About
us
Our
Story
Cayr Charity emerged from a recognition that effective health promotion requires both systematic understanding and creative approaches. Founded in 2024, we bridge the gap between public health and creative intervention, pioneering new approaches to health promotion that are both evidence-based and engaging. Our unique position at the intersection of creative practice and public health enables us to develop innovative solutions to longstanding healthcare challenges. Through our NHS CORE20PLUS5 Ambassador leadership programme, we're actively shaping the future of creative health interventions in the UK.
Our
Vision
To transform public health promotion through creative engagement, enabling communities to experience better health outcomes through accessible, engaging, and evidence-based interventions.
Our
Values
Pioneering
Spirit
Working in Creative Health by combining approaches with established healthcare frameworks.
Collaborative
Approach
Building bridges between health and creative sectors to maximise impact.
Evidence-Based
Practice
Grounding our work in NHS frameworks and robust impact measurement to ensure meaningful outcomes.
Inclusive
Engagement
Ensuring creative health interventions are accessible to all communities.
Nurturing
Growth
Supporting sector development through mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Strategic
Focus
Addressing systemic health inequalities through targeted creative interventions.
Strategic
Context
Our work aligns with and supports several key developments in UK healthcare:
The growing integration of social prescribing within the NHS
Increased focus on community-based healthcare initiatives
The shift towards participatory healthcare
Enhanced recognition of health inequalities
Evolution of preventative healthcare approaches
Growing evidence base for creativity's role in wellbeing
Our
team
and
trustees
Hannah Thomas Founder
Hannah is the CEO of Cayr Charity and a specialist in fundraising, creative health, and arts leadership. She has extensive experience in project management, trust and foundation fundraising, and strategic development, working with arts organisations, charities, and cultural institutions.
Dayna Jeynes
Core team
Dayna is a freelance project manager and company co-ordinator for creative organisations as well as a travel professional organising luxury travel plans and providing mentorship on building online travel businesses.
Natalie Clarke
Freelancer
Nat is a freelance Producer, from large-scale public festivals, to small community projects, Nat has a long history producing events, with and for, diverse communities.
She’s worked with the GLA, G&DIF, Watford Council, UEFA and Internationally as well as co-producing her own theatre festival ‘ Paint the Town’ in Medway, Kent.
Pete Nickless
Freelancer
Pete works as a freelance musician and coder. As a musician, Pete works across multiple disciplines and has extensive experience as a performer and a composer. Pete is training to be a music therapist and is currently working one-to-one with young people with Autism and co-facilitating group-work with a drama therapist.
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Matt Reeves
Freelancer
Matt is a freelance Scenic Artist, Illustrator and Designer with extensive experience in Film, Theatre and Mural Painting. Matt relishes the collaborative challenges of Public Arts projects and has a passion for promoting the creative in day-to-day life.
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George Petrakis
Trustee
George is a People & Culture Leader with experience in various sectors - from Media and Education to Financial Services. In his current role, he looks after the People & Culture at the men's healthtech Numan. He brings lots of energy and experience and loves a new challenge.
Adam Rumke
Trustee
Adam brings experience across the nonprofit, technology, and design sectors. As a Chief of Staff and Associate of the Chief of Staff Association, he supports Founders and CEOs. Passionate about the creative industries, Adam advocates for the arts’ impact and aims to drive systemic change as a Cayr Charity trustee.
Tima Jam
Trustee
Tima is an entrepreneur with expertise in the art industry. With over 20 years of experience working closely with artists, galleries, museums, and foundations, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the global art and luxury industry. She is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and the transformative power of art.
Mike Thurogood
Trustee
Mike is a B2B marketing expert with deep experience in the Life Sciences sector. Based in Manchester, he specialises in growth initiatives and strategic marketing. Passionate about arts and health, Mike brings his expertise to Cayr Charity as a trustee, supporting its mission to drive meaningful impact.
We are
grateful
for the
support
of
We are grateful for the support of our funders, including those who wish to remain anonymous.
We are
grateful
for the
support
of
We are grateful for the support of our funders, including those who wish to remain anonymous.
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FAQs
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Cayr Charity bridges the gap between public health and creativity. We design and deliver creative health programmes, mentor practitioners, and contribute to research that strengthens the role of creativity in healthcare.
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Creative health uses arts, culture, and creativity to improve physical and mental wellbeing. It includes activities like poetry, photography, movement, and music to support public health priorities.
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We align our work with NHS England’s CORE20PLUS5 framework, supporting communities most affected by health inequalities.
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You can support us by donating, volunteering, or partnering with us. Visit our Get Involved page to learn more.
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Yes! We’re always looking for volunteers, from project support to governance roles like trustees. Get in touch at admin@cayrcharity.org.uk to learn more.
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Yes! We provide training and workshops for healthcare staff, equipping them with creative tools to enhance patient care.
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Our projects take place across the UK, both in-person and online. Locations vary depending on the programme.