Our vision for a Community Space

Little Lights Young Futures Hub

A dedicated youth space in Birmingham where young people build confidence, gain practical skills, and step into real opportunities — supported through wellbeing, mentoring and apprenticeship pathways.

Our mission: to be a bridge between mental wellbeing, self-care and real-life direction — so young people don’t feel stuck after support ends, but supported to move forward with confidence and purpose.

The Need in Birmingham

Many young people face unemployment pressure, low confidence and limited access to safe community spaces. Mental health challenges can make it harder to stay engaged in education, training or work.

Too often, support is short-term. When programmes end, young people are left without structure or a clear next step. The Young Futures Hub is designed to provide stability, belonging and real progression pathways.

What is the Young Futures Hub?

  • Apprenticeship-style training and employability pathways (starting with hospitality).
  • Mentoring and confidence-building programmes.
  • Wellbeing workshops and self-care tools.
  • Safe community space that reduces isolation.
  • Clear progression into employment or further training.

Why We Need a Space

To deliver consistent apprenticeships and weekly programmes, we need a dedicated physical base in Birmingham. A stable space creates stability for young people.

What your support will help fund
  • Youth-friendly premises in Birmingham
  • Training café/kitchen equipment
  • Furniture and learning space setup
  • Safeguarding and operational setup
  • Starter programme delivery costs

Help Us Open the Doors

Your support can help create a safe space where young people in Birmingham gain skills, confidence and a real future.

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Little Lights CIC is exactly what our community needs. Knowing that there will soon be a safe space where young people can learn skills, gain experience, and receive support is truly inspiring. It’s heartwarming to see an initiative that genuinely cares about making a difference.

— Emily T.

Local Community Member

Rating: 5 out of 5.

As a parent, it’s reassuring to know that Little Lights CIC is working to create opportunities for young people who may not have had the best start in life. The idea of a community cafe that reinvests its profits into youth programmes is simply brilliant. We can’t wait to support it!

— Daniel R. – Parent in the Community

Rating: 5 out of 5.

This is more than just a cafe it’s a movement. A place where every purchase helps fund life-changing projects for young people. Even before opening, Little Lights CIC is already bringing people together, and I know it will become a cornerstone of our community.

— Sarah L. – Local Business Owner