Contact Us

Get in Touch

We welcome every message, every question, and every conversation. Whether you need support, want to collaborate, or simply wish to connect, the Manuel Papilson Foundation is here for you.


Primary Contact:
Name: Samba Papilson
Role: Founder & Director
Email:
info@talkingbench.org.uk
Phone:
07498571777
Office Location: Sutton, Surrey
Service Area: UK-wide community programmes


Foundation Hours:
Monday - Friday: 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday: Community events only
Sunday: Closed

Standing with families, empowering young people, and strengthening
communities one conversation at a time.

Why People Contact Us

  • Bereavement support and emotional guidance
  • Mental health and wellbeing enquiries
  • Early childhood development programmes
  • Youth mentoring and intergenerational support
  • Community education and safeguarding
  • Fire safety awareness and home safety guidance
  • Talking Bench Initiative placements and partnerships
  • Grand Mentor Initiative participation
  • Charity partnerships and collaboration opportunities

Book To Talk

Book a free 1-hour slot to call and chat.

Whether you’d like some time to talk, share what’s on your mind, or simply have someone to listen, you’re welcome to book a session.

Available slots:

  • Fridays: 1pm–8pm
  • Saturdays: 10am–4pm

The sessions are completely free, but are open to contribution if you’d like to make a donation.

All contributions will go towards supporting our partner causes.

View our partner causes Go Fund Me

Reach Out

A Message from the Foundation

Every conversation matters. Every voice deserves to be heard.

When you reach out to us, you join a community built on dignity, courage, wisdom, and connection values inspired by Manuel's life and legacy.  We look forward to hearing from you and walking with you on your journey.

"How are you? No, really.... How are you?"