25 years of LifeLine Projects marks more than a milestone—it’s a turning point.
As we look ahead to the next 25 years, we’re choosing not simply to continue our work, but to deepen it, sharpen it, and expand its reach.
We have renewed our vision for LifeLine’s next chapter.
And our vision is bold and unwavering.
Creating communities where young people and families thrive.
We believe the defining challenge of the coming decades is not a lack of services, but a lack of connection. What people need—now more than ever—is community.
Many young people and families are already supported by strong networks of care, belonging, and opportunity. Too many, however, are not.
Over the next 25 years, LifeLine will focus its energy where the gaps are widest—alongside young people and families who are isolated, marginalised, or excluded—and work to reshape communities so that no-one is left behind.
We will not only respond to need—we will help re-imagine what is possible. As we strengthen communities on the ground, we will also continue to influence policy, systems, and practice at local and national levels, advocating for a society that truly works for all young people and families.
Through mentoring, relational programmes, and strong partnerships, we will empower families and build resilient communities that transform generations.
We envision thriving communities where young people and families
have the support, skills, and connections to lead fulfilling lives.
This is our commitment to connection, care, and belonging.
This is our vision for young people, families, and communities.
This is the future we’re shaping—for all.
Our history
LifeLine Projects was founded in 2000 by a group of volunteers from a local church in East London who saw a need in their local community— women that couldn’t speak English and young people who lacked a safe adult to talk with.
Realising that they could be part of the solution, they began working with isolated and marginalised women and vulnerable young people to help them become agents for change within their community.
Over the last 25 years, we’ve grown from a small charity with just two part-time members of staff, to an organisation employing over 80 members of staff with great impact and national reach.
Our success has been built on listening—listening to our dedicated staff, listening to local people, and being flexible enough to adapt our programmes and structures in response to what we hear, as well as changing needs and funding landscapes. Above all, we have remained guided by our core values, which underpin all our decision-making.