The JD Foundation becomes the next Founder Patron of Salford’s new Youth Zone.
The JD Foundation has pledged patronage support to SYZ within the first four years of the Youth Zone creation and development. This support will see an assigned grant of £100,000 pounds over four years, as well as providing dedicating support to members through opportunities and experiences.
Since 2019, The JD Foundation has also supported SYZ’s sister Youth Zone in Manchester – HideOut Youth Zone – as a Founder Patron, offering financial contributions and opportunities such as Duke of Edinburgh, employment and enterprise activities.
The JD Foundation are now encouraging other local businesses and philanthropists to join them in becoming a Founder Patron.
Speaking at the SYZ launch event, The JD Foundation Manager, Adam Warriner said:
“At The JD Foundation, our vision is to help young people achieve their unlimited potential. Over the last 18 months, we’ve done some amazing work with HideOut Youth zone, and we’ve seen the incredible impact this has had – it’s fantastic what we have seen in terms of change; in terms of opportunities for young people and change within the local community.
We are excited to continue our work with the Youth Zone team as we become the newest Founder Patron of SYZ. I’d implore everyone to go and visit a Youth Zone and see first-hand the work they do. This is your chance to have an impact and be part of creating a brighter future.”
Senior Philanthropy Manager of SYZ, Amanda Coverdale, said:
“Founder Patrons are a group of individuals and companies united by a determination to give young people somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. Patrons are key to the success of a Youth Zone; by becoming a Patron of SYZ, you will be part of the Youth Zone story and change the lives of thousands of young people.”
Founder Patrons’ contributions combine to create 70% of the annual running costs of a Youth Zone, and the support will provide a foundation to develop and maintain excellent services for young people which match the quality of the building.
Following planning approval in October 2023, the construction of SYZ begain at the end of January 24with completion estimated for 2025.
The exciting plans will see a purpose-built Youth Zone open seven-days-a-week, with more than 20 activities on offer every session for young people aged 8-19, or up to 25 for those with an additional need or disability.
The aim of the Youth Zone is to raise the aspirations, enhance prospects and improve health and wellbeing for young people in Salford, by providing affordable access to a wide range of programmes, services and activities including sports, arts, music, employability and mentoring.
About SYZ
SYZ (Salford Youth Zone) is a charity dedicated to providing Salford’s young people with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. The new Youth Zone will open in early 2025. SYZ is an OnSide Youth Zone, and has been created in collaboration with EMPOWER and Salford City Council.
SYZ, a purpose-built Youth Zone in Salford – open seven-days-a-week, with more than 20 activities on offer every session for young people aged 8-19, or up to 25 for those with an additional need or disability.
For more information, please contact comms@salfordyouthzone.org
About The JD Foundation
The JD Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in the community, particularly among disadvantaged young people in the United Kingdom. Since its establishment in 2015, the foundation has been dedicated to creating real change through various initiatives and partnerships. From mental health to homeless charities, we work tirelessly to help, whether that’s through events or fundraising.
Through these efforts, the JD Foundation strives to create positive change, empower young people, and contribute to a better future for all.
