Reach Rainhill C.I.C. is a not-for-profit organisation based in Rainhill, St Helens. We combine the expertise of a mental-health-informed leadership team with the accessibility and trust of informal youth engagement, creating a unique approach to supporting young people where they are: in their communities.

We are passionate advocates for the value of youth work and the urgent need for sustainable funding to ensure no young person is left without safe spaces, trusted relationships, and opportunities to thrive.

From our base in Rainhill, we work across St Helens’ wards, delivering projects that:
• Improve well-being and resilience.
• Reduce barriers to access.
• Champion youth voice in decision-making.
• Strengthen the connection between young people and their communities.

Our flagship model, Reach OUT, delivers place-based detached youth work in specific wards, building trust and making early interventions with young people most at risk. Each area has its own local identity, for example Reach Parr or Reach Central, creating both community ownership and clear impact for funders.

We believe in clinically informed, informally delivered youth work; combining professional knowledge with an approachable, youth-led style that engages those who may not access traditional services.

Together with families, schools, local services, and community members, we’re creating inclusive, resilient communities where young people feel seen, heard, and supported.