From the 2nd to 16th June we are launching the Childhood Trust EmpowerHer Campaign, raising funds to design an impactful and memorable summer for girls in Brixton. We are supporting girls from underrepresented backgrounds in Brixton to have a summer they’ll always remember. Every donation is matched and doubled! Your donation will go directly towards giving girls a summer filled with confidence, friendships, and new skills.
Summer can be boring and may feel lonely for many girls without access to enriching and informal learning activities. So, at Baytree, we believe in creating a space where girls can grow, connect, and discover their potential. This summer we’re offering a programme that combines fun, learning, and mentorship all in a safe, supportive environment.
Explore Our Campaign
What Your Giving Could Achieve:
- A summer filled with opportunity, growth, and joy for every girl involved. From creative arts and crafts to exciting outdoor adventures, each activity is designed to inspire curiosity and build confidence.
- Girls also take part in personal development workshops led by experienced youth workers, where they strengthen their communication, leadership, and self-belief.
- Nutritious meals are provided to ensure every girl feels energised and ready to fully engage in the programme.
Summayah, 14, attended Baytree’s EmpowerHER Summer Programme last year, shortly after finishing her first year of secondary school. Like many young people navigating the transition into a new environment, she was struggling with her confidence and finding it difficult to feel comfortable around others. Through the programme, Summayah found a safe and supportive space where she could build friendships, grow in confidence, and feel more like herself again.
Reflecting on her experience, she shared:
Being part of Baytree’s EmpowerHER Summer Programme made me more relaxed and open, I got to make new friends and it gave me more confidence going into year 8. I’m proud of how I speak louder instead of mumbling, and how I’m not closed off around people anymore.
Why Investing in Summer Matters:
The ripple effect of programmes like at Baytree are evidence-backed and it is important that girls are meaningfully engaged during Summer:
- 93% of girls reported improved wellbeing.
- 91% showed measurable academic progress.
- 92% developed employability skills.
- 97% built strong, positive friendships.
How You Can Get Involved:
📅 Set a reminder for 2nd to 16th June and don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
✉️ Join our newsletter to receive a reminder when the campaign starts.
Every Donation Makes a Difference:
💖 Donate £5 to support a girl’s participation in a workshop.
💖 Donate £10 to cover a week of nutritious meals for a girl.
💖 Donate £25 to fund a week’s worth of summer activities.
Every donation will help us bring joy, confidence, and connection to girls who need it most. Together, we can give them a summer to remember.
Donate Here!
