KFC Youth Foundation

New Youth Hub supporting 3,000 young people in Middlesbrough! 🤩 PCC Matt Storey was recently invited to the opening of a new permanent youth hub - thanks to the KFC Youth Foundation. The Newport site provides young people with an inclusive, safe space to learn, grow, meet friends and access support from youth workers. Through partnerships with inspiring organisations and mentors, the hub aims to close this gap by providing role models, new experiences and development opportunities to young people. Featuring a wellbeing room and kitchen, young people can take part in a range of programmes and learn new skills such as barista training and podcasting ☕ 🎧 A fantastic way of supporting young people in Cleveland! 👏

🌟 Middlesbrough WE ARE OPEN!🌟 What a welcome the KFCYF had in Middlesbrough last week as we opened the doors to our first place-based Youth Hub! To celebrate, we hosted not one but two events to welcome young people from the local area to explore all the new space has to offer. Rt Hon Andy McDonald MP for Middlesbrough and Thornaby East even joined us to cut the ribbon. We’re so excited to work with the local community to help the young people of Middlesbrough reach their full potential. Find out more about the new Hub and the team are making a positive impact👉 https://lnkd.in/eyDWyuNf #KFCYF #Middlesbrough #CommunityImpact #YouthPrograms #YouthClubs #YouthDevelopment

🌟 We’re so proud to be part of the incredible MicDrop competition! At KFC Youth Foundation, we believe in empowering the next generation of creatives, and this competition is a fantastic opportunity for young people in Tees Valley to develop their podcasting skills with the best in the business. 🎙️✨ Together with Bauer Media Group, and the amazing Tyler West, we're thrilled to offer participants an exclusive chance to learn from industry experts, create something amazing, and kick-start their podcasting careers. 🚀 The competition is more than just a prize – it’s about giving young people the tools and support they need to explore their creativity, amplify their voices, and break into the world of media. We're so excited to see the incredible talent coming from the Tees Valley and beyond – we know this is just the beginning for the next generation of podcasters! 💥 Get ready to shine – enter now and join us on this exciting journey. 🙌 #KFCYouthHub #PodcastCompetition #YouthEmpowerment #CreativeOpportunities #NextGenPodcasters #Middlesbrough #TeesValley

🌍✨ This morning, our team had the incredible opportunity to partner with a local primary school for a litter-picking event around Middlesbrough. It was truly inspiring to witness the passion and enthusiasm of the students as they eagerly rolled up their sleeves to make a difference in their community. Their energy and dedication were contagious! However, it was disheartening to see the amount of litter that has accumulated in our environment. Thanks to everyone who participated! Let’s keep the momentum going and continue to take care of our beautiful environment! ♻️💪 #CommunityService #LitterPick #Sustainability #FutureLeaders

Girls Rising at KFCYF! 🙌🌟 I am incredibly proud of my Girls Rising group for creating beautiful positive word keyrings last week! We took the time to discuss the qualities and values that are most important to each of them. Afterward, every girl selected the word that resonated most and encorporated it into their keyrings! 😊 We've been running Girls Rising for two months now, and the growth in the girls' confidence and participation has been amazing to watch❤️ Here are some of the girls' thoughts: - "On Fridays, all I think about is Girls Rising." - "I like having a voice." - "It’s nice having a girls-only space; it brings openness." - "I like being part of a group." Girls-only spaces have been shown to significantly benefit those who are building their confidence, giving them the opportunity to find their voice and feel heard🌟

Exciting news! Today we launched our "Screen to Spoon" programme, and it was a huge success! 🍽️ The young people had a blast cooking and trying something new — meatballs! 🍴 One young person said, "It was delicious!" 😋 - High praise indeed! It's always great to see young people developing new skills in the kitchen and building confidence through cooking. #ScreenToSpoon #YouthDevelopment #CookingSkills #NewExperiences #BuildingConfidence #CommunityEngagement

Girls Rising is an impact program we are incredibly proud of at KFCYF. It's all about lifting young people up, empowering them, and creating a space where they can learn and have fun together. Seeing the growth and positivity that comes from these incredible young women is truly inspiring. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support and uplift the next generation. Happy Friday, everyone! 🌟

We’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek of our new KFCYF Youth Hub in Middlesbrough, which is gearing up to open its doors soon! 🙌 Our renovations are nearly finished – the sign is up, the furniture is in, and we’re in the process of decorating each room to make it a welcoming space. We’re also proud to feature artwork by talented Northern School of Art students in our creation room.🎨 The hub will serve as a safe, exciting and fun space for young people, offering a variety of impactful programmes, including our open-access youth clubs starting on Monday, March 10th.⭐️ We can’t wait to welcome everyone and demonstrate the positive impact this hub will have on our local community. ❤️ Follow our journey on social media to see the progress!🔗 Instagram - @kfcyfyouthhubmiddlesbrough Facebook – KFC Youth Hub Middlesbrough If you have any questions about our hub, the programmes we are offering or would like to connect with us, please feel free to email ellie.smith@kfcyf.org.uk 😊 #KFCYF #Middlesbrough #CommunityImpact #YouthPrograms #YouthClubs #kfcyouthfoundation

Today marks a significant milestone for KFCYF as we proudly hosted our very first session of our Girls Rising Group and Beyond mentorship program We believe in the potential of every young person, and our mission is to work alongside young people to overcome obstacles and reach for their dreams. Through mentorship, support, and community, we aim to inspire resilience, confidence, and the courage to dream big. Let’s continue to uplift and empower the next generation! #GirlsRising #MentorshipMatters #KFCYF #Empowerment #YouthDevelopment

Had an inspiring day yesterday attending the Middlesbrough Youth Mutual event! The energy, ideas, and commitment from everyone involved are truly motivating. It's amazing to see so many organizations and individuals working together to create positive opportunities for our youth, helping them grow, thrive, and realize their potential. Grateful to be part of this community and to work alongside those who are shaping the future with passion and purpose. Let’s keep pushing boundaries and making an impact! 💪 #YouthDevelopment #CommunityImpact #Middlesbrough #YouthMutual #PassionForChange