Monday May 18th 2026
Sarah Peacock from the Mark Williams Foundation with Richard Forsyth from NFU Mutual
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Liam Eunson
The Mark Williams Foundation has secured a generous £8,000 donation from NFU Mutual after being nominated for support through the organisation’s Agency Giving Fund.
The donation will directly support two of the Foundation’s flagship programmes, helping to create lasting impact for young people and families across the community.
Part of the funding will be used to support the investment challenge within the Foundation’s Entrepreneur Apprenticeship programme, providing aspiring young entrepreneurs with practical opportunities to develop business acumen, financial confidence and entrepreneurial skills through hands-on experience.
The donation will also help strengthen the Foundation’s Father Support Initiative by funding the training of volunteers who provide practical and emotional support to fathers, helping to strengthen family relationships and improve outcomes for children and parents alike.
Richard Forsyth, Senior Agent at NFU Mutual Borders, said: “We are proud to support the Mark Williams Foundation and the vital work it does to empower young entrepreneurs and strengthen family relationships, both in the Scottish Borders and beyond.
“The Foundation’s programmes create real, lasting impact by helping individuals build skills, resilience, and hope for the future. We are pleased to play a part in helping to deliver its mission.”
The Mark Williams Foundation expressed its sincere thanks to NFU Mutual and to those within the organisation who nominated the Foundation through the NFU Mutual Agency Giving Fund, recognising the importance of corporate partnerships in helping to expand its reach and deliver meaningful change.
Nicola Williams, Founder of The Mark Williams Foundation, said: “We are incredibly grateful to the NFU Mutual Borders agency for this generous support and for recognising the importance of investing in people and families. This donation will create meaningful opportunities for young people taking part in our Entrepreneur Apprenticeship programme, while also strengthening the support we can offer to fathers and families within our community. Partnerships like this help us turn potential into progress and create lasting change for the people who need it most.”
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