Helen Boddy
About Helen Boddy
Helen Boddy is the Head of Individual Giving & Legacies at Mind, a position she has held since 2020. She has extensive experience in fundraising and marketing, having previously worked for organizations such as ActionAid, British Heart Foundation, and Cancer Research UK.
Current Role at Mind
Helen Boddy serves as the Head of Individual Giving & Legacies at Mind, a mental health charity. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the organization's fundraising efforts and legacy programs. Her role involves developing strategies to enhance individual giving and managing relationships with donors to support Mind's mission.
Previous Experience in Fundraising
Before joining Mind, Helen Boddy held various roles in fundraising and marketing. She worked at ActionAid as the Head of Acquisition from 2016 to 2018, focusing on donor acquisition strategies. Additionally, she served at the British Heart Foundation in multiple capacities, including Interim Head of Individual Giving and Head of Individual Giving, where she managed fundraising initiatives.
Educational Background
Helen Boddy studied at the University of Birmingham, where she earned a degree in Medieval and Modern History with a 2.1 classification from 2005 to 2008. Prior to that, she attended Nonsuch High School for Girls, achieving A levels from 2003 to 2005, and Wallington High Schools for Girls from 1998 to 2003.
Career in Direct Marketing
Helen Boddy has extensive experience in direct marketing, particularly in the charity sector. She worked at Cancer Research UK (CRUK) in various roles, including Direct Marketing Executive and Direct Marketing Manager, from 2012 to 2016. Her responsibilities included developing and executing direct marketing campaigns to engage supporters and drive donations.
Experience in Arts Marketing
Helen began her career in the arts sector, working as a Marketing Trainee and later as a Marketing Assistant at the Philharmonia Orchestra from 2009 to 2011. She also served as a Marketing Coordinator at the London Philharmonic Orchestra from 2011 to 2012, where she contributed to marketing strategies and audience engagement initiatives.