Tulloch Homes has raised over £5,000 for Mikeysline

Highland home builders, Tulloch Homes, part of the Springfield Group, has raised over £5000 for Mikeysline as part of the ‘Cup of Kindness’ challenge.

As part of Mikeysline’s ‘Bee the Change’ campaign, the initiative encourages cup holders to embark on three months of fundraising, helping the charity to support those struggling with their mental health and/or suicidal thoughts via their text-based and face to face support services.

Having been nominated by legal firm, Wright, Johnson and Mackenzie LLP, in December last year, Tulloch employees have enthusiastically hosted a variety of events to raise money for the charity.

Coinciding with Tulloch’s 100^th anniversary celebrations, employees have held raffles, bake sales and dress down days to raise money.

The dedicated team also took part in a 500 miles walking challenge, and nearly doubled their target by achieving 1079 miles, boosting their own mental wellbeing by encouraging an active lifestyle in the fresh air.

In a show of solidarity, the Springfield Group donated an extra £2,500 bringing the final total to £5,470.28.

Managing Director of Tulloch Homes, Kieran Graham, said: “We are so proud to have been part of the Cup of Kindness campaign and kickstarting our 100^th year of business by supporting such an crucial local charity.

“As keen advocates of Mikesyline, we understand how important their work in addressing the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide is throughout our communities in the North of Scotland. We are pleased we have been able to contribute to the charity to allow them to support local people who need it most.”

Bee the Change Manager, Allana Stables, said: “Kindness and community is a huge part of what Mikeysline is all about, and we are overjoyed with the incredible amount raised by the team at Tulloch Homes.

“As a grassroots charity which receives no statutory funding, every penny is so important to ensuring we can provide our lifeline services to people all ages and genders throughout the Highlands, Islands and Moray.”

Mikeysline provides support for anyone suffering mental health difficulties or suicidal thoughts via its text service on 07786 20 77 55 from Sunday to Thursday, 6-10pm and Friday-Saturday 7pm-7am, and can also be contacted via Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, Webchat, as well as in person at their Hives across the regions.