27/12/2025
🌟 Making a Difference in Rossendale! 🌟
We’re thrilled to support Vision, a fantastic charity helping young people stay safe, happy, and resilient. Thanks to our £250 donation, along with the support of others, VISION was able to reach 2,944 children and teenagers (aged 7-18) in 10 local schools this year!
Some highlights from 2025:
✅ 1,695 pupils aged 7-18 benefited from HEART + MIND lessons, gaining confidence to identify online dangers and respond safely.
📱 Did you know? Over 60% of 8-year-olds have their own phone, with some already on TikTok or Snapchat.
⚠️ Around 75% of 8-year-olds admitted to bypassing age checks online—showing just how important these lessons are.
💬 Teacher feedback says it all:
"Very interactive session. Pupils were so well engaged and messages of staying safe were put across to children in a great way. Thank you!" – A. Lorgat, Waterfoot Primary School
"The children learned practical tips to protect themselves while navigating the digital world." – L. O’Mara, Newchurch St Nicholas CE Primary School
These quotes really highlight how VISION’s HEART + MIND program is making a real difference, keeping children safe online and helping them build confidence in a digital world.
VISIONS next appeal will be in February 2026. If you know of any other local businesses or individuals who may be able to help cover the cost of our work with schools, please email [email protected]
Young people in Rossendale need our help more than ever. Our work runs on the generosity of local people. Could you donate today?