Corporate Partnerships
Partnerships Empower Young Lives
Building Self-Belief in the Next Generation
At I Can & I Am, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, find their voice and discover where they belong.
By becoming one of our charity’s partners, your business can play a pivotal role in empowering young people to overcome challenges and build a brighter future. Our charities mission has always been to provide all our services free of charge within the state sector and we know that it's possible to continue with this strategy. This is the only way that we can ensure that those young people who really need our support are able to access our services. Therefore, it is vital to continuing to grow our income streams through business partnerships.
Our Corporate Partners
Why You Should Become Our Corporate Partner
Young people today face unprecedented challenges that can have a significant impact on their mental health and self-belief. Recent statistics reveal that 1 in 5 young people aged 8-25 suffer from a probable mental health disorder.
At I Can & I Am, we are dedicated to addressing this crisis by building self-belief and resilience in young people. Our mission is to inspire and equip them with simple, effective tools that boost their confidence and develop a positive mindset.
Since the charity formed in 2015 we have worked tirelessly to build a brilliant team to work throughout both state and private sector schools to deliver our messages to help combat low self-belief.
The Impact of I Can & I Am
Working with over 150 schools per year
The charity works with over 100 schools every year across the South of England. These include primary, secondary, SEND schools and Universities. We also work with other charities and businesses.
Over 11,000 students per year
In 2024 we welcomed over 11,000 young people on board our buses, up from 6,500 the previous year. Most days during term time, we have 2 buses in 2 schools, each working with approximately 50 pupils.
Visitors love their time on the bus!
In 2024, the average score for enjoyment of a bus visit was 4.76 out of 5. Visitors asked about their self-belief after coming on the bus, 81.8% replied that it was higher. When asked what they found useful about their time on the bus, 75.8% responded with either "talking" or "learning" (over and above "free pizza" or "missing a lesson"!)
Free support for all state schools
All work with schools within the state sector is provided free of charge. This includes visits by our buses and presentations from James Shone. We ask for a donation to the charity where possible. We never want cost to be a barrier.
Corporate Charity Partnerships Make the Difference
The support of a corporate charity partner can have a profound impact on young lives. Through funding we already receive from corporate partners, as well as our many fundraising projects and paid work within private schools, we are able to offer all our services free of charge within the state sector.
This is the only way that we can ensure that those young people who really need our support are able to access our services. Continuing to grow these income streams is vital to enable us to spread our reach further.
Funding More Bus Visits:
Enable us to bring our inspirational Buses to more schools, providing a unique and engaging environment for more young people to build self-belief and resilience.
Sponsoring School Presentations:
Help us reach more students with our motivational talks and workshops, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive.
Supporting Teacher and Parent Workshops:
Enable us to provide resources to those who guide and support young people, ensuring our message has an impact far beyond the classroom.
What Are the Benefits to Your Business?
Partnering with I Can & I Am enhances your brand’s reputation, fosters employee engagement, and demonstrates corporate social responsibility.
Involvement with I Can & I Am is involvment with a charity who will make you feel proud of the relationship. We will provide regular updates on our work, regular volunteering opportunities, workshops for your teams and presentations from James Shone.
Collaborate with us to empower young people and create a positive community impact. Here’s how:
Positive Brand Association:
Aligning with a charity that is making a genuine, measurable impact on the lives of young people will not only enhance your corporate reputation but also demonstrate your commitment to supporting youth development and mental health to new audiences.
Fulfilment of CSR Objectives:
Actively supporting a cause that drives real change and engaging in corporate fundraising and charity partnerships can significantly boost a company’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) goals. This will help your business stand out, build trust with your stakeholders and demonstrate your commitment to giving back.
Enhanced Employee Morale:
Employees who feel connected to a charitable cause are often more motivated and engaged in their work. By supporting us, your team will experience the pride and fulfilment of contributing to a meaningful cause. This can boost morale, strengthen team bonds and create a stronger sense of purpose within your organisation.
Skill Sharing:
Corporate partnerships can go beyond financial donations. You can work closely with our charity, take part in volunteering opportunities, exchange skills and become an active ambassador for us to demonstrate your commitment to corporate social responsibility.
How to Get Started
Getting involved with I Can & I Am is easy, and your support - no matter how big or small - will make a huge difference in the lives of young people.
Whether you choose to make a donation, sponsor one of our events or become one of our valued corporate partners, your contribution will help us continue delivering the essential tools to empower young people and ensure the sustainability of our work.
Thank you for your support!
Together, we can create lasting change and inspire a resilient generation of young people.
