Together we can make a difference
To encourage young people to speak openly about mental health, give them the confidence to seek help, and equip them to enhance their mental health and wellbeing. Find out more about Charlie.
About us
The CWF was established after Charlie Watkins tragically took his own life in March 2017 at just 22. Charlie’s challenge with mental health is just one example of many young people who are facing mental health challenges today.
Our support
All funds raised through the CWF support charities and initiatives whose primary focus is to assist young people to overcome their challenges and to have better mental health.
Get involved
There are plenty of ways for you to volunteer your time to the CWF. All the money you raise goes directly to support young people across the UK to overcome their mental health challenges.
Transition Guides
The Charlie Watkins Foundation has worked in partnership with the Charlie Waller Trust to produce a range of Transition Guides to support young people as they head off to university.
Upcoming events
The Charlie Watkins Foundation hosts, supports and participates in a wide range of charity events. Take a look at what’s coming up.
Projects
The Charlie Watkins Foundation is currently working with a number of organisations to provide help and support to young people across the UK.
Radley Troy
Our latest Charlie Watkins Foundation ambassador
Radley lives and works in London in the insurance market. An keen, but all be it average, sportsman Radley enjoys any outdoor pursuit with a particular enjoyment for long distance hiking and recently embarked on a 5 month 2,655-mile self-supported hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, raising funds and awareness for the Charlie Watkins Foundation.
Radley met Charlie at university, sharing halls in their first year and continuing a close friendship on and off the rugby pitch throughout their time in York.