The Kent Foundation

In: Charity
Contact: Caroline Hallett
Room B.45 Sessions House, , Maidstone , ME14 1XQ
https://kentfoundation.org

The Kent Foundation : Empowering Kent’s Young Entrepreneurs since 1985

Founded in 1985 by the Rt Hon Lord Aldington, the Kent Foundation is a dynamic platform for aspiring young business owners in Kent. Our mission is to foster innovation, drive economic growth, and create sustainable employment opportunities for the youth of Kent.

Our Mission:

To empower young entrepreneurs by providing essential support, turning their business ideas into reality, and contributing to Kent’s prosperity through business growth, wealth creation, and job opportunities.

What Sets Us Apart:

We are dedicated to creating an environment that enables young people to achieve sustainable employment through self-employment and new enterprises, minimizing risk and maximizing growth potential.

Core Focus: Champion Program

Join our Champion community, feel great and make a difference with minimal time or cash contribution, tailored to fit your work and lifestyle. Help us identify individuals who:

  • Are starting or already running a business
  • Can volunteer 12 hours to mentor an entrepreneur
  • May donate funds to support young entrepreneurs
  • Can provide marketing, sales, or other resources
  • Could offer work experience or permanent job opportunities

Benefits of Joining as a Champion:

  • Feel great about contributing to underserved young entrepreneurs
  • Receive a Champion Badge after your first contribution
  • Stand a chance to win fantastic prizes in our quarterly draw
  • Enjoy subsidised tickets and automatic entry to our annual Champion Awards dinner
  • Increase your impact on the local economy, job creation, and county revenue growth
  • Boost your organisation’s employee engagement, productivity, wellbeing, and retention
  • Help reduce county social care pressures by supporting the independence and success of young people

Join us in shaping the future of Kent’s entrepreneurial landscape and making a positive impact on the lives of young business owners.

I have been a mentor at The Kent Foundation since 2010. If you are a young entrepreneur aged 18-40 and are looking for free support for an existing business or a concept that you'd like to develop, there's a lot they can do for you.

Mentor, Patrick Lohlein

I recently attended a series of workshops by The Kent Foundation. I learnt a lot of valuable knowledge, from what it takes to start a business, to how to make your business official and keeping track of finances. I highly recommend The Kent Foundation to anyone interested in creating their own business or going freelance.

Mentee, Pria K
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