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"Having someone to talk to who was completely interested and helped me get out of the house and try new things really changed how I felt."

This is the difference you could make by volunteering with us and mentoring a young person for a couple of hours a week. By listening and exploring activities you both enjoy, you could be the best part of a young person's week, helping them see themselves and their future in a new light.

Your support makes a world of difference

As a small charity, we’re seeing rising demand from young people who need support - at the same time as funding becomes harder to find. That’s why every bit of help - whether you give time, energy or a donation - makes a genuine difference.

The need for our work

Nearly 1 in 5 (19%) of children in B&NES live in poverty

Five B&NES wards are among the 20% most deprived in the UK. Nearly half of our young people live in these areas

Some local wards experience significant difficulties

Whiteway West & Fox Hill North are in the lowest 10% for Education, Skills and Training nationally. Whiteway is in the bottom 1%.

B&NES ranks 146 out of 150 English local authorities

B&NES ranks 146 out of 150 English local authorities for the size of its attainment gap between children on free school meals and others

Read our mentees' stories – a powerful reminder of how your support makes a difference.

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