A few words from our founders.
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"Ned was my third son of four wonderful children. He was remarkable. Ned's Fund has evolved from tragedy, but my hope is to help as many young adults as I can. May his soul always face the sun."

Jo Marsden
(Ned's mum)

"Adolescence is  a continually changing state and it can be bewildering. Young adults need to find that thing that  feels like a good direction to take, to connect their talents to something tangible - a purpose. The point of Ned's Fund is to help people  to avoid pointlessness."

Jonathan Marsden
(Ned's uncle)

​"Ned, my Godson, had so much to contribute to the world but left it tragically early. I am delighted to be playing my part in helping young people, like Ned, who are struggling to find their way in life. We want to assist as many as possible discover their right path to fulfilment and happiness."
​James Rapp
(Ned's godfather)

"In over 35 Years in Palliative Medicine, I have witnessed most aspects of grief and bereavement. The loss of a young life through suicide is one of the most devastating, affecting families and friends for the rest of their lives. We were very close to Ned, who was my son's best friend. He lit up our lives and hopefully his legacy will help others for many years."
Dr. Peter N. Hargreaves, MBchB, MRCGP
(Consultant in Palliative Medicine, Ret'd)

"Ned was very close to my heart, having been one of my brother’s best friends. He was a very special soul that was taken from us too soon. I am so honoured to be able to help with Ned’s fund and raise awareness for such an important cause.   "
Izzie Hargreaves
(Marketing Executive, Beano Studios)

"As a parish priest, nothing saddens me more than the loss of life when something could have been done to support or help. My passion is to fight for and prevent the loss of young lives when so much more could be done to help - I commit my life and support to this."
Rev. Derek Welsman
(Vicar of St. Mary's Church, West Sussex)

"I was delighted when Jo asked me to help with Ned's Fund."

Johnny Graham
(Former content & social media manager)