Mind

Mind is a leading mental health charity in England and Wales, founded in 1946 as the National Association for Mental Health by professionals, voluntary leaders, and campaigners. Its mission is to ensure no one faces mental health problems alone, delivering information, support, advocacy, policy campaigns, stigma reduction, and access to quality care. Guided by values of empowerment, inclusivity, integrity, compassion, and lived expertise, Mind uniquely operates a federated structure supporting over 100 independent Local Minds, blending national leadership with grassroots delivery—enforced by the Mind Quality Mark—while rejecting pharmaceutical funding and prioritizing evidence-based change driven by user voice.

It funds innovative mental health projects prioritizing those at greatest risk: racialised communities, young people, those in poverty, and other marginalised groups. Supported activities include helplines, crisis support, counselling, peer networks, advocacy, employment schemes, drop-in centres, anti-stigma campaigns, and policy work, often through Local Minds or partners delivering tailored, community-rooted services in urban, rural, and deprived areas.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities, preferably medium-to-large organisations (incomes often above £100,000) with established mental health track records, operating strictly in England and Wales (including bilingual services via Mind Cymru). Mind does not accept unsolicited applications—funding is invite-only or via time-limited national calls announced on its website, with no standing deadlines. Typical project grants range from £10,000 to £50,000 (clustering at £20,000–£30,000), rarely covering core costs, capital, or unrestricted needs; larger strategic awards go to Local Minds. Charities should monitor announcements and contact local branches for opportunities, distinguishing Mind as a systemic influencer and capacity builder.