We are delighted to continue our longstanding support for the Scottish Association for Mental Health (SAMH).
Good mental health is something that can’t be taken for granted, especially in our current turbulent world. Lindsays has long been committed to taking mental health issues seriously. Continuing our support of SAMH is an integral part of our pledge to always place mental health at the top of the firm’s agenda.
Since 1923 SAMH has been working to end stigmas around mental health, providing support, awareness and help to those in need. The charity offers a programme of support and services for adults and young people.
Our staff are encouraged to fundraise for SAMH, from donating £1 for monthly Dressdown Friday, to contributing through our Pennies for Promise payroll scheme, which allows colleagues to donate directly to SAMH. We have also taken part in various volunteering activities with the organisation and supported it’s campaigns and events. One such event took place in June when we partnered with SAMH to support its involvement in Edinburgh’s Van Gogh Alive Exhibition. This immersive exhibition gave visitors the opportunity to experience the work of Van Gogh by almost stepping into his paintings. We hosted a joint fundraising evening during the exhibition’s run where artwork created by school children auctioned in support of SAMH, to ensure they can continue to be there for those who need them most.
Our Chairman, Peter Tweedie said: “We were delighted to partner with SAMH to support its work with the team at Van Gogh Alive, not just to raise vital funds to aid the charity’s work but also to highlight important issues surrounding mental health. We work hard to create a healthy workplace for our colleagues and work with our clients to help them achieve the same. Encouraging positive mental health has never been more important.”
The money raised by Lindsays helps us to provide support to those in our communities who need it most.
Billy Watson, Chief Executive, SAMH
After the success of Van Gogh Alive, a few of our people, including Managing Partner, Alasdair Cummings visited SAMH’s Redhall Walled Garden to see first-hand how the charity uses funds. Its therapeutic garden is a beautiful and peaceful place where people can access support and recover from mental health issues.
Lindsays looks forward to more exciting ways to support SAMH as it continues this charity partnership.
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