Our elevate programme is designed for 18–26-year-olds in Kirklees who want to feel more connected, build self-esteem, and shape a positive future. We’re here to help, with friendly sessions, real-world skills, and a space where you’ll feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow.
When: Every Wednesday 13.00 – 15:30
Where: Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield, HD1 5JP
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01484 415 465
Text: 07849 398761
Volunteer of the month is when we get to shout about our amazing volunteers and the, quite literally, life changing work they do to help Fresh Futures run smoothly and effectively.
This month we would like to say a big THANK YOU to Zach who volunteers for Elevate. We caught up with Zach to hear about his Fresh Futures volunteering journey so far…
Tell us a little about yourself: I’m 6’3 and I like to think I’m a little funny
How long have you been volunteering for the charity: I’ve been volunteering since the start of October 2024.
Explain your volunteering role: I help out wherever I’m needed and I help run the elevate sessions.
What made you want to start volunteering with Fresh Futures? I’d been coming to sessions myself and wanted to try something new.
Sum up a typical day of volunteering for you: I turn up a little earlier than everyone else to help set up the session. I greet people as they enter the room and then we play some kind of game, normally its Uno no mercy but other times we do arts and crafts or we just have conversations.
And finally, what advice would you give to people considering volunteering with Futures? It’s about more than yourself, it’s about everyone around you
If you feel inspired to become a volunteer like Zach, or if you would like to volunteer in any way for our charity, please contact Lucy on 01484 519988 or [email protected]