2025 Shortlisted Nominee
Community Organisation Award: Age
Start Young UK is a purpose-driven charity transforming the lives of disadvantaged young people aged 5 to 18. What began as a simple Christmas gifting initiative has grown into a national movement of hope. The charity delivers impactful programmes that promote social inclusion, confidence, and life readiness. Through school support, mentoring, and flagship initiatives like Thrive and Elevate, Start Young UK nurtures vital life skills, self-belief, and a strong sense of belonging. Their work empowers children to dream beyond their circumstances and build resilient futures. Led by an MBE-recognised founder and a passionate volunteer team, Start Young UK places young people at the heart of everything they do. Every pound raised is reinvested into meaningful work that unlocks the potential of the next generation, helping to break cycles of poverty and inequality—one child at a time.