Help Prevent a Lost Generation in Norfolk
Thank you for backing young people in Norfolk.
Our Lost Generation appeal raised an additional…
£38,812!
Thank you to everyone who followed, shared and took an interest in our recent ‘Lost Generation’ appeal.
Youth skills are at crisis point across the UK. National leaders warn of a “lost generation” of young people not earning or learning. And here in Norfolk, we are already seeing this pressure every day.
But unlike elsewhere, Norfolk is not waiting. Community groups across the county have the solutions: practical, proven, rooted in local insight, and ready to deliver right now.
Together, donations to the appeal raised £38,812. When combined with funds already committed by some of our supporters, this means we can now move more projects into action.
This means we can support an additional estimated 272 young people to build practical skills, grow confidence and take steps towards employment. We are now ready to start funding projects that are primed to deliver support to young people across Norfolk, without delay.
How this will help
Our urgent appeal to close the gap raised over £38,000! Together, we can now help community‑led, high‑impact projects start immediately.
Every £1,000 raised will help an average of 7 young people find the skills, confidence and pathways to training or work.
Your support will help us:
- Back local groups trusted by young people who often feel shut out
- Fund practical activities that build skills, confidence and momentum
- Act now, before barriers grow and opportunities shrink
Every pound stays in Norfolk, supports real action in real communities, and helps prevent a lost generation here at home.
Thanks to your help, we can now turn even more community solutions into action, ensuring young people have the opportunity, support and confidence they deserve.
A unique opportunity to build shared learning
We will also bring together organisations working with young people furthest from employment. This will help share learning, build insight and strengthen long-term support across the county. With additional backing, we will gain more insights and make a greater impact on youth unemployment.
To help us provide this support in future, take a look at our Skills for Norfolk Mission to see how you can help.
Starting with confidence: building belief through community
Through the Skills for Norfolk mission, the Foundation supports community‑led projects that combine practical skills with steady, relationship‑based support.
This includes work like VIY (Volunteer It Yourself), which helps young people build hands‑on skills in painting, decorating and basic construction while renovating community spaces that matter locally. Young people gain experience, confidence and a sense of achievement, while communities benefit from revitalised spaces that remain open and active.