Matthew Good Foundation

💙 “The Humber Wellbeing Hub played a crucial role in saving a family member of mine from suicide. Their work means families still get to see the people they love. I will forever be grateful to them.” 💙 That’s what one local resident told us about the Humber Wellbeing Hub The hub is a vital support space for those struggling with their mental wellbeing, offering suicide prevention support, bereavement groups, mindfulness walks, and more. Located in the peaceful Humber Bridge Country Park, it provides a safe, welcoming environment for anyone looking to improve their mental wellbeing. Now, thanks to a new film from the Matthew Good Foundation and Big Picture Charity Films, more people can see the hub’s life-changing impact. 📽️📽️📽️ Watch the film & help spread the word: https://loom.ly/A23Qt78 🙌🙌🙌 Get involved by volunteering, fundraising, or sharing this post! Every conversation, every act of support, could help save a life 💙 #MentalWellbeing #SuicidePrevention #CommunitySupport

🌟 John Good Group | Growing Businesses Together and the Matthew Good Foundation have been shortlisted for the Corporate Foundation Award at the Third Sector Business Charity Awards! 🌟 We’re beyond excited to receive this recognition, which celebrates our innovative approach to corporate philanthropy, alongside a prestigious group of other incredible charities and businesses. Since 2011, we’ve contributed more than £1.5 million through a range of charitable support programmes and we can’t wait to keep driving meaningful change for people and the planet 👨👩👧👦🌍 A huge thank you to Sailors' Children's Society for putting us forward for this award! Thanks in particular to Natasha Barley and Rhiannon Beeson for their support - we couldn’t be more grateful! 🙏 🎉Congratulations to all the amazing finalists! We’re looking forward to attending the awards evening on Thursday, 8th of May! #BusinessCharityAwards #CorporatePhilanthropy #CSR #AwardSeason

Do you know of anyone that has died or been seriously affected during a race in terms of health? Our founder, Matt died running a half marathon in 2011 and we’re trying to reach out to other families that might want to help create a legacy for their loved ones by joining us in what we’re doing to keep runners safe. ✉️DM us to get in touch #RaceReady #RunningSafety #RunnerHealth #HalfMarathon #RunningCommunity #RunningTips

Today, on World Down Syndrome Day, we’re highlighting the incredible work of Downright Special, a Hull and East Yorkshire charity dedicated to supporting children with Down syndrome and their families. From specialist teaching to emotional support, they empower children to reach their full potential while helping families, schools, and professionals understand how to meet their needs. As a long-time supporter of Downright Special, a few years ago we funded a video highlighting the life-changing impact of their work - filmed by Big Picture Charity Films. 📽️ Watch the full video here: https://loom.ly/juJZBXs , and join us in celebrating the power of inclusion and advocacy! #WorldDownSyndromeDay #DownrightSpecial #InclusionMatters #SupportingCommunities

🌊🐟 The reality of ocean waste is heartbreaking. Watch as the Fathoms Free team works tirelessly to remove ghost fishing gear from our waters, rescuing marine life from entanglement. This footage shows a net pulled up full of dead fish and crustaceans - just one example of the dangers lurking beneath the surface. 💔 To see the full story and understand the need for action, watch the complete film here: https://loom.ly/K6OkYS8 #MarineConservation #FathomsFree #GhostGear #MarineLife #Cornwall

South Yorkshire Charity Mentors (SYCM) provides free, tailored mentoring to leaders of small charities, helping them strengthen their strategic direction and operations. With a network of 41 mentors from diverse sectors, SYCM has supported 60 leaders since its pilot programme, delivering £66,000 worth of free mentoring. After a successful pilot, SYCM became a registered charity in 2023, offering support that transforms organisations, enabling them to thrive and better serve their communities. John Good Group | Growing Businesses Together are helping SYCM expand into new areas, and meet the increasing demand for mentoring, with a £2,000 Grant from the Grants for Good Programme. Learn more: https://loom.ly/XoV9P-M #FundingFriday #GrantsforGood #SmallCharities

📣 In the News: Race Ready App 🏃♂️🏃♀️ We’re thrilled to see Race Ready, the app we’re proud to fund, making headlines this week! Seeing Matthew’s legacy continue to grow and help runners access vital medical advice is incredibly rewarding. 💙 📲 Haven’t downloaded it yet? It’s completely free and available now on iOS and Android! #RaceReady #RaceReadyApp #RunnerSafety #RunningCommunity

Halifax Wheelchair Rugby League Club, established in 2005, is a leading UK wheelchair rugby league team with a history of multiple titles. Founded by Malcolm Kielty MBE, the club champions inclusivity and disability sport, offering competitive play and community outreach. Based at Calderdale College, it runs school programs that unite children, both with and without disabilities. The club thrives on the dedication of local volunteers who support its ongoing activities and development efforts. With a £2,000 grant from John Good Group | Growing Businesses Together, the club will be able to purchase a junior wheelchair, removing the financial barrier for young players, allowing them to participate in the sport, and support the development of the next generation of wheelchair rugby league athletes. Learn more: https://loom.ly/vAnAwPg #FundingFriday #GrantsforGood #WheelchairRugby #InclusiveSport

🎥 Introducing the Race Ready App 🏃♀️🏃♂️ Dr. Amy Boalch explains how the Race Ready App helps runners stay safe and confident in their training and races. This free app, packed with expert advice and practical tools, is designed to prevent medical emergencies and improve runner safety. 💡 Watch the full video to see how Race Ready is empowering runners: https://loom.ly/l1lcdY0 Funded by the Matthew Good Foundation, Race Ready was created to make a difference and honour the memory of Matthew Good. 📲 Download it for free today on iOS and Android! https://loom.ly/7Mm3q4o #RunnerSafety #RunningCommunity #MarathonTraining #RaceReady

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome Kirsty Clark as the new Executive Director of the Matthew Good Foundation! With 15 years of experience supporting vulnerable groups and driving social change, Kirsty brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our mission. Her background in Social Work and leadership at a youth homelessness charity makes her the perfect fit to lead the Foundation into its next phase of growth, increasing our support for small charities and creating lasting impact. Please join us in giving Kirsty a warm welcome! 🌟 #NewAppointment #SmallCharityLeadership