On Thursday 19 December, 2024, Legacy Youth Zone, part of the Onside Network of Youth Zones in the UK, announced that they will be offering free hot meals this winter to help alleviate the cost of living crisis. This initiative is made possible through funding from Intermediate Capital Group (ICG) and will begin in January 2025.
Last year, Legacy Youth Zone provided free hot meals to its members in December 2023, with over 2,300 young people benefitting from this program. The Youth Zone, located in Croydon, is a safe space for young people aged 8-19 (or up to 25 with additional needs) to engage in various activities and express themselves. With an annual membership fee of only £5 and a session fee of 50p, Legacy Youth Zone is an affordable option for young people to learn new skills and socialize with their peers. It boasts a fully equipped gym, music room, recording studio, podcast room, art room, boxing gym, and more, all accessible for just 50p a day.
Typically, hot meals at the Youth Zone cost only £1, providing young people with the opportunity to have a hot home-cooked meal while socializing with others. However, with the rising cost of living affecting families across the country, this funding will be used to supply free meals for all young people who attend the Youth Zone this winter.
Legacy Youth Zone in Croydon is just one of the OnSide Youth Zones available in London. Other Youth Zones include West Youth Zone in Hammersmith and Fulham, Unitas in Barnet, and Future Youth Zone in Barking and Dagenham.
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About Legacy Youth Zone:
Established in 2016, Legacy Youth Zone has been working with local youth community members since 2015 to create a safe and engaging space for young people in Croydon. With the help of youth members, the name, branding, and facilities of Legacy were determined. The Youth Zone offers a variety of activities for young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) to discover their full potential.
As a local charity, Legacy provides young people with the opportunity to participate in activities that suit their needs and passions. The Youth Zone helps young people explore their interests, opens doors to new experiences and opportunities, and offers a safe space to make friends. Members can choose from three clubs – JUNIORS (ages 8-12), SENIORS (ages 13-19), and BEYOND LIMITS (ages 8-25 with additional needs). Membership is only £5 for the year and 50p for each visit. The Youth Zone’s trained staff inspire young people to lead healthier and more positive lives, raising their aspirations to become happy, caring, and responsible citizens with more to offer themselves, their families, the community, and employers.
With over 20 activities available 7 days a week, every member has the opportunity to learn, develop, and grow with Legacy Youth Zone. The Youth Zone provides a safe environment for young people to enjoy themselves and empowers them to raise their aspirations and confidence, creating a happier and healthier generation.
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