Matthew Project Christmas gifts to be doubled

This Christmas Norfolk-based drugs and alcohol misuse charity, the Matthew Project, is raising much-needed funds through The Big Give Christmas Appeal.

From Tuesday 29 November to Tuesday 6 December, every donation is doubled with secure matched funds. This year, the charity stands to raise over £60,000 to go towards vital youth services, but they need your help.
 
The transition from child-to-adult is a challenge, but now young people face additional pressures. The Matthew Project supports children and young people with a range of issues including mental health, which, because of the Covid-19 global pandemic this has resulted in a rapid decline for many under 18s.
 
Even before Covid-19, disturbing trends in mental health were emerging across England. Growing child poverty, homelessness and food poverty have all contributed to an unprecedented rise in mental health problems. A staggering 1 in 6 children had a probable mental health condition in 2021, up from one in nine in 2017.
 
The Matthew Project seeks to support young people through one-to-one, outreach, group work as well supporting parents and carers. They offer young people the opportunity to build emotional resilience, boost self-esteem and increase in self-confidence. Together they find hope and look forward to a brighter future.
 
This festive season you too can bring hope to young people across Norfolk by donating to The Big Give Christmas Appeal. Scan the QR code above to double your donation, or visit the website www.matthewproject.org/thebiggive