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Citizen magazine Winter 2024 - text version - Spotlight on the Council's civic charity
Published: 6 December 2024
Spotlight on the Council's civic charity
Established over 25 years ago, The Benjamin Foundation provides a range of services including homelessness prevention, emotional support, and positive activities for young people. Their mission is to bring hope, opportunity, stability, and independence to those they support.
One of their key initiatives is the BOOM! Young Carers programme, which offers vital support to young carers – children and young people up to the age of 18 who have caring responsibilities for family members.
The programme provides a safe and supportive environment where young carers can relax, make friends, and have fun, helping them to escape their daily responsibilities and share their experiences with others who understand their situation. The Lord Mayor of Norwich, Cllr Vivien Thomas said:
“We are thrilled to be supporting The Benjamin Foundation and it’s a pleasure to see our partnership go from strength-to-strength.”
Joshua Antcliff, The Benjamin Foundation, added: “We are honoured to be chosen as the civic charity for 2024/2025. This partnership continues to enable us to reach even more people in need and continue our vital work in Norfolk and Suffolk.”
Find out more about the charity at www.norwich.gov.uk/CivicCharity
