We reduce violence, We save lives.

We are here to help

Our programs are making a tangible difference. We have assisted over 2700 young people at risk of school exclusion, potential involvement with the criminal justice system, or affected by violence in the last year. Our initiatives have led to a 50% success rate in reducing aggression and achieved 549 episodes of improved educational outcomes last year.

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205

Young people
completing our mental
health program.

Gang mediations.

Last year in numbers...

100

Prison packs sent

Young people helped into employment

681

Weapons in a knife bin.

About us

Mary’s Charity is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people who face significant risks and challenges. Our mission is to offer both therapeutic care and practical safety measures to empower these individuals and reduce their vulnerability to violence.

We employ a comprehensive approach that combines immediate safety support with ongoing, personalized mentoring to address the complex needs of at-risk youth:

Learn more about what we do

Mentoring

Our mentoring programmes focus on developing emotional resilience, boosting self-esteem, and enhancing educational engagement.

Safety Support

We provide crucial crisis intervention and safety measures to shield young people from immediate threats and violence.

Education &
Mentoring

We provide educational support, running our programmes and mentoring to guide young people through their challenges.

Prison Work

We focus on rehabilitative programs within the prison system, aiming to support inmates in their journey towards reintegration and reduce the likelihood of reoffending.

Knife Bin & Violence Interruption

We run knife amnesty programs and violence interruption initiatives to reduce the presence of weapons and intervene in potentially violent situations before they escalate.

Research

Our research efforts delve into the issues surrounding violence, education, and criminal justice, allowing us to develop more effective interventions and refine our programmes.

How we do it

Many of the young people we work with face overwhelming circumstances that effect their ability to thrive. Mary’s Charity steps in to provide a supportive framework, blending immediate safety measures with long-term mentoring. Our successful outcomes demonstrate that this integrated approach is highly effective in managing serious youth violence and promoting individual growth and achievement.

Self-Esteem

We work to build confidence and a positive self-image through targeted support and guidance.

Gang Violence Mediation

We actively mediate conflicts and work to prevent gang-related violence using services to address mental health issues and provide emotional support.

Educational Engagement

Our programmes assist young people in overcoming academic challenges and foster a positive attitude towards education.

Mental Health

We offer comprehensive counselling services to address mental health issues and provide emotional support.

Get involved

Join us in building safer, stronger communities and creating brighter futures for at-risk youth. Your support is vital in helping us tackle pressing issues such as youth violence, knife crime, and the challenges faced by vulnerable individuals.
Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, or advocate for our cause, every action you take helps us continue our life-saving work. Together, we can provide mentoring, education, and second chances to those who need them most, while fostering hope and opportunity.