Youth Agency awarded £19,306 from Scottish Children’s Lottery

Wester Hailes Youth Agency has been awarded a £19,306 grant from the Scottish Children’s Lottery.

The Youth Agency supports young people in Wester Hailes and the surrounding communities of Broomhouse, Sighthill, Parkhead and Longstone, offering services including health drop-ins and one-to-one support.

The charity’s services are designed to support young people to make informed choices, build trusting relationships, increase self-esteem and develop awareness and knowledge about the issues that affect their lives.

The funding from the Scottish Children’s Lottery will allow Wester Hailes Youth Agency to deliver and develop a range of recreational activities in a safe space, where young people are free to be themselves and take part in new experiences.

Lewis Brown, Chair of the Board of Directors, said: “The Youth Agency believes in the potential of the young people of Wester Hailes and surrounding areas, and works tirelessly to provide them with a safe and vibrant environment where they can grow and flourish. This wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of its staff and volunteers, and the support of funders such as the Scottish Children’s Lottery.”

The Scottish Children’s Lottery was launched in October 2016 to raise money for children in Scotland, with proceeds helping to improve the lives of children right across the country and make a real difference to those who need it most.

Kirsteen Campbell is trustee of Chance to Connect, which operates as a society lottery under the Scottish Children’s Lottery. Chance to Connect supports projects working in the areas of community development and citizenship, giving young people across Scotland the chance to live in a safe, supportive and stimulating community.

Kirsteen Campbell said: “I am delighted that we are able to provide funding for Wester Hailes Youth Agency from the money generated from the Scottish Children’s Lottery, which was established in order to promote and support the development and potential of children and young people in Scotland.

“Thank you to those who play the Scottish Children’s Lottery – you are helping to support the great work that our charities undertake.”

Charities that support children in Scotland can apply online for Scottish Children’s Lottery funding.