Open Hands, Open Futures — where opportunity meets stability

Transforming lives through opportunity and support.

Opportunity Changes Everything

Young people facing barriers to employment don't lack ambition—they lack opportunity. Without stable work, housing becomes precarious. Couch surfing. Homelessness. A cycle that deepens with each setback.

Limited experience. Broken support networks. Personal challenges. These barriers are real, but they're not insurmountable.

We break the cycle. Through targeted intervention and genuine support, we help young people access the employment and stability they deserve. Because when young people have opportunity an, everything changes.

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We believe in the potential of every young individual to thrive with the right guidance and resources.

Our mission:

Dedicated to addressing systemic issues of youth unemployment through innovative programs and partnerships, we cultivate pathways for empowerment and sustainable change.

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Embrace the journey of resilience, where hope meets opportunity. Each step taken is a testament to the strength of the human spirit.

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Our long lasting impact

The Open Hands Project, through the Open Hands Foundation, has worked with youth clubs, schools, and shelters around the world to create programs that support young people in need. From organizing skill-building workshops and recreational activities to providing essential care, we focus on both immediate assistance and long-term empowerment. By engaging youth in creative, educational, and community-building activities, we help them develop confidence, resilience, and practical skills. These initiatives not only meet urgent needs but also inspire hope and open doors to brighter, more independent futures.

£50

Just £50 can fund a skills workshop, mentorship, or training to help a young person step into employment and build their future

£150

£150 can open doors—providing training, coaching, and tools that will help empower the youth to earn and thrive including visits to youth zones and clubs

£800

£800 can support around 16 young people for providing access to skills training and mentorship to help them move toward employment and stability.