The Duncan & Toplis Foundation supports charities and community organisations that make a meaningful difference within the communities it serves. Among the latest recipients is Inspiring Happiness CIC, a not-for-profit community organisation helping people improve their mental health, wellbeing and quality of life.
The £1,000 donation from the Foundation will support the organisation’s Leicester Creative Wellbeing Programme, helping to enhance and sustain free monthly wellbeing sessions for local residents experiencing poor mental health, loneliness, social isolation or low confidence.
The funding will enable Inspiring Happiness CIC to provide a range of creative wellbeing activities and materials, alongside journals, worksheets and other practical resources. It will also contribute towards refreshments and local promotion and outreach, helping the organisation reach more people who could benefit from its support.
Inspiring Happiness CIC provides safe and welcoming spaces for people facing a range of life challenges, including poor mental health, loneliness, trauma and abuse. Through creative activities, coaching, workshops and health and community wellbeing programmes, it aims to help people connect with others, build their confidence and resilience, and move forward positively with their lives.
The Foundation’s support will help ensure the Leicester sessions remain completely free, removing cost as a potential barrier to participation. Through the programme, participants have opportunities to express themselves creatively, develop social connections and access practical resources in an inclusive and supportive environment.
Wendy Richards, Director of Inspiring Happiness CIC, said: “We are incredibly grateful to The Duncan & Toplis Foundation for their generous £1,000 donation. This support will make a real difference to our Leicester community, enabling us to provide free creative wellbeing activities that bring people together, reduce isolation and help individuals build confidence and improve their mental wellbeing.
“Every contribution helps us create happier, healthier and more connected communities.”
If you would like to support the continued work of The Duncan & Toplis Foundation, you can donate here. Alternatively, if you’re looking for funding for a local community initiative, find out more about our grant criteria and how to apply here.
