Introduction
Alchemy is delighted to announce that Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) has been selected as our London Charity Partner of the Year. This decision comes after a heartfelt nomination and voting process involving all ALM employees.
About CALM
CALM is a leading suicide prevention charity dedicated to supporting anyone struggling with life. Their mission is to stand against suicide, which claims 125 lives every week in the UK, with 75% of these being men. CALM works tirelessly to reduce this tragic number by promoting mental health awareness, providing life-saving services, and offering support to those in need.
CALM’s initiatives include:
- Running a confidential helpline and webchat service available 365 days a year.
- Launching impactful campaigns to challenge the stigma surrounding suicide.
- Offering resources and support to help individuals manage their mental health.
Why We Chose CALM
The demand for CALM’s services has surged, with over 160,000 conversations taking place on their helpline in 2023 alone. Unfortunately, their funding has not kept pace with this increased demand, resulting in many calls going unanswered. By partnering with CALM, ALM aims to help them expand their services and reach more individuals in crisis.
Alchemy’s Commitment to CALM
Alchemy is committed to making an impact through this partnership. We will organise various fundraising events, awareness campaigns, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year to support CALM’s essential work.
Jo Flint, Alchemy’s COO, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership:
“We are incredibly proud to partner with CALM. As a company, we are committed to supporting their mission to save lives and promote mental wellbeing. Every life lost to a suicide is a life lost too soon and it’s something we must do everything we can to prevent. Suicide brings up some uncomfortable and complicated emotions, which I have witnessed firsthand, which is why this cause is close to my heart. I believe that together we can make a real difference in our community.”
Get Involved
We encourage everyone to join us in supporting CALM. Follow our journey on LinkedIn for updates on our fundraising activities, which will help CALM continue its crucial work and save lives.
For more information please visit CALM.