'You’re always one decision away from a totally different life.'

ANONYMOUS

BEFRIENDING SERVICES

With more and more children slipping through the crevices of society and disengaging with the educational system, our restorative befriending program provides day break experiences which are a source of sustenance, providing the structures needed to build boldness, kindness and courage.

We work alongside professionals to tailor experiences specifically for children’s needs and our follow-up programs provide an opportunity for each child to join a transformational scheme to develop their personal interests and/or future career aspirations. 


WHAT WE OFFER:

  • 1:1 coaching and mentoring sessions

  • Creative workshops (including music, art therapy, storytelling and poetry)

  • Nature walk and talks

  • Animal feeding

  • Cooking and dining experience 

  • Horse riding

  • Work experience placements

  • Career mentoring

children’s retreats

At Why Give UK, we are passionate about seeing children and young people living life to the full. Merging creativity with the ethereal beauty of nature, our all inclusive weekend retreats are designed to bring wellness, connectivity, aspiration and growth. 

For younger children (aged 8-10 years old), we also take them on the wonderful journey through the story of The Purple Potion book. They learn how a young boy and his sister hurdle through difficult experiences like grief and abandonment, whilst simultaneously encountering the adventure of maturing, building friendships, facing opposition and developing resilience.

Through creative workshops, group activities and engaging with nature, our silver lining is nurturing young people who are bold, kind and courageous, knowing that the world is an oyster, what’s in it is truly for the taking.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • The Purple Potion Experience™

  • Animal feeding

  • Nature walk and talks

  • Cooking and dining experience

  • Art therapy

  • Music workshops

  • Affirmations & gratitude

  • Storytelling

  • Creative writing workshops

  • Fashion workshops

  • Horse riding

  • Film-making

SHORT BREAKS SERVICES

Every child deserves to reach their full potential. Short breaks for children and young people who have a disability and special educational needs are designed to provide well-needed respite to both children and their families, while creating opportunities to take part in unforgettable experiences and develop invaluable skills.

Every short break is specially tailored with each child in mind following an initial assessment of their needs, ensuring the experience is truly memorable.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Day or overnight short breaks stays

  • Animal feeding

  • Nature walk and talks

  • Cooking and dining experience

  • Art therapy

  • Music workshops

  • Affirmations & gratitude

  • Storytelling

  • Fashion workshops

  • Horse riding

  • Film-making

parenting retreats

Parents can escape into the tranquillity of the countryside to unwind from the pressures of busy schedules. Raising children can be difficult and as the old adage says, it takes a village to raise a child, so spending time with others, socialising, relaxing and learning can be a source of encouragement and empowerment.

We also know that coming away just to connect with oneself is equally important, we have created ample time for that too.


What we offer:

  • Affirmations & gratitude

  • Parenting sessions

  • Wellbeing workshops

  • Nature walk and talks

  • Cooking and dining experience

  • Art therapy 

  • Spa treatments 

'The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude.'

Oprah Winfrey

THE PERFECT ECOSYSTEM.

When young people and their families attend any one of our retreats, they have an opportunity to sign up to The Radical Transformation Academy. We have partnered with industry professionals to provide follow-up support systems to coach and educate in the follow fields:

  • Wellbeing

  • Parenting 

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Financial literacy 

  • Film-making & media

  • Music 

  • Employability skills

  • Leadership

  • Make-up artistry

  • Work placements 


After an initial assessment, we co-design a virtual transformational programme with participants to ensure they are suited to their needs. If there is more than one area of interest, the structure permits flexibility for various topics to be combined. 

The scheme is for ninety days, with an in-person meeting every six weeks, work placements and provision of breaks for respite and implementation.

If you would like to be added to the waiting list to receive a brochure of the upcoming programmes in our academy, please contact us below.