First Kick Foundation

First Kick Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation supporting children, young people, families, and communities across England, Wales and Ireland

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Our programme continues to grow and it’s amazing to see the impact building month by month. We’re now engaging with over 40 individuals from 12 different countries every single month - creating a space where people can connect, feel supported, and access meaningful opportunities.

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Be part of Preston Youth Club at LASCA - a welcoming space where young people can relax, have fun, and build confidence.

📷 LASCA – Larches & Savick Community Association
📷 Preesall Rd, Larches Ln, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston PR2 1PQ
📷 Every Wednesday | 6pm – 8pm
📷 Ages 8–16

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Our walking football sessions continue to grow. A brilliant mix of football, fitness, and friendship, these sessions are all about staying active in a relaxed, supportive, and enjoyable environment.

📷 Every Monday & Wednesday
📷 1:00PM – 2:30PM
📷 Albert Park Sports Complex

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Last week’s Carr Street Youth Club was an incredible success. It was brilliant to see so many young people coming together, getting involved, making new friends, and just enjoying being part of something special.

📷 We’re back on again tonight
📷 4:00–5:30
📷 Ages 8–16

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Our Dementia-Friendly Wellbeing Sessions, provide a safe, supportive and inclusive space for people living with dementia, and carers who support them.
Every Wednesday, 1:00PM – 3:00PM Community Area, Charity Superstore, Middlebrook Retail & Leisure Park, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6JA

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We’re kicking things off TONIGHT!
Our brand new youth club at Carr St Community Centre is here!! Turn up and get involved!
Carr St Community Centre
Every MONDAY & TUESDAY
4:00PM – 5:30PM
Creating positive spaces for young people to connect, grow and thrive.
#Bamberbridgeyouthclub

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Our 12-week Digital Connect course kicked off this Tuesday, and what a fantastic start it’s been! We’re on a mission to help close the digital divide across Greater Manchester, and it was brilliant to see such a great turnout from people ready to learn, connect and grow.

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Walking football stared THIS WEEK!

Looking for a fun, friendly way to stay active and meet new people? Our walking football sessions are the perfect place to start

📍 Albert Park Sports Complex
Every MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
1:00PM – 2:30PM

No sign-ups needed - just turn up.

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Penwortham Youth Club Update

We’re making a positive change to our Thursday sessions! From now on, our Senior / Secondary School Youth Club will run 6:00pm – 8:00pm each week.

This new time allows us to plan bigger and better opportunities.

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We had a fantastic evening at our youth club with a tasty, hands-on session that everyone thoroughly enjoyed!

The kids got stuck into making their own pizza wraps, choosing their toppings and learning how to create something simple, fun and delicious.

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Last month at First Kick Foundation, we were proud to welcome representatives from the @ukhomeoffice, the Regional Strategic Migration Partnership, and the Local Authority to see first-hand the incredible work being delivered through our Safe Pass programme.

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At First Kick Foundation, our work focuses on creating opportunities that support whole-community wellbeing.

Sometimes, the simple act of providing a welcoming space where people feel comfortable can have a powerful impact.

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April is Stress Awareness Month, an important reminder that everyone experiences stress at times - and no one should feel like they have to deal with it alone.

At First Kick Foundation, our door is always open.
#FirstKickFoundation #StressAwarenessMonth #MentalWellbeing

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Easter HAF Holiday Club

This Easter half term we we have funded HAF spaces across a number of venues, offering fun, active days for children who are eligible for the Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) programme.

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While schools provide essential education, young people also benefit from experiences outside of school that help them develop practical skills, confidence and independence.

That’s where youth programmes and community organisations play a crucial role.

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Here at First Kick Foundation, our amazing team delivers youth work in so many ways, through fun and welcoming youth clubs, detached outreach in the community, and 1-to-1 mentoring that helps young people build confidence, resilience, and hope for the future. #FirstKickFoundation

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Human connection is one of the most important factors in our overall wellbeing.

Whether it’s sharing a conversation, participating in group activities or simply spending time with others, social interaction helps people feel supported, valued and part of a community.

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Join Us at Victoria Community & Youth Centre, Whitefield!

We’ve got fantastic sessions running each week for both Primary and Secondary ages - everyone’s welcome!

📍 Victoria Community & Youth Centre
Charles Street, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 6FG

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Strong communities are built when people feel connected, supported and included.

Community programmes play a vital role in bringing people together, creating spaces where individuals of all ages can connect, learn and support one another.

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Youth clubs are often seen as just a place for young people to spend time after school - but their impact goes far deeper than that.

A well-run youth club creates a safe, supportive and positive environment where young people can socialise, develop skills and build confidence.