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Matt Smith
Project Lead
Project Leads manage the project, staff and build relationships with partners
Matt is a JNC qualified Youth Worker and has managed Youth Services for a number of years. He has worked in Children & Families service for 19 years. Matt has an MA in Health & Community Development and is trained as a PRINCE2 Project Manager. He has a passion for working with young people and supporting them to be the best they can be. He is innovative and creative with a desire to help young people solve their own problems. Matt believes that with good relationship building, time and dedication anything is possible.
Latest News
£1 million National Lottery boost to help 2000 more care leavers build independent lives and influence change
The National House Project has been awarded a £1 million grant from The National Lottery Community Fund to help 2,000 more care leavers secure homes, build independence, and shape services, expanding its proven support program across England, Scotland, and Wales while amplifying young people’s voices.
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We’re Taking Part in the Glasgow Kiltwalk 2026 – Join Us!
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be participating in the Glasgow Kiltwalk 2026 on Sunday, 26th April! This is one of Scotland’s most popular charity walking events, and it’s open to everyone, whether you want to take part in the walk or simply support our fundraising efforts.
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New Local House Project to launch in Cheshire East
Cheshire East is launching a new house project to support care leavers with skills, guidance, and community as they transition to independent living. The first programme starts May–August 2026.
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