Why it matters

A community effort for the community

Whether you have an afternoon a month to give as a volunteer, a business that wants to make a meaningful local impact, or a professional network with relevant expertise, there is a genuine place for you in what we do.

Care leavers in Irvine deserve the same foundation of health knowledge that most young people receive from their families — and building that foundation is, at its core, a community effort. At Slate, we have always believed that the most powerful change happens when people show up for one another in practical, consistent, and generous ways.

Our strongest partnerships have grown from small conversations. If you're wondering whether your skills, your time, or your organisation's resources could make a difference here in Irvine, the answer is almost certainly yes — and we'd love to tell you how.

A Slate volunteer and two young adults talking on Irvine Beach Park with the Firth of Clyde stretching behind them
Three ways to help

Choose how you want to make a difference

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Volunteer

We are always looking for people with skills in health, cooking, mental health, or community work who want to contribute as workshop facilitators, one-to-one mentors, or peer ambassadors. Training and ongoing support are provided, and most volunteer roles require a commitment of just a few hours per month — time that makes a measurable difference to a young person starting out.

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Donate

Your donation funds programme delivery directly — covering community kitchen hire, resource materials, travel support for participants, and the one-to-one navigation sessions that make the biggest difference to the most vulnerable young people we work with. Every pound stays in Irvine and goes to work immediately.

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Partner with us

If you work in health, housing, employability, or local business and want to build a referral partnership or co-deliver a programme, we would love to hear from you. Our strongest outcomes have always come from joined-up working, and we are actively looking for partners who share our commitment to care leavers across North Ayrshire.

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340+
young people supported
91%
report greater health confidence
18
referral partners across Ayrshire

Ready to make a difference in Irvine?

We are a small team and we read every message personally. You can expect a reply within a couple of working days. We would genuinely love to hear from you.

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