Six month recap

03/11/2025

Six Months of Impact: Thank You for Being Part of It!
What a journey it’s been! In just six months, Mental Fortitude has grown from a vision into a thriving, supportive community — and it’s all thanks to you.
Here’s what we’ve achieved together:
🧵 6 Leather Skills Workshops
🎨 2 Arts & Crafts Events
🤝 3 Community Engagement Events
🎨 Painted a Veteran’s Living Room
💸 Supported a Veteran in Financial Difficulty
🧠 Referral to Op Courage
💼 Awarded 3 Grants
💷 Raised £1,181 to fund free events for veterans and their families
The community we’re building is incredible — full of heart, resilience, and purpose. Whether you’ve attended an event, volunteered your time, or simply cheered us on, thank you for being part of this journey.
Here’s to the next chapter — more workshops, more connection, and more lives changed.

Leather Bag making with Jo Heard
Leather Bag making with Jo Heard

Veterans embraced the art of leather craftsmanship through a subsidised bag‑making course delivered in partnership with Walsall Leather Skills Centre, Mental Fortitude, and expert maker Jo Heard. This hands‑on programme empowered participants with new skills, confidence, and a pathway into traditional leatherwork.

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November Leather Workshop
November Leather Workshop

We hosted another fantastic Veteran Leather Skills session a day of creativity, camaraderie, and craftsmanship. We were deeply honoured to welcome Walsall’s Mayor, Louise Harrison, whose presence made the occasion even more special. From stitching to storytelling, it...

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Sep Leather craft
Sep Leather craft

Leather, Laughter, and Learning: Veterans Crafting Confidence Last weekend’s veteran leathercraft session was a powerful reminder of what hands-on creativity can unlock. From hesitant first stitches to beautifully finished belts and pouches, the progress was...

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