Unlocking Potential. Creating Opportunity. Changing Lives.
About Us
Eastern Futures is a Suffolk-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people through inclusive, engaging and empowering opportunities.
We believe every young person deserves the chance to feel confident, capable and connected — regardless of background, ability or circumstance. Through positive experiences, meaningful relationships and real-world skill building, we help young people discover what they are capable of and who they can become.
What We Do
Employability and Vocational Skills
We provide tutoring, mentoring, and learning resources to help disadvantaged young people achieve their full potential.
Personal Development
From job readiness, vocational courses including digital literacy, our training programs give individuals the skills they need to thrive in today’s competitive world.
Health and Wellbeing
We focus on the holistic needs of groups and individuals in our community, supporting mental health, physical wellbeing, and social inclusion.
Social Connection and Confidence
Our initiatives promote learning, boost confidence, and unite communities for a common cause, making a lasting impact.
Why It Matters
Many children and young people face barriers to participation, confidence, education and employment. Without the right support, these barriers can limit their future.
Eastern Futures helps to remove those barriers by:
Building self-esteem and resilience
Improving physical and mental wellbeing
Encouraging teamwork, communication and trust
Reducing isolation and increasing belonging
Developing real employability skills
Inspiring ambition and motivation
Our programmes don’t just fill time — they shape futures.
The Difference We Make
Through positive experiences and trusted support, young people begin to:
Believe in themselves
Discover new interests and talents
Form meaningful friendships
Develop independence and responsibility
Gain confidence for education, training and employment
We see young people transform from uncertain and disengaged to confident, capable and hopeful.
Our Vision
At Eastern Futures, we are committed to creating brighter pathways for Suffolk’s children and young people. We don’t define them by their challenges — we champion their potential.
By investing in opportunity today, we help build stronger, healthier and more resilient communities for tomorrow.
