NIGEL OWENS OPENS NEW KITCHEN FOR FISHGUARD YOUTH HUB
WalesFishguard and Goodwick Young Person’s Trust Ltd has been awarded a grant of £10,000 to upgrade their kitchen.
Welsh rugby legend Nigel Owens was the guest of honour at Point Youth Centre Fishguard at the opening of their new kitchen, funded by Wooden Spoon Wales & UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Nigel refereed 100 international tests , 4 Rugby World Cups including a World Cup final & staff & the local community joined representatives of Wooden Spoon Wales at the official opening.
Point has been supporting vulnerable young people aged 10- 25 across Pembrokeshire at the Popworks in Fishguard for almost 25 years & provides a safe meeting place where disadvantaged youngsters can meet & enjoy a hot meal as well as learn new life skills.
The new commercial-standard kitchen will enable the charity to continue providing 20–30 nutritious meals daily while expanding opportunities for young entrepreneurs and wider community initiatives.
Wooden Spoon is a charitable organisation dedicated to transforming lives through the power of the rugby community. Known for its commitment to supporting children and young people with disabilities or facing disadvantage across the UK and Ireland, the charity has funded numerous projects that create opportunities for children and young people. With a strong track record of impactful, community-driven initiatives, Wooden Spoon aims to improve lives through physical, educational, and social projects. Through collaborations such as this, Wooden Spoon continues its mission to make positive, lasting change in communities.
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