London, 11 December 2025 – A sold-out event at the Bronx Boxing Club in Camberwell on 6th December 2025 saw the community come together for an evening of boxing and powerful messages of early intervention. The event, titled “Check In On a Mate Fight Night”, was hosted by mental health and suicide-prevention charity Check In On a Mate and raised over £13,000 in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention across the UK.
The event, which sold more than 500 tickets, brought together communities from across London for an evening centered on awareness, early intervention, and the life-saving power of checking in on one another. Over 80% of the volunteer fighters stepped into the ring for the first time, showcasing bravery and solidarity in support of the charity’s mission.
Founded by Patrick McLintock and supported by trustee Sebastian White, Check In On a Mate was created after the tragic loss of two close friends from Marlborough College to suicide in 2021. The charity exists to tackle the silence and stigma surrounding mental health, particularly among young people, by encouraging honest conversations and teaching practical tools to recognize warning signs.
Since its establishment, Check In On a Mate has been working closely with Marlborough College, delivering talks and preparing long-term workshops aimed at helping young people develop the confidence to support each other before reaching a crisis point.
The event was delivered in partnership with Bronx Boxing Club, founded by Marnie Swindells, winner of The Apprentice 2023, with Lord Sugar as a director and investor. The club provided the venue, coaching environment, and community platform that made the night possible. Major sponsors included Sidemen Vodka, Red Bull, and contributions from Sir Tim Rice, who donated The Lion King West End tickets to support the fundraising efforts.
Founder of Check In On a Mate, Patrick McLintock, said, “Check In On a Mate began as a simple thought. I just wanted to help people talk more openly about mental health and suicide prevention. I never expected it to grow the way it has. What it has become is a real call to action. It encourages all of us to look after ourselves and the people around us by asking one very honest question. How have we really been?”
McLintock continued, “I am genuinely excited about where CIOAM is going. The potential to make a real difference feels stronger every day. Our aim is very clear. We want people to feel comfortable talking about how they really feel, long before they reach a crisis point. The money we raise will support awareness campaigns and will help us bring mental health education to schools and universities through partners such as Mental Health First Aid England.”
Sebastian White, Trustee, said, “Patrick and I met at Marlborough College, where we also shared friendships with the two mates we tragically lost in 2021. Their memories are the driving force behind everything we do. Seeing more than 500 people come together in their honor – to champion openness, connection and early intervention – was incredibly moving.”
White added, “Thanks to everyone who contributed, the funds raised will help us expand our workshops and bring vital mental-health education into more schools, gyms, and community spaces across the UK, ensuring that no young person faces their struggles alone.”
Money raised from the fight night will fund Mental Health First Aid workshops, awareness campaigns and sports-based events across the UK, educational initiatives including school workshops and peer-support training, and the expansion of community-led events encouraging people to “check in” before moments of crisis.
For more information, please contact Check In On a Mate at checkinonamate@outlook.com or visit their website and social media pages at https://www.instagram.com/checkinonamate/.
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