Driffield Rugby Union Football Club (RUFC) has raised significant funds for men’s mental health support in collaboration with Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, continuing their partnership for a second consecutive year. The club’s efforts follow the tragic death of Ollie Robinson-Booth, a club member who died by suicide at the age of 21 in 2023.
Through various fundraising initiatives, Driffield RUFC has raised nearly £10,000, which will support mental health services for men. The club’s chairman, Simon Hornby, emphasized the importance of the initiative, stating, “When Ollie passed away, the club came together to make a difference, aiming to raise as much money as possible for this incredible charity.”
Over the past year, Driffield RUFC has organized charity match days and festivals, with over 30 members taking part in the Movember challenge, raising nearly £3,500. The club remains committed to the cause, with Hornby adding, “If our efforts help even one person, we’ve achieved our goal.”
Marie-Louise Robinson, community fundraiser at Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, expressed deep gratitude for the support. “The club’s contributions not only raised an impressive amount of funds but also highlighted the crucial issue of mental health and the importance of community support,” Robinson said. “Ollie’s story serves as a painful reminder of the need for this work, and the way the club and local community have united in his memory is truly inspiring.”
Driffield RUFC’s ongoing commitment to mental health advocacy reflects a growing recognition of the need to support mental health initiatives, particularly among men. The collaboration with Hull and East Yorkshire Mind is set to continue as both organizations work to improve mental health resources and awareness across the region.
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