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derby cares

Our city’s pledge to ‘Bridge the Gap’ in Children’s Mental Health.

Dear Friends and Supporters,

I am deeply honoured to introduce our new initiative, Derby Cares. This name represents more than just our fundraising efforts; it embodies our commitment to ensuring that every child in Derby feels a profound sense of belonging. We want them to know that no matter how difficult their circumstances may be, there are people in their community who care about them, believe in them, and have hope for their future.

My journey with Bridge the Gap came from both professional and personal lived experience, from a place of personal pain, which I turned into a purpose. Together with Nikki Webster, we’ve grown this organisation into a beacon of hope for countless children and families. Yet today, the demand for our services is higher than ever, and so too are our overheads. But our commitment remains unwavering: to provide accessible, on-the-day support for every child who needs it.

This vision, however, is not something that can be achieved by one person or even one team alone. It takes an army, and that’s why we are reaching out to you—the residents and business owners of Derby. We need your support to make this vision a reality. Together, we can improve and even save lives.

The need is urgent, and the demand for support far exceeds the services currently available. We must act now. Join us in this mission—because Derby Cares.

Thank you for being part of this vital effort.

With hope and gratitude,

Jennifer Wyman

Founder and Co-Director

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The Derby Cares Campaign by Bridge the Gap Child Mental Health is a community-driven initiative aimed at improving child mental health in Derby. Derby Cares invites businesses, individuals, volunteers, and fundraisers to join in providing crucial support to local children and families.

Through Derby Cares fundraising we offer small group emotional literacy sessions and are expanding our early support hubs, allowing children and parents to access help without an appointment. Through these initiatives, Derby Cares strives to create a city where every child feels valued, supported, and proud to live.

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Our city has some of the highest statistics for children suffering with mental health in the UK.

A white box with pale green cog and curved shapes in the corners. the writing in the box shares that there has been a 50% increase in calls from parents needing on the day support.

A white box with pale green cog and curved shapes in the corners. the writing in the box says that children and young people are more vulnerable to mental illnesses in Derby compared to national statistics.

Donate: Contribute directly to our crowdfunder and help us grow our initiatives.
Get Sponsored: Have fun while making a difference—download our fundraising pack and get sponsored to take on a challenge.
Business Support: Your company can donate as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) or even donate a percentage of sales from a product to Derby Cares.
Sponsor a Session or Event: Make a direct impact by sponsoring one of our emotional literacy sessions or fundraising events.
Book Us for Training: Enhance your team's well-being with our invaluable parent empowerment sessions, designed to support your employees and their families.