Gravesham Legends Fundraising

Gravesham Legends Fundraising

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Gravesham Legends Fundraising

HELP US RAISE AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE TO HELP FUNDING FOR OUR LEGENDS GROUP!

YLF Legends Programme provides a fun, supportive and safe setting for young people to engage in new, exciting opportunities and experiences.

Gravesham Hub

Our Gravesend group is for disadvantaged or socially excluded young people in the Gravesham area.

Gravesham Legends

  • meet weekly on Wednesdays in term time 
  • is for young people aged 7-17 years old
  • includes various activities including pool, games consoles, arts and crafts, plus so much more. The young people also have the opportunity to talk with a mentor if they wish
  • online gaming and mentoring sessions available.

Our Legends Programme provides groups and activities for disadvantaged young people around Kent, meeting at various times and locations.

The programmes are made up of:

Weekly and fortnightly regular groups  ♦  Half-term activities  ♦  Overnight experiences and camping weekends  ♦  Day trips and seasonal trips  ♦  Educational opportunities including ASDAN and Arts awards

Our young people contribute to the design and planning of the programme, enabling them to develop life skills too.

Outcomes

The programme aims to reduce isolation and stop anti-social behaviour within the community. Young people who engage in Legends have the opportunity to:

Have new experiences
Take part in educational opportunities
Learn new skills
Make new friends
Broaden horizons
Build confidence and self esteem

Once you have reached the age of 18 you will graduate from the Legends programme at the official graduation ceremony. You will be given a special goodie bag ready for your next adventure! Although you will no longer be able to attend the groups as a young person you will always be welcome to come back and volunteer!