£4,000 for Ludlow young people's project thanks to former mayor
A centre that provides homes and training for young people with nowhere else to go has been given £4,000 thanks to the legacy of a former mayor.
Ludlow Foyer, based on Portcullis Lane, is dedicated to providing a supportive environment for young people in need who are striving for independence in their lives.
The project has now been given a donation of £4043.71 from Ludlow Town Council, which is money raised from events and activities during 2016 and the start of 2017 – at which point the Foyer was the official Mayor's Charity for the year.
It was selected by then-mayor Paul Draper, who stood down from the role in May after three years as mayor.
At the time Mr Draper chose the charity there were fears over its future due to funding cuts and proposed changes to housing benefit.
Mr Draper said: “Having witnessed the work they do first hand over many years, I was delighted to support Ludlow Foyer in my final year as Mayor of Ludlow.
"I am very pleased to have raised more than £4,000.
"I know the donation will be put to good use as the team continue to support young people in the town and surrounding area.”
Kim Skinner, manager of the Foyer said: “This is a vital boost to our funding and I would like to take this opportunity to thank past mayor Paul Draper and everyone who helped raise this money for our organisation, it will make a tangible difference to people’s lives.”
Ludlow Foyer is an accommodation, training and support project for young people, accredited by the national Foyer Federation.
Based in the old Marstons Mill building, it provides 15 bed spaces in single rooms, some communal facilities and a programme of support and training for vulnerable young people aged 16 to 25.
