Patron Spotlight: Paul Shannon
Each month, we will be providing you with the opportunity to get to know our Patrons a little better. Patrons are a group of individuals and companies united by a determination to give young people in Manchester somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. Patrons form part of […]
Paul Shannon extends Patronage for HideOut and the new Salford Youth Zone
Paul Shannon, a longtime supporter of the charity, has committed to another four-year patronage agreement, pledging a £100,000 to support Empower’s developments across Manchester and Salford. Paul first got involved with HideOut Youth Zone as CEO of Founder Patron ANS Group Limited, before becoming a Founder Patron in his own name. He regularly shows support […]
Steve Malone’s Renewed Patronage – A Boost for Empower Youth Zones and Manchester’s Youth
One of our cornerstone patrons, Steve Malone, has renewed his patronage with Empower Youth Zones. This commitment will see a generous grant of £100,000 allocated over two years, alongside the invaluable benefit of Steve’s extensive experience and network. Steve Malone, who first became a patron in 2019 with his then-business partner Robbie Hargreaves, has decided […]
One Step Closer: The Groundbreaking Of The New Salford Youth Zone (SYZ)
This week marked a momentous occasion as we welcomed guests, supporters and local leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking ceremony, marking the commencement of the all-new Salford Youth Zone. Set to open its doors in summer 2025, this state-of-the-art facility will usher in a new era for the youth of our city as well as enhancing […]
