Bringing a Message of Hope to Basingstoke
We are honoured to be hosting the Baton of Hope in Basingstoke on Thursday, 25th September 2025, as part of the national Baton of Hope UK campaign. It’s the UK’s largest suicide prevention initiative to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and start the conversation across the country.
What is the Baton of Hope?
The Baton of Hope symbolises our collective commitment to ending the silence around suicide.
Connection
Bringing people together to break the silence around suicide
Hope
Creating a vision of a zero-suicide society where everyone can access the support they need
Action
Mobilising communities to take practical steps toward prevention
Journey
Each location hosts community events, training sessions, and awareness campaigns, creating lasting impact long after the baton continues its journey
Remembrance
Honouring those lost to suicide and supporting survivors
Listen...
Marie shares the story behind the Baton of Hope – a national campaign raising awareness around suicide prevention and mental health – and details the exciting plans for Basingstoke’s role in the 2025 UK-wide Baton of Hope Tour.
How You Can Get Involved
Join us on the day
- Attend events along the route
- Participate in remembrance activities
- Access support and information
- Show solidarity by wearing the Baton of Hope colours
Volunteer
- Event stewards needed at all locations
- Mental Health First Aiders welcome to support the day
- Logistics and setup assistance required
Fundraise
- Organize a sponsored walk or run
- Host a community quiz night, bake sale or coffee morning
- Create a workplace challenge
- Donate to our GoFundMe Page
Represent your Organisation
- Information stands available at all stops
- Opportunity to showcase your support services
- Opportunity to showcase your support services
- Build new partnerships for ongoing collaboration
Contribute Resources
We particularly need support with:
- Printing materials and signage
- PA systems for each location
- Transportation between stops
- Refreshments for volunteers
Our Why
Why This Matters
Every year in the UK, approximately 5,000 people die by suicide; that’s one person every two hours. Behind each statistic is a person, a family, and a community forever changed. In Hampshire:
15%
Suicide rates have increased by 15% in the past five years
3X
Men are three times more likely to die by suicide than women
18-25
Young people aged 18-25 are particularly vulnerable
The Baton of Hope event creates space for crucial conversations that save lives and build lasting networks of support in communities like ours.
Ways to Make an Impact
Become a Super Sponsor
Support this life-saving event and raise your organisation’s profile as a true mental health advocate. Sponsorship packages include:
£2,500
Hope Champion
- Primary logo placement on all event materials
- Speaking opportunity at launch event
- Recognition in all media coverage
- Dedicated social media spotlight
- Staff wellbeing workshop for your organization
£1,000
Hope Supporter
- Logo on event program and website
- Recognition at all stop locations
- Social media mentions
- Invitation to VIP reception
£500
Hope Friend
- Listing in event program
- Website acknowledgment
- Social media thank you post
All funds raised will support the Basingstoke event, with any remainder donated to the national Baton of Hope charity to further their vital work in suicide prevention.
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Contact Us
Ready to help bring hope to Basingstoke? Get in touch with our dedicated team.
Together, we can create a community where everyone feels supported, where no one suffers in silence, and where hope grows. It’s time to start the conversation.
