make a Change CultureKind Winners 2025 Talented young people from the CultureKind Chinese Community have been brightening care homes with some truly special performances of Chinese dance and hands-on craft sessions. Their visits don’t just entertain; they create memories, spark conversations, and connect generations and cultures. Just one example of a winning team that won the ‘Make A Change’ award.
Community cookery project Flavour Town members share their thoughts on the community cookery project: "Cooking may seem simple, but it has the power to bring people together. It’s a way for us to connect, celebrate diversity, and discover dishes and traditions from cultures all around the world." Time out, stop the clock The Lightmoor Village youth club supported by SYA youth charity joined forces to create the well-being club ‘Time Out, Stop the Clock’ that encourages children to switch off their devices and take part in outdoor and mindfulness activities with residents at Lightmoor Residential Care Home.
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Young people changing lives "I love this project, it helped me get out more and develop my communication skills. "I like hearing all the stories residents at the home have to tell, what interest them and I've found they are similar to what interest me too." That’s the view of one young person who helped bring a project called ‘Time Out, Stop the Clock’ with help from ‘Make a Change’ and applications have just opened again for 2026. From teaching kids to cook and sharing meals with those who need them most, to hosting vibrant environmental festivals and well-being weeks that help young people switch off and reconnect, these projects have brought generations together, built confidence, and created stronger, happier communities – and best of all? It’s been driven by the ideas and efforts of young people. If you are a youth leader or involved with scouts, cadets or guides, why not talk to your groups and see if any brilliant ideas are bubbling? We ask that each submission has the support of an adult to help guide the group and manage the finances. To keep things fair and independent, parents or family members can’t take on this role but are welcome to support and advise.
Successful ideas are awarded up to £3,000 for projects that support projects linked to well- being, the environment or community.
Watch the video and see the impact it’s having in both young and old.
“I’ve seen these projects in action, and the difference they make is incredible, young people aren’t just coming up with ideas, they’re bringing
generations together, creating safer, stronger communities, and helping to tackle isolation. It’s inspiring to watch their confidence grow as they make a real impact.” Councillor Richard Overton Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Highways, Housing and Enforcement. We’d love to hear from you as we’ve never had an application from groups and areas like yours! The competition is open to schools too! Since its launch, ‘Make a Change’ has supported 19 projects across the borough.
Live in Oakengates, St George’s or Lawley? Member of a cadets, cubs, scouts or girl guides group? Tell us your big idea at www.Telford.gov.uk/makeachange
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