Mental health is an area of personal wellbeing that is frequently misunderstood
and many times it is also considered a stigma that is avoided. We might have at
some point even given a passing thought about being part of something bigger,
about making a difference or about contributing in some significant manner in this
important aspect of society; I have surely been in that position myself. To quote
Gandhi, “The simplest acts of kindness are by far more powerful than a thousand
heads bowing in prayer.” In my view mental health has been generally overlooked,
poorly understood, but unfortunately widely experienced.

For me, cycling is not just a means to maintaining and improving fitness, but also
about exploring new areas, a sense of adventure when getting lost, connecting with and spending time with like-minded folks, taking a break from work related
conversations and ofcourse coffee. Sometimes, it can also be a means to
experience solitude, a kind of meditation where it’s just yourself.
I believe everyone suffers some kind of mental health issues at some point, and it
is important to create awareness so that we all learn to recognize and
acknowledge it in ourselves as well as in others, and to ensure that an episode
does not become chronic and life degrading. This event is an opportunity for me to
put my thoughts into actions that makes it that much more relevant to the cause;
it’s never too late and we have to begin somewhere.

– Bhooshan

About Mental Health Film Festival Singapore

MHFFS is a registered charity that conducts outreach events to raise awareness for people in Singapore to provide an inclusive and safe platform for stories about mental health. Through these programmes we hope to encourage early help- seeking. We have run 3 Mental Health Film Festivals, an inaugural roadshow in 2023, satellite events with various schools, corporates and community clubs and 3 Short Film Youth Competitions.

This year, MHFFS wants to utilize sports and engaging activities to create an informal environment that encourages open interaction and communication, fostering an atmosphere conducive to discussing mental health, a key pillar to what we do as an organization. By embracing physical activity, we aim to foster a community that supports mental wellness while challenging the negative perceptions associated with mental health.

With your support, we believe a little goes a long way in making a difference in the mental health landscape.

About Ray of Hope

100% of your donations through Ray of Hope goes to people in need. We do not take a cut from the funds. We even cover the 3rd party credit card charges, if you choose not to, that other crowdfunding platforms deduct from your donation for campaigns.

100% of all campaigns are also fully verified, so you know your funds goes to real people with real needs.

We take donor accountability very seriously – with yearly audited accounts and strong governance in place to ensure that your donations is properly channeled to the beneficiaries.

Ray of Hope is Singapore’s only crowdfunding charity. We are a registered charity and a member of the National Council of Social Service.