Youth
At the Jamie Horrocks Trust, we believe that supporting the wellbeing of young people is vital for building stronger, healthier communities. Good mental health in early life lays the foundations for resilience, confidence, and future success. Through our Youth programmes, we offer safe spaces, positive activities, and tailored support to empower young people, build emotional fitness, and promote a culture where it’s always okay to ask for help. By investing in their wellbeing today, we are helping to protect and nurture the futures of our community’s young people.
Currently Accepting;
- Coats and warm clothing
- Shoes (including school shoes and everyday trainers)
- Bags (school bags, backpacks, sports bags)
- Bikes (working or needing repair)
- Mobile phones (unlocked)
- Tech and nice-to-haves (for example: Gaming controllers, headsets, small TVs)
Please don’t donate anything beyond repair.
2026 Campaign – Kit for Kids
In 2025, we’ve met far too many young people going without essentials that most of us take for granted – a decent coat, suitable shoes, a school bag, a bike to get around, or a mobile phone to stay connected. In 2026, we’re determined to help change that.
JHT Kit for Kids is our donation drive where local people can pass on pre-loved items that still have life in them. Sometimes the reason a young person lacks essentials is finances. Sometimes it’s instability at home. Either way, young people miss out and we want to step in, with a qualified approach, ensuring young people get what they need most appropriately.
How to donate
Drop-off: Cadishead Hall (From 6th January 2026)
When: Mondays and Fridays, 6pm – 8pm
If you can’t get to us, we may be able to arrange collection. Please message us on Facebook or email contactus@jamiehorrockstrust.co.uk and we’ll do our best.
Want to know where your item ended up?
If you’d like, you can leave your contact details when you donate. We can then let you know when your item has been passed on (where appropriate), and we can also thank you online if you’re happy for us to do that.
Thank you – every donation helps a young person feel warmer, more confident, and more included.
Warm, equipped, included.
The basics shouldn’t be a luxury.
Futures Programme
Through our Futures programme, we provide early intervention support for young people who need it most. Working closely with Irlam and Cadishead Academy, our qualified youth workers offer one-to-one mentoring, advice, and encouragement – building trusted relationships that make a real difference. We help young people improve their wellbeing, access new opportunities, and reduce the risks linked to anti-social behaviour and criminality. Every young person deserves a positive role model and a brighter future.
Irlam and Cadishead Youth Hub
When the school gates close, our doors open. Our Youth Hub offers a free, welcoming space during every half term and school holiday, packed with sports, activities, competitions, gaming, chill-out spaces, and cooking classes – always delivered by qualified youth workers. With free food provided, the Youth Hub is open to all young people in our community, helping them stay active, connected, and supported when they need it most.
Enrichment Trips
Our enrichment trips turn teacher training days into unforgettable opportunities. Whether it’s through sport, aspiration-building experiences, or simply creating positive memories, we make sure young people have access to experiences they might not otherwise enjoy. Trips are often used to reward positive behaviour at school or in the community, and to show young people how far they can go when given the right support.
Support in the Community
We believe that supporting young people means supporting families too. Alongside youth work, we provide food parcels, signposting, bespoke courses, volunteering pathways, and early employment opportunities. Our youth workers also deliver community-based mentoring, reaching out to offer one-to-one support where it’s needed. By standing alongside young people and their families, we strengthen our community for everyone.
What’s on…
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Youth Hub – Summer Holidays
In partnership with Salford Youth Service, our Youth Hub is back this summer, supporting the brilliant young people of our community. We’ll be open at Cadishead Hall from 21st to 25th July, and then every Tuesday to Friday from 29th July through to 29th August. Young people are welcome from 12:00 – 15:00, no need to book, just…
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Youth Hub – May Half Term
Our Youth Hub is back this half term in partnership with Salford Youth Service! We’ll be at Cadishead Hall from Tuesday to Friday, 12–3pm. Young people ages 11 -16 can escape the rain and enjoy healthy hot meals, indoor sports and games, cooking, activities and a safe, warm space to chill. Our friendly, qualified team…
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Youth Hub – Easter Holidays
Our Youth Holiday Hub is back this Easter! We’re open every weekday for the next two weeks at Cadishead Community Hall, 11:30am–3:30pm, for young people aged 11+. Whether you’re from #Irlam, #Cadishead or the wider community – come and enjoy healthy hot meals, snacks, sports, games, activities and a safe, welcoming space. This project is…
