The mission of Be More Elemie is to improve and protect the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children by increasing access to timely and appropriate mental health support.

Be More Elemie exists to address the significant delays faced by children and families in accessing mental health services, particularly in Sheffield, where waiting lists for support can extend for years. These delays disproportionately affect families who are unable to afford private therapy, leaving children without the urgent care they need at critical points in their development.

Be More Elemie seeks to bridge this gap by funding access to private mental health therapy and early intervention services for children whose families cannot afford to pay for treatment. By doing so, the charity aims to prevent deterioration in children’s mental health, reduce long-term harm, and promote positive outcomes for children and their families.

Be More Elemie is founded on the principle that access to mental health support should be fair and equitable, and that no child’s wellbeing should be determined by financial circumstance. Through its work, Be More Elemie strives to ensure that children are supported, valued, and able to receive help when it is needed most.