Cable management products provider, CMP Products, has raised more than £20,000 for a North East mental health charity dedicated to providing both lifesaving and life-changing support.
Based in Northumberland, the company – which specialises in designing and manufacturing cable glands, cleats and accessories – has carried out a series of fundraising activities throughout the course of 18 months to raise money for Anxious Minds, with the team also dedicating their own time to support the local community.
Since its formation in 2015 – which stemmed from the CEO’s personal experiences with PTSD, anxiety and depression – Anxious Minds has delivered well over 120,000 counselling and support group sessions supporting children, adults and veterans. Its services include support groups, therapy sessions, helplines, workshops and recovery centres, as well as online resources for anyone with anxiety disorders or other mental health conditions.
Fundraising for Anxious Minds was led by CMP’s Culture Champions – a dedicated team committed to championing initiatives that promote positive health and wellbeing in the workplace. The campaign brought together hundreds of colleagues through a diverse programme of fundraising activities, including a non‑stop 36‑hour cycle challenge, popular bake sales featuring homemade cakes and pastries, as well as competitions and a car wash fundraiser.
CMP employees also donated their time to support the charity, volunteering on projects such as woodland clearance and canoe maintenance. These initiatives helped create a welcoming outdoor environment for therapy sessions, group walks, and mental health support activities, the company reports. In addition, CMP staff supported Anxious Minds’ festive celebrations, helping to serve Christmas dinners to people supported by the charity at a local community centre.
Leanne Branfoot, CMP’s Human Resources Advisor and Culture Champion, says, “We are delighted to have raised an incredible amount for such a worthy cause, while also helping to raise awareness of the vital support services provided by Anxious Minds. The work the charity delivers across the region is greatly needed, and it has been fantastic to see the collective effort and strong sense of community across CMP in supporting Anxious Minds.”
The momentum generated from CMP’s fundraising activities did not go unnoticed, the company notes, with the business being shortlisted for a Corporate Charity Partnership award at the North East Charity Awards 2025.
Edward Dean, CEO at Anxious Minds, comments, “CMP has been nothing short of amazing. The support, kindness and generosity from their team have been second to none. Their volunteers, advice and encouragement over the year inspired me to keep pushing forward in our mission, to ensure that anyone facing their darkest hours can find the help they need to move toward a brighter, better future.”
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