WTF join the Manor Foundation Open Day at Ilkeston Town FC
A wonderful day at Ilkeston Town FC’s Manor Ground providing the right opportunities to talk and support our communities. By: Joanna Garvey The Manor Foundation is the charitable arm of Ilkeston Town FC and aims to provide opportunities for the local community to get involved in sport and in volunteering. On the day there was […]
World Mental Health Day in Morrisons in Ilkeston
October 10th at Morrisons gave us more reasons for good conversations From Helen Vickers: On Friday 10th October, we took WGTF to Morrisons in Ilkeston to promote World Mental Health Day. We spent the day connecting with the local community, having great conversations, promoting the charity and sign posting people to mental health support both […]
Erewash Rotary fund two school wellbeing libraries and visit Wilsthorpe School
A visit to Wilsthorpe school to see the wellbeing library From Erewash Rotary Club: Last year, members heard a deeply personal and inspiring talk from Joanna Garvey about the work of The Will Garvey Trust Foundation. Set up in the wake of her son’s suicide, Joanna wanted to support young people experiencing mental health issues […]
So special to run the Robin Hood half marathon for WTF
Together we did it ! From Jodie Cook: On Sunday 28th September along with thousands of others I ran the Robin Hood Marathon with others from WTF. This was my second half marathon and very special for three reasons Firstly, because I am a Nottingham girl and secondly, because I was running for the Will […]
Candles at the crossroads – remembering those lost to suicide
Suicide Prevention Day (10th September) – remembering those lost to suicide From Jo Garvey: On a very soggy Suicide Prevention Day (#SuicidePreventionDay), a handful of us met for Candles at the Crossroads, where we remembered and honoured Will and those we’ve lost to suicide. We lit candles, wrote messages, and read poems to remember […]
WTF attend Nottingham Pride, what a great event!
On 26th July, WTF participated in Nottingham Pride Our first time having a stall at Nottingham Pride was such a powerful experience. Talking to so many different people in such a diverse crowd and everyone sharing their stories and showing up for the same reason was so special. We had a little bit of rain, […]
West Hallam Wells – well what do you know
West Hallam’s Wells – Being Connected This was once true. Sadly, you can now no longer check its validity. But, during July 25, the West Hallam Wikipedia page listed that its Well-Dressings, the Pagan tradition of blessing the gods for the provision of freshwater springs, began in 1970. The article also went on, “That […]
So what’s a WTF quiz night like ? And when’s the next one?
Wayne’s Worldies Raises the Phoenix Quiz Nights from the Drains I was asked a question. “How many quizzes have WTF held?” I think I could countdown about 12 over the last 8 years. These “Pub Quizzes” started because mainly I love a quiz. I’m also pretty vein and enjoy a pint too. The fledgling WTF […]
A successful AGM, inspiring and thought provoking
Thanks to all attendees and our guest speaker James Creaghan We were absolutely delighted to welcome so many supporters to our 2025 Annual General Meeting. The room was full of warmth, purpose and a strong shared commitment to supporting young people’s mental health. It was wonderful to see such a cross-section of our community – […]
WTF attended Nottingham Forest’s ‘Tricky to talk hub’
Harry Toffolo meets with Jo Garvey (CEO, WTF) and Hadley Truman (Trustee, WTF) On the evening of March 27th, we had the pleasure of attending the Tricky to Talk Hub by @nffc_community and started to connect with their partners such as; @bottledupblokes & @tough_to_talk! We were inspired in hearing about the potential and the future […]
