockdown, it was the sense of community, which is why, at Dorset Mind, we want to reinforce the importance of connection whilst also keeping physically and mentally fit. I’m really looking forward to this incredible year of challenges to keep me personally motivated, whilst helping support local people too.”

A variety of challenges are being held throughout the year, for all ages and skills – and cover different types of events. They hope to inspire people to understand the benefits that getting active has on physical and mental wellbeing and encourage a sense of community.

The first fundraising challenge this year is one with an incredible view as entrants will run along the second-to-none sands of Bournemouth Beach. Held on 2 April, the Bournemouth Bay Run is hosting its 40th annual run – and Dorset Mind is one of the charity partners. Race categories include a half marathon, 10k and 5k runs – and a 1k kids’ fun run.

Other running, walking and hiking challenges held this year include the Jurassic Coast Challenge, the National Three Peaks Hike and The Fire and Ice Trek held in the hills and mountains of Iceland – a first for the charity.

If running isn’t for you, there are other once-ina-lifetime options...

Why not take part in the exciting team Dragon Boat Races at the Sherborne Castle County Fair in May? Or, if you’re feeling more daring – walk along the wings of a plane or take part in Dorset Mind’s annual charity skydive. It’s time to help us shape futures and change lives.

Help Dorset Mind raise vital funds for Dorset’s mental health in 2023, visit https:// dorsetmind.uk/challenges to find out more and sign up.