Healing Military Minds: A Fundraising Group Supporting Veteran’s Mental Health

Healing Military Minds (HMM) was founded by Corporal Hayley Court, a dedicated individual who saw a critical need to support veterans’ mental health. Based at RAF Brize Norton, this fundraising group is committed to raising money for Combat Stress, the UK’s leading charity dedicated to supporting veterans struggling with mental health issues.

During the pandemic, Hayley witnessed firsthand the challenges Combat Stress was facing, which inspired her to take action. Determined to make a difference, she established HMM to help generate much-needed funds for the charity’s essential work. Over the past three years, HMM has raised an incredible £100,000 for Combat Stress, a remarkable milestone that Hayley is immensely proud of. She credits the success to the dedicated individuals and supporters who have rallied behind the cause, helping make these fundraising efforts possible.

In addition to hosting smaller events throughout the year, HMM’s signature fundraising event is its annual ball, which has become a highlight of their efforts. Last year, this event raised an astonishing £28,000 on the night. This year’s ball, set for November 16, aims to surpass that figure, with high hopes of continuing to support the life-changing work that Combat Stress provides to so many veterans. Hearing the stories of those who have benefited from the charity’s services has been deeply inspiring and serves as a powerful reminder of why this cause is so vital.

Thanks to the ongoing support and Chief of the Air Staff’s appearance at last year’s event, HMM has already secured £32,000 in sponsorship for this year. The continued generosity of supporters makes a tangible difference in the lives of veterans, and HMM is committed to raising as much as possible for this critical cause.

For further details of how you can either attend or support this years event please see Healing Military Minds.