Kent and Medway mental health charity invites community to help shape new identity

A charity dedicated to improving mental health and wellbeing across Kent and Medway is inviting local people to help shape its future by designing an icon for its new logo, following the launch of its new name.

The Kent and Medway Mental Health Charity, previously known as Health, Heart, Hope, has unveiled its new identity as it begins a new chapter supporting people living with severe mental illness, as well as their families, carers and communities.

Kirsty McInnes, Charity and Volunteers Lead at Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, said:
“Our new name gives us a clearer identity and helps explain who we are here for. We exist to make a real difference for people living with mental illness across Kent and Medway, whether that is through improving environments, funding wellbeing projects or supporting ideas that go beyond core NHS funding.

“We want local people to be part of this next chapter by helping shape our new identity. We are looking for a design that captures the values at the heart of our work, hope, care and connection. You do not need to be a professional designer; we want to hear from anyone who has a creative idea and wants to be part of our journey.”

To mark the rebrand, the charity is launching a design competition to create an icon for its new logo. The winning design will become part of the charity’s visual identity and reflect the work it does with people across Kent and Medway.

The competition is open to people of all ages and backgrounds, including artists, community groups, students and anyone who would like to share a creative idea. Designs can be submitted as digital files or clear sketches, but AI-generated designs will not be accepted. 

A judging panel made up of charity representatives, mental health professionals and members of the local community will review the entries and select the design that best represents the charity’s values and the people it supports. The creator of the winning design will be awarded with a £100 Amazon voucher.

Please read our full design brief and competition terms and conditions for details of how to submit an entry. The closing date for submissions is Monday 7 September.

The charity works alongside Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust to fund projects and initiatives that go beyond what NHS funding can provide. This includes improving care environments, supporting wellbeing activities, funding new ideas and creating opportunities that enhance the experiences of patients, families, carers and staff.

Established in 2022, the charity raises funds to support projects that promote recovery, improve wellbeing and provide additional support for people using mental health services.

The charity is encouraging people across Kent and Medway to get involved and help create a symbol that represents the positive difference mental health support can make.