Cyclists took part in a 26-mile race in aid of a beleaguered north-east mental health charity at the weekend.
Pillar Kincardine revealed last year that it had lost funding from Aberdeenshire Council and was struggling to keep going.
The Stonehaven organisation, which has provided backing to the north-east public for almost 30 years, has since asked for support from individuals to keep it going.
And on Saturday morning cyclists took part in a ride-out from the town to show their support.
The group of 47 gathered in at the Waterfront Café in Stonehaven to undertake a testing ride.
Another supporter pulled on running shoes to take on a five mile challenge to raise funds.
Wendy Brown, co-vice chairwoman of the charity, said she was delighted so many had shown support.
She said: “It was absolutely amazing. We had 47 cyclists taking part, which was a very good number for us.
“We have been given small grants to keep going and with this and other fundraising we hope it will be possible for Pillar Kincardine to be here in another 12 months. “The MSP Liam Kerr was one of the cyclists and the Scott Medical group had an ambulance there all day in case there was a casualty which fortunately there was not.
Mrs Brown said it was important the charity be able to carry on.
“In Stonehaven and the Mearns we are the only charity that deals with mental health,” she said.
“It is really vital that we continue to care for our members and that we continue to bring in funding.
“The whole town has got behind us and there was a real community spirit at the event.
“I would also like to thank all the staff at the Waterfront Cafe for hosting the event.”