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NYAS launches fund to support young care leavers

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Young people aged between 16 and 25 who have left local authority care can now access a grant of up to £500.
The fund is open for care leavers aged 16 to 25. Picture: NYAS
The fund is open for care leavers aged 16 to 25. Picture: NYAS

The Knapman Fund was launched by National Youth Advocacy Service (NYAS) and is open to any young people who have previously received support from NYAS.

The fund provides grants of up to £500 for young care leavers and allows them to put money towards initiatives or goods that will enable them to access education, find employment or support their independence.

The fund aims to enhance future life chances of children leaving care, with 40 per cent of care leavers not in employment, education or training.

Children in care are expected to live independently from as young as 16, and often will not have the same access to financial and familial support as many others do at that age, NYAS said.

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