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Red Rose Holdings Joins Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Patron Network

Blackburn, Lancashire – 30th September

Red Rose Holdings joins Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Patron network. This partnership highlights Red Rose Holdings’ commitment to supporting the local community and investing in the next generation of young people in the local area. 

Red Rose Holdings is the parent company of a diverse range of businesses, including development and construction, leisure, education, hospitality, and property investment.

“We are thrilled to join the Patron network of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone,” said Mark Holden, Director at Red Rose Holdings. “Our involvement reflects our dedication to giving back to the community and supporting the next generation. We believe in the potential of young people and are committed to helping them achieve their aspirations.”

Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone provides a safe and inspiring environment for children and young adults aged 5 to 19, with provision for young people up to the age of 25 through the Youth Hub.  The Youth Zone has a membership of over 5,000 young people, and just over 1,200 young people who access the service every week. 

The Youth Zone offers free membership, free entry, and a free hot meal to every young person who attends. It offers a wide range of activities and programs focused on three key pillars: skills and aspirations, cohesion, and health and well-being.

By becoming a Patron, Red Rose Holdings joins a prestigious network of businesses that collectively fund 50% of the Youth Zone’s operational costs. This philanthropic commitment ensures the sustainability and expansion of the valuable services and opportunities provided to the young people of Blackburn and Darwen.

“We are immensely grateful to welcome Red Rose Holdings as a Patron,” said Wayne WIld MBE, Chairman at Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone. “Their support is vital in helping us continue to offer essential services and create a positive impact on the lives of young people in our community.”

As part of its Environmental Social Governance (ESG) initiatives, Red Rose Holdings is dedicated to actively participating in projects that drive positive change in the local community. The partnership with Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone exemplifies this commitment and highlights their belief in the potential of Lancashire’s young people.

For more information about Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone and its initiatives, please get in touch melanie.thomas@blackburnyz.org