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 […]
A walk at dusk is a must do thing!
If you haven’t walked at dusk you are missing a treat ! The Club 45 met on April 1st at dusk and walked around Bennerley Woodlands, a wholesome and chilled way to enter the first weekend of Spring. Great to see some new faces, plenty of conversations going on, and double digit attendees. See the […]
We are in Wayne’s World at the WTF Spring Quiz in March 2025!
Wayne’s World strikes again ! A great evening quizzing and we raised £510. Thank you ! A great evening’s entertainment again with a challenging and inspiring, fun quiz, a great raffle, a game of card bingo and a game of ‘On me ‘ead son’! Thank you to the Pav Bar at West Hallam Cricket Club […]
WTF welcomed again to the Broomfield Hall Inclusion event
https://www.willgarveytrustfoundation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Broomfield-event-avatar-video.mp4 A privilege to participate at this year’s event By Jo Garvey This is the second year WTF have attended this event and we were not disappointed. Staff and students are very welcoming and the event is very well organized and run by committed and dedicated staff. The event is an opportunity for parents and […]
WTF presence at the Bennerley Fields School Open afternoon
Supporting mental health and wellbeing at school By Jo Garvey In October WTF were privileged to be invited to the Bennerley Fields Open Afternoon. This provides parents new to Bennerely Fields with an opportunity to meet all the organisations that are involved in supporting the children and young people who attend. This includes the school […]
No Prejudice, I’m fallen for Derby Pride
By Kevan Garvey The UK’s first Pride march was in 1972. That’s 52 years ago. I represented WTF at this year’s Derby Pride Festival. I’m privileged, middle aged and straighter than a stake that soft fruit grows up, so the Pride branding is not positioned at me or my demographic. Though, just like homophobic critics […]
