About Us
The Young Lives Foundation (YLF) is an award winning children’s charity in Kent with expertise in Advocacy, Mentoring, Befriending and Activity Programmes
Vision & Mission
We want all young people to live in communities
where they are heard, are safe and supported;
with opportunities to thrive.
We aim to support young people to thrive through highly effective and accessible programmes where they:
• are given a voice, are heard and empowered
• are supported by consistent adults through times of challenge and change
• have opportunities and resources to
be happy and thrive
Our Impact
+10,000
voluntary hours given per year
+2,700
vulnerable people supported each year
94%
of people feel listened to and supported
£630k
of fundraised income every year
Our Support
We support those who are:
Looked after children / care leavers
Children in need / on the edge of care
Young offenders / at risk of offending
NEET young people / disengaged in education
Vulnerable adults
Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children
Families in need of support
Children who have been adopted
Our Services
Our Values
Our Aims
Plugging the Gap
Building, researching and responding to areas of need whilst mobilising services
Diverse Income
Continued development of diverse income streams
New Skills
Skills and expertise to support YLF’s growth
Technology
Investment into technology and digital platforms
Accommodation
Secure and suitable accommodation for our future
Marketing
Development of our brand and marketing resources
Competencies
Introduction of key competencies with a pay and reward structure
Our Commitment To Safeguarding
The Young Lives Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and well-being of children and vulnerable adults both in society as a whole and in our own operations and activities.
Visit our Safeguarding webpage for further information and policies that demonstrates our commitment to high quality and best practice across our services.
What Next?
Volunteer for Us
If you support our vision, spare some time to volunteer
Donate
Donations are crucial to the delivery of our services. Donate today!
Support Our Cause
Fundraisers, supporters and partners are vital – can you help?