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Delivering inspirational mentoring for Somerset’s most vulnerable, and disadvantaged young people

PROMISEworks is a local charity making a big difference in Somerset by offering mentoring services to disadvantaged children and young people across the county. Our mentoring services are aimed at young people between the ages of 5 and 25 who are experiencing difficulties at home or with education and training. Mentoring can fill many gaps in the lives of vulnerable or disadvantaged young people. It can establish a trusting, one-to-one relationship between them and their mentor. This sometimes becomes the only positive and stable adult influence in otherwise chaotic lives.

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Learn more about our young people, what they go through and how they benefit from time spent with their PROMISEworks mentor.

Georgie

Georgie was referred to PROMISEworks by the Parent and Family Support Advisor at his school. He was displaying data-heightened emotions and difficult behaviour in lessons.

His birth father committed suicide when he was seven. He had also been physically chastised by one of his mother’s subsequent partners. He often talked about not having a future and ending up “…just like my dad”.

Chrissy

Chrissy has Asperger’s and low-level learning difficulties. At 13, she was seriously sexually abused by a child of the same age from her youth club.

She withdrew completely from school and her parents began home educating her. This led to greater feelings of isolation for her and made it even harder for her to build positive relationships with her peers.

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We love to share insight and updates about our charity and mentoring through our social media platforms. Take a look below to see some of our posts, click to go through to view them in full and like our page for regular updates.

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2 days ago
PROMISEworks

Mentoring Myth 6 – You need to have had the perfect childhood to mentor.

Our mentors come from all different backgrounds with various and diverse life experiences. You don’t need to have had the perfect childhood to mentor. The normal highs and lows that most of us encounter during our lives, are the shared experience amongst many of our volunteers. Making connections is at the heart of mentoring💙💞

If you would like to make a difference and can spare 2 hours weekly/fortnightly, then please contact us today for an application form or visit promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #connections #childhood #mentoringmyths #myths
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Mentoring Myth 6 – You need to have had the perfect childhood to mentor.

Our mentors come from all different backgrounds with various and diverse life experiences. You don’t need to have had the perfect childhood to mentor. The normal highs and lows that most of us encounter during our lives, are the shared experience amongst many of our volunteers. Making connections is at the heart of mentoring💙💞 

If you would like to make a difference and can spare 2 hours weekly/fortnightly, then please contact us today for an application form or visit https://promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/ 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #connections #childhood #mentoringmyths #myths
2 days ago
PROMISEworks

We’re pleased to announce our second Charity of the Year event for 2024, kindly co-sponsored by our friends at Ballantine Wealth Management

What: Music Bingo 🎵

When: Thursday 5th December🗓️

Where: Creative Innovation Centre CIC Taunton

All entry fees will go straight to our CotY2024, PROMISEworks, to help fund the amazing work it does supporting young adults in #somerset.

As if that wasn’t reason enough to join, what about:

• Professional bingo caller 🎤
• A complimentary sweet treat for each attendee from our friends at the delicious Dough Bros.! 😋

Spaces are limited, so if you’re interested, please e-mail [email protected] to reserve yours 👍

#bingo #Charity #taunton #accountants
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5 days ago
PROMISEworks

We are delighted to share with you some fundraising news🎉

In aid of her Duke of Edinburgh Silver award, Lilly Willcox organised and hosted a Breakfast Brunch at Butcome Jubilee Hall and raised an amazing £371. Bringing her total from a previous fundraising event to a fabulous £730.50. We would like to thank Lilly for her hard work and dedication in raising this money, which will go towards supporting more vulnerable children and young people 👏💙

#promiseworks #Charity #somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #VolunteerOpportunity #volunteer #fundraising #thankyou #support
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We are delighted to share with you some fundraising news🎉 

In aid of her Duke of Edinburgh Silver award, Lilly Willcox organised and hosted a Breakfast Brunch at Butcome Jubilee Hall and raised an amazing £371. Bringing her total from a previous fundraising event to a fabulous £730.50. We would like to thank Lilly for her hard work and dedication in raising this money, which will go towards supporting more vulnerable children and young people 👏💙 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #fundraising #thankyou #support

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That’s incredible Lily! Thank you so much, your hard work will benefit lots of other children who need our help 😊

Well done Lilly, a fantastic achievement, and for such an amazing charity

Wow well done Lilly you should be really proud of yourself 👏

Amazing - well done Lilly - thank you!

Brilliant, well done Lilly!

Thank you Lilly

Thank you so much Lilly.

What an amazing achievement, thank you for all of your hard work Lilly☺️

Amazing. 💜

Thank you so much. Your money will help other young people. 💐

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7 days ago
PROMISEworks

Giving to others is a powerful gift and one which our mentors bring into the lives of their young people regularly. It is also one of the 5 steps of enhancing your mental health💞

“I have had a working life where career progression was important to me, but now that I am retired, I feel that it's important to give to others. In my view, there is no better way to do this than by being a mentor and it's been proven that a child only needs one adult role model to make a massive difference in their life”.

Can you give 2 hours weekly/fortnightly to a young mentee? Please contact us today and start your own mentoring journey. promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #NHS #mentalhealth #mentoringmoments
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Giving to others is a powerful gift and one which our mentors bring into the lives of their young people regularly. It is also one of the 5 steps of enhancing your mental health💞 

“I have had a working life where career progression was important to me, but now that I am retired, I feel that its important to give to others. In my view, there is no better way to do this than by being a mentor and its been proven that a child only needs one adult role model to make a massive difference in their life”. 

Can you give 2 hours weekly/fortnightly to a young mentee? Please contact us today and start your own mentoring journey. https://promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/ 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #NHS #mentalhealth #mentoringmoments
1 week ago
PROMISEworks

Anti bullying week starts today, with the theme ‘choose respect’ and schools across the country will be encouraging children and adults alike to wear odd socks tomorrow in recognition and celebration of what makes us unique.

However, schools can be a daunting place for many young people. The daily transition from home to school can become overwhelming, but with a volunteer mentor in their life it can make all the difference.

Start your own mentoring journey today and fill in an application form on our website - promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/
#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #socks #oddsocks #antibullyingweek #respect
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Anti bullying week starts today, with the theme ‘choose respect’ and schools across the country will be encouraging children and adults alike to wear odd socks tomorrow in recognition and celebration of what makes us unique. 

However, schools can be a daunting place for many young people. The daily transition from home to school can become overwhelming, but with a volunteer mentor in their life it can make all the difference. 

Start your own mentoring journey today and fill in an application form on our website - https://promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/ 
 #promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #socks #oddsocks #antibullyingweek #respect
2 weeks ago
PROMISEworks

One of our lovely mentors has shared why connections are so important and the power of being in the moment, both of which are part of the NHS 5 steps to enhancing mental well-being✨

‘I have found it so beneficial to give my time and attention to someone completely outside my family and friendship group, to focus and pay attention to their issues and be in the moment just for them. It is very rewarding to feel that you make a difference, however small, just by being there.’

Connecting with a young person really can make a difference and is at the heart of what we do, start your own mentoring journey today.

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #connection #mentoringmoments #NHS #mentalhealth
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One of our lovely mentors has shared why connections are so important and the power of being in the moment, both of which are part of the NHS 5 steps to enhancing mental well-being✨ 

‘I have found it so beneficial to give my time and attention to someone completely outside my family and friendship group, to focus and pay attention to their issues and be in the moment just for them.  It is very rewarding to feel that you make a difference, however small, just by being there.’ 

Connecting with a young person really can make a difference and is at the heart of what we do, start your own mentoring journey today. 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #connection #mentoringmoments #NHS #mentalhealth
2 weeks ago
PROMISEworks

PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 has teamed up with Recyle4charity! 🌏✨

Recyle4charity are an innovative scheme that has developed strong relationships globally with buyers of ink cartridges, ensuring that ink cartridges stay out of landfills. It doesn’t cost you to send your old ink cartridges to them and if you choose PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴, the proceeds will come to us.

Simply print a free shipping label, order a free collection box, or drop off at a collection point. Scan below or visit www.recycle4charity.co.uk/Home to get started! Thank you for your continuing support💙

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #recycle #inkcartridges #supportus #thankyou #partnership
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PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 has teamed up with Recyle4charity! 🌏✨

Recyle4charity are an innovative scheme that has developed strong relationships globally with buyers of ink cartridges, ensuring that ink cartridges stay out of landfills. It doesn’t cost you to send your old ink cartridges to them and if you choose PROMISE𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴, the proceeds will come to us. 

Simply print a free shipping label, order a free collection box, or drop off at a collection point. Scan below or visit https://www.recycle4charity.co.uk/Home  to get started! Thank you for your continuing support💙 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #recycle #inkcartridges #supportus #thankyou #partnership
2 weeks ago
PROMISEworks

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2 weeks ago
PROMISEworks

There is still time for your to fill in an application form and join us on our November training course!

Do you have 2 hours that you can give to a vulnerable child or young person weekly or fortnightly? Come and be a part of our mentoring community and start your mentoring journey today.

Our November course will be held across 4 days on the 22nd Nov, 30th Nov, 7th Dec and 13th Dec. Contact us today to fill out an application form! promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/

#promiseworks #Charity #somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #VolunteerOpportunity #volunteer #traning #traningcourse #November #somerton #newskills #Signup
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There is still time for your to fill in an application form and join us on our November training course! 

Do you have 2 hours that you can give to a vulnerable child or young person weekly or fortnightly? Come and be a part of our mentoring community and start your mentoring journey today. 

Our November course will be held across 4 days on the 22nd Nov, 30th Nov, 7th Dec and 13th Dec. Contact us today to fill out an application form! https://promiseworks.org.uk/volunteer/ 

#promiseworks #charity #Somerset #helpourpromisework #helpothers #mentoringmatters #mentoring #volunteersneeded #youngpeople #volunteeropportunity #volunteer #traning #traningcourse #november #Somerton #newskills #signup

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I can definitely recommend this training, I can definitely recommend mentoring as well! If you’re considering mentoring, just go for it! 😁

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