Power NI, the region's leading energy provider, has donated £1,000 to Include Youth, a rights-based charity that supports disadvantaged young people through recreational and physical activities.

Founded in 1979, Include Youth empowers individuals aged 16 to 21 who are either at risk of, or already involved with, the local criminal justice system. The donation will specifically support the charity’s Give and Take programme, which helps care-experienced young people across Northern Ireland who are not currently in education, employment, or training.

The programme offers a combination of education, employability training, and personal development. Power NI's funding will be used to provide a variety of positive experiences, including day trips, sports and arts workshops, social events, and visits to local attractions. It will also support one-to-one sessions focusing on young people's physical, emotional, social, and mental wellbeing.

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Helena Thornton, Area Manager of the Give and Take Programme in Armagh, said: "We are incredibly grateful to Power NI for their generous support through the Brighter Communities initiative.

"This £1,000 will allow us to provide recreational and physical activities, healthy food, and enriching day trips for those young people from disadvantaged communities. These experiences are more than just fun – they offer a sense of belonging, boost wellbeing, and help to build confidence and resilience. This support is helping us create brighter, more hopeful futures, for those who need it most."

Ashleigh O'Neill, Senior Marketing and Communications Executive at Power NI, said: "We are proud to support Include Youth through our Brighter Communities initiative. The Give and Take programme is a lifeline for many young people who need extra support, and we are delighted that our funding will help create fun – and meaningful – opportunities that support their wellbeing."