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From classrooms to communities – a lasting partnership
Leicestershire Cares is an award-winning charity that connects its member companies with young people and organisations across the local community who would benefit from support. The Society has been an active member since 2012 and has received several awards in recognition of our commitment to the varied and impactful projects the charity facilitates.
Supporting core skills
Our relationship with Leicestershire Cares began with volunteers attending local schools to provide focused support in key subjects such as maths and English.
We have maintained a dedicated team of volunteers at The Hinckley School, providing one-to-one reading sessions for young teenagers who benefit from the additional time and encouragement. Currently, six Society volunteers attend every week.
Long-standing volunteer Denise said:
“Go for Reading gives pupils that extra support and time they otherwise wouldn’t receive. I have witnessed some amazing developments with pupils, not only in reading but in confidence and positivity.
The impact of simply giving your time can be so meaningful.”
Helping to prepare for success
For many years, Leicestershire Cares has facilitated mock interview programmes in schools across Leicestershire. Since becoming members, Society volunteers have regularly supported these sessions.
The interviews provide pupils with a valuable opportunity to experience a realistic interview environment and receive constructive feedback. This helps young people prepare for their next steps by identifying their strengths, recognising what helps them stand out, and considering areas they may wish to develop further.
Heading out of the classroom
The Society’s involvement extends beyond local schools. Over the years, colleagues have supported a range of employability and careers initiatives for vulnerable young people, including care-experienced young adults and those facing additional challenges to employment. This has included workplace tours, CV workshops and individual work experience placements.
One particularly memorable project gave young people the opportunity to plan, prepare and run their own lunchtime café for Society colleagues. From creating the menu and cooking the food to serving customers, the experience provided a practical insight into teamwork, planning, communication and the day-to-day realities of the workplace.
Sharing our skills, time and resources
Financial education
A commitment to sharing skills and knowledge has seen Society volunteers help young adults develop practical life skills, including budgeting and money management. Colleagues have delivered interactive sessions at the charity’s Leicester premises, sharing usable guidance on everyday money matters to strengthen financial knowledge, build positive habits and grow confidence to support independent living.
Lending a hand where its needed
Small teams regularly support hands-on community projects organised by Leicestershire Cares. Whether decorating community spaces, assisting with gardening projects, wrapping Christmas presents for disadvantaged local children or helping at events, colleagues give their time wherever it is needed most.
The Society has also established a strong tradition of supporting the charity’s seasonal campaigns. Over the years, this has included creating Bags of Hope for local families at Christmas, providing essential packs for people who have recently experienced homelessness and donating Easter treats for children across the community.
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