Fundraising at Touchstone

Touchstone have been supporting diverse communities across Yorkshire with their mental health for over 40 years.

We offer a wide range of support to suit people with different experiences: from community groups for people struggling with loneliness; to culturally specific support for diverse communities; to out-of-hours support for people in crisis.

In recent years, funding cuts have immensely impacted charities, including Touchstone. At the same time, the impacts of Covid and the Cost-of-Living crisis mean the need for mental health support is more vital now than it’s ever been.

Touchstone need help to be able to continue our essential work supporting communities with their mental health.

Touchstone's 40th Anniversary

How you can support us

Whether you’re a business or an individual, there are lots of ways you can support us. Navigate to the right section for you using the buttons below or download our Fundraising Booklet for a quick overview of how you can support us. 

Please note: Your money and donations will always go towards helping our services to support local communities’ health and wellbeing. If you set up a fundraiser or a donation for a specific service, please let us know and we will ring-fence money raised for that service.

for individuals or local community groups interested in fundraising.

for more information on donating money and items to support Touchstone.

for businesses interested in working with Touchstone.

Feedback from Staff, Service Users and Volunteers

Absolutely fantastic, immaculate, very supportive, very understanding, top rank of support workers in this country. They saved my life. I have 100% trust in them.

Service User, Live Well Leeds

Touchstone is a great organisation and has benefitted me in my recovery in many ways. Not only have I used the services in times of crisis but have felt empowered to volunteer in services and groups I enjoy. They put the service users first and co-production is practiced religiously.

Service user, Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service's Inclusion Team

I feel understood by workers from diverse backgrounds and that they can comprehend my background. I have amazing support workers who go above and beyond their jobs and are very caring, passionate, supportive and lovely.

Service User, Community Support Team, Your Content Goes Here

I suffer with depression and anxiety and… I’ve felt like Touchstone took a big weight off my shoulders. Since I was homeless they’ve really supported me in this accommodation and made me feel safer and better days ahead.

Service User, Beacon Housing Service

Touchstone is a valuable service providing support and activities… it helps reduce social isolation, I like engaging with other visitors whom are nice and non-judgemental. It’s good to come to a safe space & receive 1-1 support when required… It is friendly, helpful and accessible for me.

Service User, Here For You

I love to go every week. Feel supported, safe, and a haven of emotional support and wellbeing.

Service User, Being You Leeds

I found each of these services invaluable and would recommend to anyone going through a difficult time to reach out. I felt heard throughout my journey and having someone to listen, whilst carefully and sensitively guiding me, has helped me navigate through the tough times.

Service User, Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service

Touchstone has been life saving for me… [they] helped me realise I matter, gave me confidence and gave me responsibility for my recovery (which I have never had before and was life changing).

Service User, Community Support Team

Staff I meet are always friendly, sincere, helpful, and knowledgeable. User-friendly and easily accessible location.

Service User, Better Together, Your Content Goes Here

It is fantastic to… [share] our collective experiences to make things easier for those currently having a rough time with their own mental health.

Service user, Leeds Mental Wellbeing Service's Inclusion Team, Your Content Goes Here

My mental health is improved since attending group. I enjoy connecting with others.

Service User, Sikh Elders Service, Your Content Goes Here
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