Ben The Automotive Charity
@benauto.bsky.social
Ben is the charity dedicated to supporting the people of the automotive industry.
If you work, or have worked in the automotive industry, we’re here for you.
Call our free and confidential helpline on 08081 311 333, or chat with us online via ben.org.uk
If you work, or have worked in the automotive industry, we’re here for you.
Call our free and confidential helpline on 08081 311 333, or chat with us online via ben.org.uk
Recent news and world events can feel heavy, and it’s understandable if everything starts to feel overwhelming.
When that happens, it’s okay to pause. You don’t have to carry it all at once. Here are some ways to help yourself https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
When that happens, it’s okay to pause. You don’t have to carry it all at once. Here are some ways to help yourself https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
January 30, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Recent news and world events can feel heavy, and it’s understandable if everything starts to feel overwhelming.
When that happens, it’s okay to pause. You don’t have to carry it all at once. Here are some ways to help yourself https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
When that happens, it’s okay to pause. You don’t have to carry it all at once. Here are some ways to help yourself https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/overwhelm/
Ben is here for those who are struggling with menopause. In fact, our FREE Coaching service helps people to cope with menopause symptoms – find out more here: https://bit.ly/493zOyB
January 29, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Ben is here for those who are struggling with menopause. In fact, our FREE Coaching service helps people to cope with menopause symptoms – find out more here: https://bit.ly/493zOyB
When Anna and her son faced money worries and homelessness, Ben was there.
Today, she feels stronger, safer and ready to move forward.
Here’s Anna’s story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/anna-s-story/
Today, she feels stronger, safer and ready to move forward.
Here’s Anna’s story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/anna-s-story/
January 28, 2026 at 6:53 PM
When Anna and her son faced money worries and homelessness, Ben was there.
Today, she feels stronger, safer and ready to move forward.
Here’s Anna’s story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/anna-s-story/
Today, she feels stronger, safer and ready to move forward.
Here’s Anna’s story: https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/stories-from-our-automotive-family/anna-s-story/
This is your last chance to take on the Chicago Marathon?
If you need a new challenge, a big goal or a reason to lace up your trainers, this could be it.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
If you need a new challenge, a big goal or a reason to lace up your trainers, this could be it.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
January 27, 2026 at 4:08 PM
This is your last chance to take on the Chicago Marathon?
If you need a new challenge, a big goal or a reason to lace up your trainers, this could be it.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
If you need a new challenge, a big goal or a reason to lace up your trainers, this could be it.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
Living costs have skyrocketed in recent years, which has left many more people in our industry struggling.
Last year, Ben helped the average household increase their income by £400/ month, supporting them to cover day to day essential costs.
If you need us, don’t delay.
Last year, Ben helped the average household increase their income by £400/ month, supporting them to cover day to day essential costs.
If you need us, don’t delay.
January 25, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Living costs have skyrocketed in recent years, which has left many more people in our industry struggling.
Last year, Ben helped the average household increase their income by £400/ month, supporting them to cover day to day essential costs.
If you need us, don’t delay.
Last year, Ben helped the average household increase their income by £400/ month, supporting them to cover day to day essential costs.
If you need us, don’t delay.
Money worries are one of the main reasons people ask us for support.
“Ben’s support means I am able to heal from my relationship breakdown and support my children again.”
If you are worried about money, get in touch so we can help you find a solution and feel more positive about life again.
“Ben’s support means I am able to heal from my relationship breakdown and support my children again.”
If you are worried about money, get in touch so we can help you find a solution and feel more positive about life again.
January 23, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Money worries are one of the main reasons people ask us for support.
“Ben’s support means I am able to heal from my relationship breakdown and support my children again.”
If you are worried about money, get in touch so we can help you find a solution and feel more positive about life again.
“Ben’s support means I am able to heal from my relationship breakdown and support my children again.”
If you are worried about money, get in touch so we can help you find a solution and feel more positive about life again.
Let’s make 2026 the year we all play our part.
Supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive people isn’t just Ben’s job - it’s everyone’s business.
Every action you take helps someone in our industry feel seen, supported and less alone.
Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
Supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive people isn’t just Ben’s job - it’s everyone’s business.
Every action you take helps someone in our industry feel seen, supported and less alone.
Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
January 22, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Let’s make 2026 the year we all play our part.
Supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive people isn’t just Ben’s job - it’s everyone’s business.
Every action you take helps someone in our industry feel seen, supported and less alone.
Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
Supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive people isn’t just Ben’s job - it’s everyone’s business.
Every action you take helps someone in our industry feel seen, supported and less alone.
Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
Worried about how to cover your bills or council tax? Struggling to keep the heat on in your home? You’re not alone.
To find out more about financial support from Ben, visit…
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
To find out more about financial support from Ben, visit…
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
January 21, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Worried about how to cover your bills or council tax? Struggling to keep the heat on in your home? You’re not alone.
To find out more about financial support from Ben, visit…
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
To find out more about financial support from Ben, visit…
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
🏅 What’s your challenge for 2026?
Whether it’s running, cycling, hiking, baking, climbing, swimming or something totally unique - Do It 4 Ben this year and help support automotive families in crisis.
👉 Find your challenge: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
Whether it’s running, cycling, hiking, baking, climbing, swimming or something totally unique - Do It 4 Ben this year and help support automotive families in crisis.
👉 Find your challenge: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
January 20, 2026 at 4:07 PM
🏅 What’s your challenge for 2026?
Whether it’s running, cycling, hiking, baking, climbing, swimming or something totally unique - Do It 4 Ben this year and help support automotive families in crisis.
👉 Find your challenge: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
Whether it’s running, cycling, hiking, baking, climbing, swimming or something totally unique - Do It 4 Ben this year and help support automotive families in crisis.
👉 Find your challenge: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
If you’re worried about money, are feeling overwhelmed or need a bit of support, Ben is here to help.
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333 / www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
🧠 Online money worries programme: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#BlueMonday
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333 / www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
🧠 Online money worries programme: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#BlueMonday
January 19, 2026 at 3:52 PM
If you’re worried about money, are feeling overwhelmed or need a bit of support, Ben is here to help.
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333 / www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
🧠 Online money worries programme: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#BlueMonday
💬 Online support: www.ben.org.uk/money
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333 / www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
🧠 Online money worries programme: www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
#BlueMonday
📩 Support your workforce by signing up to Ben’s employer newsletter
If you are a CEO, leader, manager or are responsible for HR, wellbeing, internal comms, marketing or any other ‘people’ initiatives in your organisation, this is for you.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
If you are a CEO, leader, manager or are responsible for HR, wellbeing, internal comms, marketing or any other ‘people’ initiatives in your organisation, this is for you.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
January 16, 2026 at 3:57 PM
📩 Support your workforce by signing up to Ben’s employer newsletter
If you are a CEO, leader, manager or are responsible for HR, wellbeing, internal comms, marketing or any other ‘people’ initiatives in your organisation, this is for you.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
If you are a CEO, leader, manager or are responsible for HR, wellbeing, internal comms, marketing or any other ‘people’ initiatives in your organisation, this is for you.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/employersignup
Menopause doesn’t just affect the person going through it – it can impact family, friends, colleagues, teams and whole workplaces.
👉 Find out more and book Menopause Awareness training:
https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/menopause-awareness-training/
👉 Find out more and book Menopause Awareness training:
https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/menopause-awareness-training/
January 12, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Menopause doesn’t just affect the person going through it – it can impact family, friends, colleagues, teams and whole workplaces.
👉 Find out more and book Menopause Awareness training:
https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/menopause-awareness-training/
👉 Find out more and book Menopause Awareness training:
https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-my-business/training/menopause-awareness-training/
In 2026, Team Ben is heading to one of the world’s most iconic running events - and we have just 3 places available.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
January 7, 2026 at 7:42 PM
In 2026, Team Ben is heading to one of the world’s most iconic running events - and we have just 3 places available.
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
👉 Enter our ballot here: https://ben.org.uk/get-involved/do-it-4-ben/running/chicago-marathon/
📩 Start 2026 with support in your inbox.
If you’re setting goals this year or simply want to look after your wellbeing, our free Tips, advice & tools emails are a great place to start.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
📣 Share with your colleagues or team
If you’re setting goals this year or simply want to look after your wellbeing, our free Tips, advice & tools emails are a great place to start.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
📣 Share with your colleagues or team
January 6, 2026 at 3:47 PM
📩 Start 2026 with support in your inbox.
If you’re setting goals this year or simply want to look after your wellbeing, our free Tips, advice & tools emails are a great place to start.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
📣 Share with your colleagues or team
If you’re setting goals this year or simply want to look after your wellbeing, our free Tips, advice & tools emails are a great place to start.
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
📣 Share with your colleagues or team
The start of a new year doesn’t mean instant pressure to achieve everything at once, take it at your own pace.
If you're finding things difficult we're here
🧠 Digital wellbeing support www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
📧 Sign up for tips and tools www.ben.org.uk/signup
💡Coaching www.ben.org.uk/coaching
If you're finding things difficult we're here
🧠 Digital wellbeing support www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
📧 Sign up for tips and tools www.ben.org.uk/signup
💡Coaching www.ben.org.uk/coaching
January 3, 2026 at 3:54 PM
The start of a new year doesn’t mean instant pressure to achieve everything at once, take it at your own pace.
If you're finding things difficult we're here
🧠 Digital wellbeing support www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
📧 Sign up for tips and tools www.ben.org.uk/signup
💡Coaching www.ben.org.uk/coaching
If you're finding things difficult we're here
🧠 Digital wellbeing support www.ben.org.uk/silvercloud
📧 Sign up for tips and tools www.ben.org.uk/signup
💡Coaching www.ben.org.uk/coaching
🧡 Thank you for standing with us in 2025.
This year, your support has helped us reach thousands of automotive people facing crisis.
As we head into 2026, the need for our support remains high - but so does the strength of our automotive community.
This year, your support has helped us reach thousands of automotive people facing crisis.
As we head into 2026, the need for our support remains high - but so does the strength of our automotive community.
December 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
🧡 Thank you for standing with us in 2025.
This year, your support has helped us reach thousands of automotive people facing crisis.
As we head into 2026, the need for our support remains high - but so does the strength of our automotive community.
This year, your support has helped us reach thousands of automotive people facing crisis.
As we head into 2026, the need for our support remains high - but so does the strength of our automotive community.
🏅 Ready for a new year challenge?
If you’re planning your goals for 2026, why not make one of them supporting your automotive family?
👉 Get involved: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
📣 Tag a friend or colleague you’d take on a challenge with!
#DoIt4Ben #FundraisingForGood #AutomotiveFamily
If you’re planning your goals for 2026, why not make one of them supporting your automotive family?
👉 Get involved: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
📣 Tag a friend or colleague you’d take on a challenge with!
#DoIt4Ben #FundraisingForGood #AutomotiveFamily
December 29, 2025 at 3:48 PM
🏅 Ready for a new year challenge?
If you’re planning your goals for 2026, why not make one of them supporting your automotive family?
👉 Get involved: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
📣 Tag a friend or colleague you’d take on a challenge with!
#DoIt4Ben #FundraisingForGood #AutomotiveFamily
If you’re planning your goals for 2026, why not make one of them supporting your automotive family?
👉 Get involved: www.ben.org.uk/doit4ben
📣 Tag a friend or colleague you’d take on a challenge with!
#DoIt4Ben #FundraisingForGood #AutomotiveFamily
Looking after yourself starts with small steps. Our free tips, advice & tools email gives you:
✔ Practical wellbeing guidance
✔ Support for stress, money worries, & more
✔ Helpful articles direct to your inbox
✔ Tools to help you look after your health
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
✔ Practical wellbeing guidance
✔ Support for stress, money worries, & more
✔ Helpful articles direct to your inbox
✔ Tools to help you look after your health
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
December 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Looking after yourself starts with small steps. Our free tips, advice & tools email gives you:
✔ Practical wellbeing guidance
✔ Support for stress, money worries, & more
✔ Helpful articles direct to your inbox
✔ Tools to help you look after your health
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
✔ Practical wellbeing guidance
✔ Support for stress, money worries, & more
✔ Helpful articles direct to your inbox
✔ Tools to help you look after your health
👉 Sign up today: www.ben.org.uk/signup
The festive season can be full of pressure - emotionally, financially and mentally. While many people are celebrating, others may be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, lonely or worried about the days ahead.
📞 Call our free & confidential helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Chat with us: www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
📞 Call our free & confidential helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Chat with us: www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
December 25, 2025 at 4:48 PM
The festive season can be full of pressure - emotionally, financially and mentally. While many people are celebrating, others may be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, lonely or worried about the days ahead.
📞 Call our free & confidential helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Chat with us: www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
📞 Call our free & confidential helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Chat with us: www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
Our team is here for you over the festive period - here are our opening times:
Christmas Eve (24th): 8am–4pm
Christmas Day (25th): Closed
Boxing Day (26th): Closed
27th–28th: Closed
29th–30th: 8am–8pm
New Year’s Eve (31st): 8am–5.30pm
New Year’s Day (1st): Closed
2nd January onwards: 8am–8pm
Christmas Eve (24th): 8am–4pm
Christmas Day (25th): Closed
Boxing Day (26th): Closed
27th–28th: Closed
29th–30th: 8am–8pm
New Year’s Eve (31st): 8am–5.30pm
New Year’s Day (1st): Closed
2nd January onwards: 8am–8pm
December 23, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Our team is here for you over the festive period - here are our opening times:
Christmas Eve (24th): 8am–4pm
Christmas Day (25th): Closed
Boxing Day (26th): Closed
27th–28th: Closed
29th–30th: 8am–8pm
New Year’s Eve (31st): 8am–5.30pm
New Year’s Day (1st): Closed
2nd January onwards: 8am–8pm
Christmas Eve (24th): 8am–4pm
Christmas Day (25th): Closed
Boxing Day (26th): Closed
27th–28th: Closed
29th–30th: 8am–8pm
New Year’s Eve (31st): 8am–5.30pm
New Year’s Day (1st): Closed
2nd January onwards: 8am–8pm
Thank you for making Christmas Jumper Day amazing! From sparkling sweaters to the funniest festive knits we’ve ever seen - this year’s Christmas Jumper Day was bursting with colour, fun and generosity.
Together you've helped us raise £5159.00 SO FAR!
Together you've helped us raise £5159.00 SO FAR!
December 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Thank you for making Christmas Jumper Day amazing! From sparkling sweaters to the funniest festive knits we’ve ever seen - this year’s Christmas Jumper Day was bursting with colour, fun and generosity.
Together you've helped us raise £5159.00 SO FAR!
Together you've helped us raise £5159.00 SO FAR!
Wellbeing in this industry is everyone’s business.
Whether you’re an individual, a business or a team, there are so many ways you can support Ben and help us be there for automotive people who are struggling.
👉 Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
Whether you’re an individual, a business or a team, there are so many ways you can support Ben and help us be there for automotive people who are struggling.
👉 Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
December 21, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Wellbeing in this industry is everyone’s business.
Whether you’re an individual, a business or a team, there are so many ways you can support Ben and help us be there for automotive people who are struggling.
👉 Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
Whether you’re an individual, a business or a team, there are so many ways you can support Ben and help us be there for automotive people who are struggling.
👉 Find out how to support Ben: www.ben.org.uk/supportben
The festive season can be joyful, but it can also bring pressure, loneliness, financial strain and emotional overwhelm.
Please remember: you are not alone, and Ben is here for you
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Online chat (Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm): www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
Please remember: you are not alone, and Ben is here for you
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Online chat (Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm): www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
December 20, 2025 at 4:14 PM
The festive season can be joyful, but it can also bring pressure, loneliness, financial strain and emotional overwhelm.
Please remember: you are not alone, and Ben is here for you
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Online chat (Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm): www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
Please remember: you are not alone, and Ben is here for you
📞 Helpline: 08081 311 333
💬 Online chat (Mon–Fri, 8am–8pm): www.ben.org.uk/gethelp
We’re inviting employers to partner with us to build happier, healthier and more resilient teams.
✔ Supporting your staff with specialist health and wellbeing services
✔ Creating a culture where your people feel valued and supported
Find out how to partner with Ben: www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus
✔ Supporting your staff with specialist health and wellbeing services
✔ Creating a culture where your people feel valued and supported
Find out how to partner with Ben: www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus
December 19, 2025 at 3:51 PM
We’re inviting employers to partner with us to build happier, healthier and more resilient teams.
✔ Supporting your staff with specialist health and wellbeing services
✔ Creating a culture where your people feel valued and supported
Find out how to partner with Ben: www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus
✔ Supporting your staff with specialist health and wellbeing services
✔ Creating a culture where your people feel valued and supported
Find out how to partner with Ben: www.ben.org.uk/partnerwithus
Stronger relationships = better health and wellbeing 🤝
Our Coaching for connection service can help you strengthen your relationships in all areas of your life.
Read more:👉 https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/coaching-for-connection-strengthening-relationships/
Our Coaching for connection service can help you strengthen your relationships in all areas of your life.
Read more:👉 https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/coaching-for-connection-strengthening-relationships/
December 18, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Stronger relationships = better health and wellbeing 🤝
Our Coaching for connection service can help you strengthen your relationships in all areas of your life.
Read more:👉 https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/coaching-for-connection-strengthening-relationships/
Our Coaching for connection service can help you strengthen your relationships in all areas of your life.
Read more:👉 https://ben.org.uk/how-we-help/for-me/articles/coaching-for-connection-strengthening-relationships/