Welcome to our Children in need page. Check here for our latest Projects working with Children in Need and projects which directly children and young people in need in our community.
How we're supporting families in Bolton
We are open every Friday morning for monthly food parcel collections. Since starting this service we have had over 70 households book on, with an average 20 households per month so far in 2024, a huge increase from 2023’s 12 average per month.
Youth Mentoring Services
We at Harmony believe in empowering the next generation to reach their fullest potential no matter their passion. Our mentoring service is dedicated to providing personalised guidance and support to young individuals as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and prepare for their futures. Through 1:1 mentoring relationships, our experienced mentors offer encouragement, advice, and practical tools to help youth overcome challenges, set goals, and develop essential life skills. Whether it’s academic guidance, career exploration, or personal development, our mentors are here to listen, inspire, and guide every step of the way. At Harmony Youth Mentoring, we are committed to fostering resilience, confidence, and success in the young people we serve, ensuring they thrive today and tomorrow.
This service is completely free to all young people between the ages of 8 and 18. We understand the importance of breaking down barriers to access support, which is why our program is open to all, regardless of financial circumstances.
There is however limited spaces for mentoring so cases are taken based on a first come first served system and urgency of need.
Youth Clubs
Harmony’s youth clubs play a pivotal role in uplifting children from across Bolton, but especially those from low-income households, as they provide a safe and welcoming space for exploration and growth at no cost.
These clubs break down financial barriers, ensuring that all children, regardless of economic background, have access to enriching activities and opportunities. The positive impact of these initiatives extends far beyond the individual participants and their families, resonating throughout the broader community and making Bolton a better place to be.
By nurturing creativity, promoting social cohesion, and fostering a sense of belonging, these clubs contribute to building a stronger, more inclusive society where every child has the chance to thrive. Through art clubs, holiday activities, and parent and toddler groups, Harmony’s youth clubs not only empower children and families but also enrich the fabric of our community, fostering a culture of support, understanding, and resilience.
Inclusion
We were in the Bolton news and This is Lancashire news
With our Children in Need project, which includes various sub projects.
Year Five youngsters at St James’ CE Primary School in Daisy Hill were approached to make the film by a young people’s organisation which has received Children in Need funding to tackle bullying and hate crime.
Halliwell-based Harmony Youth Project has launched B-Free and teamed up with the primary school to make a short film about inclusion.
Charlie Barrett, project manager, said: “We at Harmony have an excellent record in facilitating provision for disadvantaged young people in Bolton and surrounding area.
“We are pleased to have recently been awarded three years funding to run a series of exciting new projects tackling hate crime and bullying with young people.”
As well has helping and supporting those affected by hate crime and bullying, Harmony is running a campaign to educate people about the impact such behaviour can have on people, including the film.
The film was directed by George Ellis, who said: “It was a pleasure working with such fantastic children, they really are children to be proud off”.
Mr Barrett said: “Projects include production of a short film about inclusion, diversity and integration along with workshops helping young people to be computer literate.”
He added: “Through our projects, we want to raise awareness of hate crime and bullying, the forms it can take and the effects it can have on young people.
“We will be exploring the possibility of becoming a hate crime reporting centre to support young people to report a hate crime incident meaning they don’t have to go directly to the police if they don’t want to.”
Bolton College students have designed special artwork for the project.
As well as running the anti-bullying project, Harmony also runs a range of different workshops and drop-ins for young people who can take part in multi-media projects, such as music and also dance.
It also provides information meetings and directs young people looking for advice and guidance to appropriate services.
Charlie said: “If you’re interested in volunteering with us or getting involved in our work, we’d love to hear from you.
“We at Harmony are especially excited about our partnership with Children in Need and are looking forward to bigger and better ideas reaching reality.
The film can be viewed here: