Beverley and Holderness MP, Graham Stuart, nominated the Beverley Cherry Tree Community Association for the Kids Count Inspiration Awards in October and it has just been announced that they have reached the shortlisted stage for the Community Group Award category.
The aim of the Kids Count Inspiration Awards is to recognise those individuals and organisations that have inspired young people in their communities.
These are special awards that give MPs the opportunity to highlight outstanding work in their constituency and to demonstrate their commitment and support.
The Cherry Tree Community Centre has been running its Youth Club for four years and offers a safe space for young people to drop in, meet others, receive support and take part in activities in which they would not otherwise have the opportunity to participate.
Throughout the pandemic, the Youth Club has put on a variety of events for young people and their families, including ‘garden gate chat’ and an escape room.
They also regularly distribute wellbeing bags and free food, which is greatly appreciated by all the young people who attend the Club.
Graham said;
“It is absolutely fantastic news that Cherry Tree Community Centre has been shortlisted for the Kids Count Inspire the House Awards. I do hope that the incredible work they do to support their young people in this deprived local community in Beverley will be recognised and that they will reach the final stages.”
Jo Ramsay, Manager at Cherry Tree Community Association, said;
“We would like to thank Graham Stuart for acknowledging the work carried out in Beverley supporting young people, their families and school.”
“It is with a dedicated team who work in conjunction with the police, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, schools and communities to ensure we support our young people from 9-19 years.”
“Our team have shown resilience through the pandemic ensuring our young people feel connected through support with their mental health and well-being. The Cherry Tree Centre are proud of all these achievements.”