Partner with Little Lights CIC

Together, we can build brighter futures — one meal, one skill, one life at a time.

At Little Lights CIC, we believe that lasting change happens when communities unite.
Our social café in Selly Oak is more than a place to enjoy coffee and bread —
it’s a training hub, a safe space, and a gateway to opportunities for vulnerable children and young people in Birmingham.

Why Partner With Us?

Whether you’re a local business, national charity, foundation or individual looking to make a difference, partnering with Little Lights means becoming part of a movement for change.

Why It Matters Now

In Birmingham, the challenges facing young people are growing. According to the “Breaking Down Barriers” report by Birmingham City Council, many local youths face high levels of poverty, food insecurity, and mental health struggles — with limited access to support networks or employment opportunities. For those who have experienced abuse, family breakdown or homelessness, the path to stability and hope is even harder.

At Little Lights CIC, we respond to this crisis through hands-on workshops and training that build confidence, skills and real pathways out of poverty.

Our Current Programmes

Baking & Hospitality Workshops: Teaching young people how to bake sourdough, make kombucha, prepare nutritious meals, and learn café barista skills — all in a supportive environment.
Mental Health Support: Creating safe spaces where participants can talk, build trust, and access wellbeing resources.
Entrepreneurial Skills: Helping teens and young adults explore creative income ideas through food production, community markets, and enterprise training.
Youth Mentorship: Offering guidance, structure and positive role models for young people in transition.

Here’s what your support can help us achieve:

What Your Partnership Supports:

Hands-On Training: Give young people real skills in baking and hospitality that open doors to employment and self-esteem.
Support for Children in Need: Provide nourishing meals, emotional safety and trusted adults to children affected by poverty or family breakdown.
Community Wellbeing: Help us offer workshops, mental health support, and inclusive community events in a welcoming space.
A Sustainable Social Enterprise: Every pound you invest helps us build a self-sustaining café that funds more impact, not profit.