Fundraising
Change Starts With You.
We are delighted that you are considering raising funds for Mental Health Reform and we are so grateful for your support! Your contribution can help play a role in helping people achieve their best possible mental health.
On this webpage you will find more information about what we do, tips and tricks for fundraising, and how we can support you as you so generously raise money for Mental Health Reform.
Our team are on hand to support you as much as they can, do get in touch if you would like to speak with us to have a chat about fundraising.
Upcoming Events
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Why choose Mental Health Reform?
Our campaign work relies on the generous donations, like yours, to make our voice louder.
Without our supporters, we would not be able to advocate for the needed change to our mental health system or work to ensure people can get the mental healthcare they need.
Fundraising Ideas
Get inspired to fundraise for better mental health in Ireland
with fun, easy ideas that bring people together while making a powerful difference.
Coffee Morning
There’s nothing more comforting than a hot cuppa and a good chat—and it can change lives. Hosting a coffee morning is a simple way to bring your community together while raising vital funds. Top tip: offer different coffee types (and some herbal teas) to suit everyone’s taste! Fun fact: the average Irish adult drinks four cups of coffee a day—so you’re in good company.
Bake Sale
Ready, set, bake for a cause! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a dab hand at rice crispy buns, a bake sale is a crowd-pleaser. Set up at your school, workplace, or local hall and watch the donations roll in. Top Tip: have allergy-friendly options (gluten-free, nut-free) for inclusivity. Bonus: everyone leaves smiling—and full.
Pedal for purpose
Whether it’s a scenic 20k or a daring 100k, cycling challenges are a fantastic way to get fit while fundraising. Make it solo or gather your crew for a group ride. Top Tip: set a clear goal and track progress online for extra engagement. Bonus points for themed outfits!
Walk, Hike, Run!
From 5Ks to mountain climbs, there’s a challenge for every fitness level. These events are powerful metaphors for mental health journeys—step by step, we move forward. Tip: choose a meaningful location or date, and share your personal ‘why’ on social media to inspire donations.
Table Quiz
Put those random facts to good use! A table quiz is a social, competitive, and easy-to-run fundraiser. Choose a venue (or host it online), create fun rounds (think: ‘Name That Tune’, ‘Irish trivia’, ‘Picture round’), and charge teams to enter. Add spot prizes and a raffle to boost funds!
Raffle / Silent Auction
Prizes for purpose! Raffles and auctions are tried-and-true crowd favourites. Reach out to local businesses for donations and create themed bundles. A silent auction adds an air of suspense—perfect for events and galas. Tip: promote items on social media ahead of time to stir excitement and increase bids!
Fundraising Toolkit
In our Toolkit, you will get some great hints and tips about fundraising, learn how we can support you and how your generous donations will make a difference!
Our promise to you
We promise to help you, our valued supporter, as best as we possibly can. Contact the Mental Health Reform office to get in touch with our team about your fundraising ideas.
A team member will work with you throughout the planning process for your fundraiser; from concept to completion.
We can supply you with Mental Health Reform t-shirts, posters, collection buckets, guides, as well as promote your fundraiser to the thousands of supporters of Mental Health Reform.
Where possible, a member of our team will attend your fundraiser. We are a small team in Mental Health Reform but we will do our best to go to your event and meet all those who are supporting your fundraiser.
How to Donate
Cheque
You can donate by cheque, using the details below:
- Payable to: Mental Health Reform
- Post to: Mental Health Reform, Coleraine House, Coleraine Street, Dublin 7
Be sure to get in touch with us, if you are donating by cheque so we can thank you personally and stay in touch.
Bank Transfer
Contact info@mentalhealthreform.ie for more information on bank transfers.
Tax Relief Giving
If you are an Irish taxpayer and you donate a total of €250 or more in a calendar year, the value of your donation can increase at no additional cost to you.
For example, if you have donated €250 in one year this could be worth €362.50 to Mental Health Reform, at no extra cost to you.
Simply complete a CHY3 Form and return it to us by post.
Criteria for Tax Relief Giving:
- Donated €250 or more to Mental Health Reform in one calendar year within the last four years
- Been PAYE or self-assessed for donations in the last 4 years onwards
- You directly made the donation to Mental Health Reform (rather than collected donations from others, took part in a raffle, or sponsored someone else’s fundraising for us)
For more information on Tax Relief Giving, contact us by calling 01- 874 9468 or email info@mentalhealthreform.ie
Reach out Today!
Inspired to help? We’d love to hear your fundraising ideas—get in touch and let’s start the conversation.
Stephen Sheil
01 874 9468 / 087 685 8907
ssheil@mentalhealthreform.ie