We are excited to announce that, with the generous support of Travis Perkins Legacy Fund’ which supports various community initiatives, we have secured funding for the room bookings of the Upton Youth Club for the next financial year. This funding ensures that the youth club can continue to offer a safe and engaging space for young people in our community.

Since its inception during Destination Upton, when Halton Housing initially funded the club, the VIBE Upton Youth Club has flourished. Over 250 children have actively participated in the club's activities, benefiting from the supportive environment it provides.

Georgina Crank, Social Impact and Engagement Officer said: “It's fantastic to see the continued success of the VIBE Upton Youth Club, now supporting so many young people thanks to this funding made possible by Travis Perkins. This support has such a positive impact on the lives and opportunities for young people in our community providing a safe and thriving environment for young people in Upton.”

Carl Geraghty, VIBE Area Manager for Halton and Sefton, said: "The youth club continues to go from strength to strength, with fantastic engagement from the local community. We're now seeing around 70 young people regularly attending each week, with 256 individual children registered overall. A huge thank you to Halton Housing, and Travis Perkins for their generous funding – their support has been instrumental in helping us create a safe, supportive, and fun space for young people to thrive."

Sophie Bell, Marketing Assistant for Travis Perkins added: "We are delighted to support and acknowledge the brilliant work being undertaken by VIBE Upton Youth Group. We are committed to supporting initiatives that make a real difference within their communities, and VIBE Upton Youth Group aligns perfectly with this, as they strive to e impact young people’s lives. We are proud to partner with an organisation deeply invested in the well-being of their communities."

We look forward to another successful year for the Upton Youth Club and are grateful for the continued support from Travis Perkins. Together, we are making a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community.