Young K&C is a dynamic cross-sector partnership, creating a community of member and partner organisations working together to support children and young people.
We believe children and young people thrive when the organisations and communities around them are connected, properly resources and meaningfully heard. We are not here to sit on the sidelines, we’re out in the community, listening and connecting the dots to help make things happen.
Core funding comes from John Lyon's Charity and Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea pays for all overheads which enables us to make sure that all additional funds and donations go straight to supporting children and young people across the borough.
Our Strategy
“You guys listen and deliver.”- Mo1 Youths
To create our five year strategy, we’ve formally consulted with a cross section of over 40 of our members and partners listening carefully to what organisations, staff and young people have told us they need most across the sector. The rest of our evidence comes from informal conversations, learning and consultation with all of our stakeholders.
Capacity building, funding, and representation within the voluntary and community sector are at the heart of our work. These priorities provide the foundation for sustainable support and future programme development in the years ahead.
Our Values
WHAT WE DO
Young K&C brings together voluntary, community and public sector organisations with local partners, businesses and employers to create excellent opportunities for children and young people in the local area.
Through building trusted relationships across the children and young people’s voluntary and community sector, we provide local voluntary and community sector organisations in Kensington and Chelsea with the funding and support they need to provide high-quality opportunities for children and young people. We support local charities and non-profit organisations in Kensington and Chelsea with information sharing, advice, networking and small grants.
We focus on what we do best: building relationships with grassroots organisations, leveraging member and youth voice and being the bridge between our members and decision makers within the local borough.
Ways of Working
Our Strategic Aims
"Young K&C serves as an anchor to the youth organisations." - Kensington + Chelsea Foundation
WHY WE'RE HERE
We're here to bring the voices and experiences that don't always make it into reports into the room, because not everything that counts can be counted. Whether it’s practical advice, a sounding board, a training opportunity, a grant, or simply someone to talk things through with, we aim to show up for our members.
We want people to be able to come to us openly, ask difficult questions and be honest about what’s really going on. Our team brings together experience of working in voluntary sector youth organisations with young people’s voices to help shape our strategic and operational work.
We work in close partnership with the local authority, public sector, funders and other charities. We keep our ear to the ground because life for children and young people changes quickly and the support around them needs to keep pace.
Meet the Team
Young K&C is supported by a fantastic team of Staff and Trustees.
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Nicola Butler
Co-CEO
Nicola has extensive experience of running voluntary sector children and youth services. In her previous role at Hackney Play Association, she was responsible for managing adventure playgrounds, youth clubs and Hackney’s play streets project.
Nicola has served as a trustee of local children’s charities and as Chair of the national children’s charity, Play England. She is an author of Play England’s guidance, 'Design for Play: a guide to creating successful play spaces'.
Nicola is passionate about children and young people having better opportunities for play, fun and enjoyment.
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Niamh Graham
Co-CEO
Niamh is an experienced strategist, advocate and facilitator. She has previously worked within charities in the education sector, with experience developing the skills of children and young people.
Niamh is passionate about alleviating inequality for underrepresented communities. She is deeply committed to providing children and young people with the best possible opportunities to realise their full potential.
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Boutayna Reguibi
Membership and Development Manager
I began my career as a secondary school teacher, where I loved supporting children and young people to learn, grow, and develop. Over time, I realised that the school environment limited how holistically I could support young people, and I wanted to make a broader impact. This led me into youth work, where I found my passion for creating meaningful opportunities and supporting young people beyond the classroom.
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Sarah Lam
Grants and Impact Officer
Having worked in different trusts and foundations in Asia and the UK, Sarah is an experienced grant-maker with a particular interest in supporting children and young people from less privileged backgrounds. In her previous roles, she managed grants for sports, arts, and culture projects designed to promote social inclusion and youth development.
Apart from her grant-making experience, Sarah has also worked in several fundraising roles. She is excited to combine her expertise in grants and funding to support grassroots organisations in accessing vital resources for their meaningful work.
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Theo Kennedy
Youth Voice & Communications Coordinator
Theo’s work centres on removing barriers to opportunity and ensuring young people have access to meaningful guidance, resources, and clear development pathways. He is committed to making sure young people across Kensington and Chelsea are authentically heard and represented at every stage of decision-making, taking a collaborative and strategic approach to youth voice to deliver high-quality, impactful programmes.
Young People's Foundations Network
We are proud members of the YPF Network that has been developed in response to the ongoing challenges facing the Children and Young People’s sector. Young People’s Foundations (YPF’s) bring together the public, private and voluntary sectors to effect positive change for young people.
Based in local communities, each YPF's services are based on the needs and assets of their area.
