Honiton students raise over £600 for young people's mental health charity

Sixth Form students at Honiton Community College have raised a whooping £600 (and counting) for the Young Minds charity, as part of National Mental Health Awareness Day.

A spokesperson for Honiton Sixth Form said: "The college literally 'shone' with all of the yellow that was being worn last week when we raised both awareness and money for Young Minds.

"Donations are still being collected, but we are close to the £650 mark, which will make a huge difference to the charity and for young people that need help and support with their mental health and wellbeing.

"The non-uniform day was organised by students for a cause that they consider to be hugely important.

"Young Minds aim to lead the way for a future where all young minds are supported and empowered, whatever the challenges.

"They help to make sure young people get the best possible mental health support and have the resilience to overcome life's difficulties.

"The crisis in children and young people's mental health is real and it is urgent.

"More children and young people than ever before are reaching out for help with their mental health. But for those who take that brave step, help is much too hard to find."