Accrington Stanley Community Trust is delighted to announce that it has successfully secured funding from the Eric Wright Charitable Trust to deliver an exciting new programme aimed at supporting young people across Hyndburn with essential life skills and employability support.
The new initiative will work with Year 12 and Year 13 students from local colleges and sixth forms, helping them prepare for adulthood, employment, apprenticeships, and further education through a structured programme of workshops, practical activities, and team-building experiences.
The programme has been designed in response to growing demand for practical, real-world learning opportunities that sit alongside academic education. Young people taking part will gain valuable knowledge and confidence in key areas including personal finance, interview preparation, workplace expectations, healthy relationships, personal safety, and basic car maintenance.
Alongside classroom-based sessions, participants will also take part in an outdoor activity centre experience focused on teamwork, resilience, communication, and problem-solving.
The project will launch in August 2026 and is expected to support around 60 young people each year across a three-year period.
Rhian Sabatino, Head of Community Engagement at Accrington Stanley Community Trust, said:
“We are incredibly grateful to the Eric Wright Charitable Trust for supporting this new programme. Transitioning from education into adulthood can be an overwhelming time for many young people, and we recognise the importance of providing practical skills and opportunities that help build confidence and resilience.
“This funding will allow us to create engaging, meaningful experiences that prepare young people for the realities of adult life, employment, and future pathways. We are excited to work alongside local colleges and sixth forms to make a positive difference to young people across Hyndburn.”
Accrington Stanley Community Trust has a long-standing commitment to supporting local communities through sport, education, health and wellbeing, and social inclusion programmes. The Trust currently engages with more than 21,000 beneficiaries annually across Lancashire.