A young person’s story
Mentee
Eesha Singh
As someone who moved to this country at the age of 14 and is pursuing a humanities degree in a STEM-focused family, it was invaluable to learn more about non-profit, policy and public sector from Sabrina Jones, a National Diversity Awards’ positive role model nominee! Besides being a warm, compassionate and supportive individual in general, she helped me with a range of skills…
Ways to give
Become a monthly supporter
Regular donations provide sustainable funding that allows us to plan ahead, expand programme capacity and support more young people consistently.
Even small monthly contributions can have a lasting impact.
Make a one-off donation
Support mentoring, employer engagement and career development opportunities through a one-time contribution.
Every donation helps us reach more young people and create more opportunities.
Fundraising
Expanding access to young people from underrepresented communities. We operate strategically and responsibly to ensure donations translate into real outcomes. You can also support us by fundraising on our behalf, by:
Hosting a workplace fundraiser
Organising a sponsored challenge
Donating in celebration of a milestone
Running a community event
What your donation could help provide
Every donation could help create opportunities, build confidence and support more young people to prepare for their future.
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Why your donation matters
Many young people have the ambition, ability and drive to succeed but lack access to professional networks, industry insight and role models.
Your donation could support young people:
Access professional mentors
Build confidence and career readiness
Develop employability skills
Gain exposure to industries previously out of reach
Expand their networks and opportunities
Secure internships, graduate roles and employment
We’re not simply delivering
programmes.
We’re helping
change
long-term
career trajectories
Since 2020
The impact of
your support
2,000+
Young people supported
94%
Improved career knowledge
43%
Secured employment during the programme
93%
Improved their employability skills
What your donation supports
Many young people have the ambition, ability and drive to succeed but lack access to professional networks, industry insight and role models.
Your donation helps young people:
Mentor recruitment and training
Programme coordination and safeguarding
Employer insight days and networking events
Career workshops and masterclasses
Career Compass digital innovation
Expanding access to young people nationwide
Trusted.
Transparent.
Accountable.
Bridging Barriers is a UK registered charity (No. 1196973).
We are committed to transparency, strong governance and measurable impact.
Every donation is used responsibly to maximise impact for the young people we serve.
The young people we support today will become the professionals, leaders and mentors of tomorrow.With your support, we can continue opening doors, building confidence and creating opportunities for the next generation.
