carlisle, our village city
It takes a village to raise a child – African proverb
Our charity wouldn’t exist at all if way back in 2011, Carlisle businesses hadn’t recognised what impact a purpose-built youth centre could have on our city’s young people – and the city itself. They were right, we were needed, and today we’re needed more than ever. Today, our charity is still underpinned by the private sector, helping us remain independent, agile and responsive to the needs of young people and our community.
Our Patron Village is a vibrant community of businesses who are committed to supporting young people’s lives for the long term. Patrons are companies or individuals who donate money, time, goods or services, usually for a period of three years or more, to help fund our work.
We know that the power of youth work changes and enhances young people’s lives – at times, it can even save them.
why cyz? and why now?
Carlisle’s young people want and deserve a city that believes in them now and in the future. Thousands of young people’s lives have been enriched by CYZ. We are working at scale and making a difference with every young person. Thanks to our patrons we’ve been here for a generation of young people already. We know what it takes to enhance and change lives.
Now we are #TeenCYZ, and just like the young people we serve, this is a crucial stage in our development. Demand for our support has more than doubled and young people today are facing ever more complex challenges. Our #TeenCYZ Campaign promises this generation, and the next, that we’ll be there for them, as innovatively and reliably as we have been there for the last. Will you join us?
WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT CYZ
what you get when you give
By becoming a CYZ Patron, your business joins a network of over 130 local companies who are doing good — and doing good business. Make no mistake: your support makes an immediate difference to young lives, right now. CYZ Patronage offers unique opportunities. Yes, there are brilliant networking events, team volunteering days, staff engagement activities, and meaningful brand visibility… but beyond that, it’s a chance to show leadership, build lasting relationships, support your CSR in a truly local and impactful way, and be recognised as a company that invests in Carlisle’s future. You’ll be working side-by-side with us to support and shape the city’s – and your own – economic future. Supporting young people isn’t just the right thing to do. It’s a powerful way to grow.
cyz in numbers
Now in our teenage years we’re reaching twice as many young people as when we opened. Your support allows us to work at scale and one-on-one. Today, our “No Child Missed” policy is more vital than ever. We’re here for every young person — with a clear focus on reaching those who need us most.
young people each year
increase in how young people rate their aspirations for the future
of young people increased or maintained their self-confidence
increase in how members feel able to manage feelings
of members have told us they have improved or maintained their self-esteem
volunteer hours last year
