Transforming the lives of young Londoners

We change lives

Renaissance Foundation is a specialist youth charity providing support to young carers and young people with chronic illness, aged between 12 - 18.

Our vision is that no young person should be held back because of their caring responsibilities or health condition. It’s our mission to empower young carers and young people with chronic illness to reach their full potential and embark on their journey of renewal.

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Delivered

93

high impact sessions

In 2023-24, we…

Had

284

hours of contact with our young people

Worked with

36

partner organisations

 News and Updates

Happy International Women's Day! Our teens were so inspired by the amazing women they met at the Nobel Peace Forum in December, including @HillaryClinton, @AnnikenHuitfeldt, @zarifa.ghafari & @HassinaSyed. They spoke about the importance of human
We had a wonderful evening with Bishop Sarah Mullally at the Old Deanery last night. She inspired us with her story of overcoming dyslexia and becoming the first woman to be Bishop of London! 🙌🏼 We were truly honoured to discuss the fantastic work
Our young people at RF recently had the opportunity of a careers visit to Bedrock Group. Our young people gained invaluable insight into the investment industry and received personalised mentoring and careers advice from the knowledgeable and support
We had an incredible half term at RF! Our young people had a blast watching the incredible brand-new show Kurios by @cirquedusoleil at the @royalalberthall, home to the largest contemporary circus producer in the world. A huge thank you to our gene

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 FAQs

  • It is completely free to join the programme and all the activities we provide are free of any charge to young people.

  • 16, we can accept 17 on a case by case basis.

  • Sessions take place at our City Youth Hub, in Aldgate, or externally when we visit inspiring locations.

  • No, but the individual must be well and confident enough to independently travel to programme activities.

  • Yes, multiple family members are welcome to participate in the programme.

  • The charity has returned to in-person activities. Drop In Sessions take place at our City Youth Hub in Aldgate.