A Just Giving page had been launched in memory of former Wokingham Town footballer Callum Lochhead, who passed away last week.
At the time of writing (Tuesday morning), more than £4,300 had been pledged by more than 160 people.
The club is also planning to ask for donations at its match on Saturday afternoon.
The author of the petition wrote: “Callum was so happy, busy, kind, funny, sociable and sporty, and he loved life and lived it to the full, until anxiety and depression took hold in the summer of 2025.
“As a family, we contacted Papyrus several times during the months when Callum was unwell.
“They provide support to individuals who are struggling, as well as to the people who are trying to support them.
PAPYRUS is the national charity for the Prevention of Young Suicide.
Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under the age of 35 in the UK, every year over 1,800 young people take their own lives.
PAPYRUS provides confidential support and advice to young people struggling with thoughts of suicide, and anyone worried about a young person through their helpline, Every £15 raised can contribute towards a life-saving contact to HOPELINE247.
PAPYRUS is the national charity for the prevention of young suicide. It runs HOPELINE247 AT 0800 068 4141, a freephone confidential helpline staffed by trained professionals who give advice, support and information to anyone who is feeling suicidal, or concerned that a young person they know may be at risk.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/callumlochhead?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
