What they’re saying…

Here are a few of the kind things people have been saying about The Message recently:

‘The wasted youth of our inner cities represent perhaps the greatest problem society faces. But one glimmer of hope is being provided by a dynamic charity some say is one of Greater Manchester’s best-kept secrets.’
Manchester Evening News, June 9, 2008

‘I’m a huge supporter of The Message Trust because it works in partnership with my officers and staff in communities with all sorts of different projects. We can only do what we do if there are good local groups like The Message Trust working with us.’
Peter Fahy, Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police

‘It is my personal pleasure to wholeheartedly endorse the work of The Message Trust, a charity which is single-minded about helping the young people of Greater Manchester. Not only have I seen how committed Andy Hawthorne and The Message are to the young people of this city, but celebrate the fantastic results of their effort in so many young lives. I therefore urge you to support their work in whatever way you can.’
Warren Smith Esq JP, Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester

‘It is my great pleasure to endorse wholeheartedly the work of The Message Trust. The Message Trust is an award-winning, pioneering, cutting-edge Christian charity, born out of a sheer passion, desire and commitment to see lives changed, crime drastically reduced and communities transformed across Greater Manchester’.
Rt Hon Hazel Blears MP (Salford)

‘I have supported The Message Trust for a number of years and am continually impressed by their passion and total commitment to improving the lives of young people, particularly in areas of severe deprivation. I have seen at first hand the impact they have made in some of the toughest neighbourhoods.’
Michael Oglesby, former High Sheriff of Greater Manchester and Chairman, Bruntwood Limited

‘In my role I am acutely aware of the impact crime has on individuals, communities and businesses and that the causes of crime are complex. This is why Greater Manchester Police work in partnership with specialist agencies such as The Message. This partnership is highly significant and I would like to encourage you to stand with them to play your part for the safety and prosperity of our city.’
Neil Wain, Chief Superintendent, Stockport Division, GMP

‘I have been thrilled to see the positive impact the work of The Message, in partnership with the Police and Salford City Council, has had in some challenging areas in Salford. The community response and sustained improvements have made a real difference.’
John Willis, former Chief Executive, Salford City Council

‘The Message Trust has a tremendous track record of commitment to the city. Many of our Anglican churches and the communities they represent across the city have benefited from their tireless efforts to transform communities and improve individuals lives.’
Rt Rev Nigel McCulloch, Bishop of Manchester