We couldn’t do it without you!
From our specialist clubs and activities to our work supporting families, we couldn’t do it without you. For more than 65 years, we’ve ensured your donations help to improve the life experiences of people with learning disabilities across the Leeds area and each contribution really does make a difference. Help us continue to change lives and donate today, or find out how you can support us.
How can you help?Imagine if you could do something small that helps a lot of people
Imagine if….
Whether it’s partnering with us to make your workforce more inclusive, running a race to raise money, or building up the independence to go to the shops alone, imagine if we all did something life changing. So, if you want to work with us to engage and motivate your staff, are after a worthy cause for your next charity challenge or need specialist services in Leeds, you’re in the right place! Welcome to Leeds Mencap.
Read Kai’s story here.
It’s nothing like you imagine
Here at Leeds Mencap, we know having a learning disability is nothing like you imagine. We’re here to help children and young people find their place in their community, develop new valuable skills for the workplace and improve and enrich their life experiences. Thanks to your support, we’re reimagining what it means to have a learning disability.
Read Jim and Emily’s story here
If I can, you can
Through our specialist clubs and activities, children and young people with learning disabilities develop valuable new skills, build their independence and grow. Now it’s up to you. Whether it’s fundraising for us, becoming a partner and making your workplace more inclusive, or empowering yourself by volunteering, if I can, so can you.
Read Lora, Ben and Phoenix’s story here.
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Online entries for the Yorkshire Marathon 2020 are now open
Are you looking to make 2020 the year you do something amazing and feel great? If that sounds like you, we’ve got just the thing… It’s easy to see why the Yorkshire Marathon has been a sell-out every year since its 2013 launch. It’s one of Britain’s most popular marathons boasting… Read more -
June Newsletter
June NewsletterWe hope that you are all keeping well. This week is Learning Disability Week, we have details of how you can get involved and support Leeds Mencap, we have some news to update you on and more resources to share with you. New Website Launch! We are excited to be able to… Read more
Leeds Mencap News
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The Official Virtual Great North Run – Sunday 13 September 2020
Join us for the official Virtual Great North Run on Sunday 13 September. The virtual half marathon is free of charge to enter, regardless of whether you had a place in this year’s Great North Run. In return, organisers ask that… Read more -
Yorkshire Marathon – Sunday 18 October 2020
Are you looking to make 2020 the year you do something amazing and feel great? If that sounds like you, we’ve got just the thing… It’s easy to see why the Yorkshire Marathon has been a sell-out every year since… Read more
