Social justice charity Cranstoun on it's way to raising £10,000 for youth hub in Dudley
They're already halfway to their target.
Young people in Dudley can expect better youth services in the area as Cranstoun in Merry Hill are expanding.
They're trying to raise £10,000 to provide more support to young people so they feel safe and understood.
They're opening to help young people aged 13-25 with drug and alcohol problems to and mental health.
Daring fundraisers geared up to abseil down Millennium Point in Birmingham on Saturday, on a mission to raise £10,000 for social justice charity Cranstoun.
A team of 14 brave supporters took on the hair-raising challenge to support the charity’s new youth hub at Merry Hill shopping centre in Dudley.
The group of daredevils taking part included trustees and staff working in various areas of Cranstoun, which provides services and support in the areas of substance use, housing and homelessness, children and young people, domestic abuse and criminal justice.
Among those who braved the challenge is Cranstoun’s CEO, Charlie Mack, who said:
“Our work has real people at the heart of it, focusing on reducing harm, rebuilding lives and inspiring people to live healthier, safer lives.
“Our services truly make a difference, and we are committed to helping more people access the support they need so they are empowered to make positive changes and reach their potential.”
Jess Brown, Head of Fundraising at Cranstoun, said:
“The funds raised will support the charity's work to become a world-class leader in rebuilding lives and contribute towards the development of our new youth hub, due to open in Dudley this summer.”
The hub will be open to young people aged 13 to 25 to drop in, take part in activities to support their wellbeing and seek help when they need it.
Vicky Branch, Head of Children and Young People at Cranstoun, said:
“The youth hub will offer a welcoming and accessible space at Merry Hill shopping centre in Dudley, operating an open-door policy, encouraging young people to drop-in after school from 3pm to 7pm.
“At Cranstoun, we believe that every young person deserves to feel safe, understood and supported. We want to create a space for young people to turn to when they experience challenges or adversity in their day-to-day lives.
“We will build relationships based on trust and understanding, and aim to empower young people to reach their potential, no matter their circumstances.”