YN – Young Norwood

Norwood’s professional network for people aged 18-35

Are you a young professional looking to make a difference in your community? Then Young Norwood (YN) is for you.

YN provides a springboard for young adults from all professions and backgrounds to get involved in Norwood’s vital work and shape the future of the charity.

There are so many exciting ways you can be involved in YN – from attending networking events, to volunteering and seeing firsthand the difference you can make, while meeting some of the wonderful people we support.

YN is a way for the leaders of tomorrow to play a dynamic role in their community today. Here are some of the ways you can get involved:

Leadership

Through YN, Norwood can provide young adults with an exclusive insight and direct access to Norwood’s key leadership and senior personnel. We provide comprehensive training for young people who want to become more engaged with Norwood, supporting them with their future involvement.

Events

YN events are dedicated to raising vital funds for all Norwood services by attracting high-profile speakers and offering exceptional networking opportunities. We hold activities across a broad range of industry sectors, including business, property, entertainment and finance.

Upcoming events include:

• YN Property Awards Dinner
• YN Business Entrepreneurs Event
• A brand new YN Social

Volunteering

YN volunteers play an active role in helping us deliver our life-changing services for thousands of vulnerable people. From corporate volunteering to befriending vulnerable adults, you can support your community while learning new skills and enhancing your CV.

YN Challenges

Norwood Challenges take you all over the world, from India to Israel, from Nepal to Nicaragua. Whether running, cycling or trekking, you’ll experience the adventure of a lifetime. As well as taking on epic challenges with your fellow Norwood supporters, you’ll get the chance to meet the people whose lives you are helping to change.

Patronage

YN Patronage is a way for young supporters to show their commitment to Norwood. Signing up to the programme enables young adults to become an integral part of our life-changing work and support thousands of vulnerable people to achieve their potential.

YN Patrons can make a one-off, fixed donation, or donate the same annual amount in monthly instalments via direct debit.

As well as changing lives, you will, in return for your generous support, receive:

•opportunities to meet the people we support

•tailored communication to meet your individual interests

•invitations to exclusive events

•opportunities to network with other major donors

•the chance for your name to be included in our communications, on headed notepaper.

Get in touch

Young Norwood is, quite simply, the future of Norwood. To sign up to YN, please contact Rebecca (Becky) Woolfe, YN Manager.

Email: gemma.mishon@norwood.org.uk