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Annual Review 2020-21
Fundraising
Our fundraising was badly affected understandably so, by the pandemic and lockdowns. This had been worrying as our income from fundraising was supporting a number of our services – including peer support, advice and our children and young people’s service.
2021 saw more and more people getting back out to events, which started to impact on our fundraised
income. We are really grateful to all those people and businesses that put time and effort into raising funds particularly as signing up for a sporting challenge is a huge commitment both physically and emotionally. It takes a certain determination and bravery. So, when supporters get in touch with news of their sponsored challenge, we recognise this act of courage and let them know we’ll be there every step of the way. Over many months, we stay in touch via emails and calls, offering encouragement and personal check-ins, before sending “good luck” messages and our congratulations.
We also communicate the impact of fundraising on the services we deliver, which boosts motivation to continue training before the big day arrives.
“Thanks very much for your email. We’re doing well and covered over
6,000 miles so far – we’ve a big push over the next 10 days, but great to hear you cheering us on.
We’re very proud to be supporting Manchester Mind.”
– Business Supporter
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