Hamptons has raised £150,000 for mental health charity Mind since launching its partnership with the organisation in May 2022.
The fundraising total has been built through a wide range of staff-led initiatives across the business, including endurance challenges, sporting events and community activities.
Over the course of the partnership, Hamptons employees have taken part in the Three Peaks Challenge – climbing Scafell Pike, Ben Nevis and Snowdon within 24 hours – alongside marathons, skydives, bake sales and local fundraising events.
More recently, the business has expanded its efforts with new initiatives, including the Hamptons Charity Golf Cup, which raised £10,000, and the Hamptons Walk and Talk.
THE MIND GAMES
The latter was led by the company’s men’s group, with participants completing 5,500 steps to reflect the number of people who lose their lives to suicide in the UK each year, raising more than £1,400 for Mind.
In July, Hamptons launched its largest fundraising campaign of the year, The Mind Games, a company-wide initiative encouraging each region to organise its own activities in support of the charity.
With more than 85 offices involved, fundraising ranged from pub quizzes and rugby sweepstakes to larger events, including participation in the Bournemouth Half Marathon by the Windsor branch and a “Cycle across the country” challenge organised by the Sloane Square team. The latter saw staff cycle the equivalent distance from Land’s End to John o’ Groats on exercise bikes, raising £3,700.
VITAL SERVICES
Andrew Berrie, Head of Corporate Partnerships at Mind, says: “We’re incredibly grateful to Hamptons for their unwavering support since 2022.
“Together, we’ve raised an amazing £150,000, helping us deliver vital services like our helplines and Side by Side peer support platform.
“At a time when we’re facing a mental health crisis, partnerships like this are more important than ever. Together, we’re working towards a future where no mind is left behind.”
FREE CONSULTATIONS
Alongside its fundraising activity, Hamptons has introduced additional measures to support employee wellbeing. All staff now have access to free mental health consultations, a 24-hour confidential helpline covering a wide range of issues, and counselling sessions.
The business has also developed employee-led affinity groups to promote inclusion, connection and support across the organisation.
These groups have delivered initiatives aimed at addressing specific challenges in the workplace.
The Men’s Group organised the Walk and Talk fundraiser to raise awareness of men’s mental health, while the Women’s Group has launched campaigns highlighting menopause and endometriosis.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Mary Beeton, Head of Residential Sales at Hamptons, says: “At Hamptons we understand the profound impact mental health challenges can have, not only on individuals but also on their loved ones too, and we are determined to make a difference by raising awareness and funds for this worthy cause.
“It’s been inspiring to see the business come together to pause, reflect, and learn – while supporting such a meaningful cause that touches us all. As a company of 1,200 people, we recognise the significant impact we can make.
“This responsibility drives us to raise both awareness and funds, listen to our employees, and implement meaningful changes.”
