Wigan Youth Zone shortlisted for “The Youth Work Award” at the prestigious Children and Young People Now Awards 2020. Now in their fifth year, the awards recognise the remarkable work carried out by youth work charities and not-for-profit organisations across the UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. In light of the current situation, the awards…
Wigan Youth Zone is helping to save Christmas. With many Christmas traditions under review this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Wigan Youth Zone’s support for the most vulnerable young people and families will still go ahead! Wigan Youth Zone are planning on bringing some Christmas Sparkle to families doors by asking Father Christmas and…
Premier League recognises local youth facility for its impact on young people. Wigan Youth Zone has been recognised for its efforts in helping thousands of youngsters achieve their potential after receiving the Premier League Charitable Fund’s Transformational Journey Facilitator award. As part of the Charitable Fund’s ten year anniversary awards this week (23rd-27th November), local…
Wigan Youth Zone supports vulnerable young people and families during October Half Term. The team at Wigan Zone have reacted quickly to the news that children will be without food support this half term and asked local families who need support to get in touch. Last week Wigan Youth Zone distributed over 120 food parcels and 50…
A group of Wigan Youth Zone’s staff conquered the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, raising money for Mountain Bikes to contribute their Outdoor Activities Offer. 14 youth workers took on the challenge on Tuesday 23rd of October, completing the peaks within 16 hours after battling a range of weather conditions, including completing the last mountain in…
It’s a lucky 7 as Lines Henry Limited raises over £7000 for Wigan Youth Zone. Wigan Youth Zone’s first fundraiser of the year was hosted by Lines Henry Limited at DW Stadium, Wigan. The fundraiser witnessed over 250 bingo fanatics play bingo with a surprise, all for a good cause. Boogie Bingo is an astounding…
Wigan Athletic captain Samy Morsy attended one of Latics’ Premier League Kicks sessions at Wigan Youth Zone. The weekly football session is for young people aged 8-16 who attend Wigan Mosque, with the visit part of the club’s equality and diversity programme Together, and in support of Kick it Out. Latics captain Morsy helped youngsters…
Youngsters in Wigan Youth Zone will soon be given the chance to try out Futsal for the first time thanks to funding from The Football Association (The FA). In June, The FA made £300,000 available to County Football Associations, FA-affiliated clubs, youth and adult football leagues who wished to develop either one or two new…
