Sheffield’s leading construction firm, Henry Boot Construction, has teamed up with several of its supply chain partners to deliver a pro bono office fit-out for local wellbeing charity, Golddigger Trust. 

Officially registered as a charity in 2007, Golddigger Trust has supported thousands of young people over the years, building positive wellbeing and empowering individuals to make affirmative, informed choices for themselves.

In an age of increasing mental health challenges for young people, the demand for and importance of their services continues to grow.

The Sheffield-based charity recently relocated their office from Psalter Lane to The Refinery at 197 Ecclesall Road. Previously home to Blend Kitchen, the move has seen them inherit an impressive kitchen and restaurant space downstairs. The team has decided to transform this space into a Wellbeing Café, which will offer a range of engaging wellbeing activities for the heart, body, mind and soul.

The Wellbeing Café for young people launched in September and has welcomed over 100 people in that time. Its opening times are 3 to 6pm, Monday to Thursday.

Golddigger Trust’s new office space is located on the floor above, and Henry Boot Construction has project managed the creation of a modern, comfortable and collaborative new workspace.

As well as the office space, Henry Boot also co-ordinated the fit-out of Golddigger Trust’s new training and session spaces, including the creation of The Refine Studio, a dedicated space where young people can explore positive physical activities to support their wellbeing – such as yoga and pilates.

Henry Boot chose to support the project to create significant social value for Sheffield’s young people and to invest in the legacy of the Heart of the City project completed in 2023.

Henry Boot worked closely with a host of its trusted local supply chain to deliver the social value project, with Elecomm supporting with mechanical and electrical services, Barn Oak with joinery, and Global with drywall and ceiling work.

Banner Plant, part of the wider Henry Boot group, donated many of the required tools free-of-charge, and C+A Design provided its architectural services pro bono, too.

Tony Shaw, Managing Director from Henry Boot Construction, said:

“As a business deeply rooted in Sheffield, we are always eager to give back to the city and its communities. Golddigger Trust is a remarkable organisation, supporting thousands of young people, and we are thrilled to have played a part in bringing everyone together to create an incredible new office space for them. This would not have been possible without the support of our trusted local partners and a financial donation from the Henry Boot Charity Committee– it was truly a team effort.

“We look forward to continuing to build our relationship with Golddigger Trust, including welcoming them into our own office to provide some wellbeing sessions for our young employees.”

Beth Stout, Chief Executive at Golddigger Trust, said:

“When we set out to open The Refinery, I remember saying that we could only do it by doing it together – that it would take Sheffield stepping up to show our city’s young people that their wellbeing matters to us, and we have been overwhelmed by how Henry Boot and partners have stepped up to make this dream a reality.

“We couldn’t have done it without these amazing people and their hard work will have a huge impact on the lives of thousands of young people. We are so grateful for these deeply skilled and committed people who have delivered a brilliant fit out and enabled us to open The Refinery as a beacon for young people’s wellbeing, shining out across the city to show young people that they matter.

“The work that’s been achieved so far is incredible – getting us ready to help support thousands of young people across the city. But we’re not quite there yet. We’re still on the lookout for support from generous local businesses to help us finish off the kitchens and flooring. If anyone can help us with this final leg of our refurbishment journey, we’d love to hear from you.”

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