‘We are stronger together’ – how one Surrey charity is supporting children facing mental health challenges

The Bee-lieve Foundation is supporting children in north west Surrey facing mental health challenges – and Laura Butler tells us more about its work.

The nation is facing a growing mental health crisis, with young people among the hardest hit.

Over half a million children and young people are currently on waiting lists for support, often struggling long before help becomes available.

Launched in July 2020, Bee-lieve Foundation is a registered UK charity dedicated to improving the emotional well-being and mental health of young people and their families.

The charity’s work is rooted in prevention, early intervention, and the belief that strong, connected communities can make a lasting difference.

Their vision: A future where children and young people are empowered to achieve positive emotional well-being and mental health.

Their mission: To educate and empower young people with the knowledge, skills and strategies they need to navigate today’s world with resilience and confidence, helping to prevent difficulties from escalating and enabling them to thrive, not just survive.

Bee-lieve works closely with schools, clubs, parents and professional partners to deliver teaching programmes, whole-staff training, early-intervention therapies and workshops.

By breaking down barriers and challenging stigma through open conversation, they help ensure young people feel confident seeking support when they need it most.

One of their most important initiatives is ‘Make a Difference for Molly’, a flagship programme for 2026.

Created in memory of Molly, a much-loved young woman who tragically took her own life in 2023, aged just 21, the project is at the heart of everything they do.

“Molly was funny, kind and creative, lighting up every room she entered, yet she struggled with her mental health for many years. Her legacy drives our determination to ensure other families don’t face the same heartbreak.”

‘The Molly Project’ brings schools, families and communities together to create safe, supportive spaces where young people feel seen, heard and valued.

The pilot programme across Woking and northwest Surrey is already supporting over 450 school staff and more than 4,000 young people and their families.

As a not-for-profit organisation, their work relies entirely on the generosity of the wider community. Donations of any size make a real difference.

In 2026, Bee-lieve will once again take part in the Woking Lions Martian Race on June 21st – to run for Team Bee-lieve sign up at: go.wokinglions.org.uk/bee-lieve.

“Bee-lieve isn’t just a name, it’s our story, our symbol and our promise to future generations.”

Find out more at beelievefoundation.co.uk

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