On this #InternationalDayOfCharity we would like to thank our Lodgings Hosts, our Grant Funders, our Trustees, those who donate and everyone who supports us. You have made a difference in the lives of hundreds of homeless young people in the 20 years since we were established.

Attended Trauma Informed Training today delivered by Karen Welsh for Lancashire Violence Reduction Network. So much to 'take away' including the lasting impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, the 4 qualities of empathy and how professional curiosity saves lives. A day well spent. Thank you.

Thank you to the staff, customers and Community Champions at Rawtenstall and Haslingden Tesco for the kind donation of cleaning products for our Teenage Family Project. Our young Mums are struggling with the cost of living so these cleaning packs will be really appreciated.

20 years of Rossendale's M3 Project Thank you for all you do for our young people. Nice to be with you this morning to recognise 20 years of outstanding work. Andrew Walmsley Jayne Turner

Why young people struggle to "get on the property ladder" ...

It's soup weather! What's your favourite? Our Charity Officer Jayne has ditched the home prepared salad and cheated by opening a tin of vegetable soup for lunch today. Join our Big Soup Social fundraiser to help homeless young people. Message us for a free fundraising pack.

Delighted to have been approached by Tilbury Douglas Building North to discuss how they can support our work with homeless and vulnerable young people during the construction of All Saints' Catholic High School in Rawtenstall. #Socialvalue #younghomeless #charity #Rossendale #construction

The Tilbury Douglas team are excited to be partnering M3 Project to support homeless and vulnerable young people in East Lancashire Rossendale Borough Council Lancashire County Council

This promises to be a great event in support of M3 Project. We'd love to see you there.

Today's poverty stats from the DWP are horrendous. 4.3 million children in relative poverty - the highest ever 3.6 million children in absolute poverty - up 300k 2.2 million children living in "food insecure" households 820k children living in households that use foodbanks

Our Charity Night for M3 Project is on the 2nd June.

And it's Charity Night in aid of M3 Project on Sunday 2nd June. Proceeds from ticket sales and the raffle will be helping homeless young people and families in East Lancashire. We'd love to see you there.

Young people can thrive in a safe home with the right support: "I have learnt so much from being with M3. My Host has been really supportive. I've learnt many skills & I'm now more mature & confident than ever having more knowledge to better set me up for the future." #proud

Our hearts go out to the many grieving communities affected by the tragic events in Southport & subsequent riots. If you're aged 16 - 21 & need advice about housing we will listen ... regardless of race, ethnicity, faith & identity. EVERYONE deserves a safe place to call home.

Come and meet us at at The Rossendale 60s Festival this Saturday on Rawtenstall Town Square. If you have a spare room and a caring heart find out more about becoming a Host for M3 and providing a young person with a safe and supportive home to improve their life and chances.