With more than 25 years’ experience in the community and voluntary sector, Access Employment Limited (AEL) provides a diverse range of businesses and activities within one community hub. Supported by The James Kane Foundation, they have recently launched a project...
Projects
James Kane Foundation supports the Lincoln Awards
This year The James Kane Foundation is supporting the Lincoln Awards, a bursary programme delivered by the Integrated Education Fund (IEF). Paul Caskey OBE, Chief Executive of the Integrated Education Fund, said: “The Integrated Education Fund (IEF) is...
Young STEM Ambassadors at Portadown College
The Young STEM Ambassadors programme at Portadown College is helping to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators. Since launching in 2024, over 30 Year 14 students studying A-Level Science subjects have taken part, delivering interactive...
STEMStart
The James Kane Foundation is supporting The Advantage Foundation Ltd to deliver STEMStart, an innovative programme that empowers young people to develop sustainable business ideas inspired by STEM and linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Working with...
Supporting Young People’s Mental Health Through School-Based Mentoring
With CAMHS and school counselling services under increasing pressure, four junior high schools in the Craigavon area have come together to provide additional support for pupils experiencing emotional wellbeing challenges and difficulties engaging with education....
Expanding STEM Opportunities for Rural Pupils at Aughadarragh Primary School
With support from The James Kane Foundation, pupils at St Patrick's Primary School in Aughadarragh have benefited from a programme designed to increase access to high-quality STEM education in a rural community. The project delivered hands-on workshops in coding,...
Pixels & Possibilities
Pixels & Possibilities is a digital illustration and creative technology project delivered in primary and secondary schools and community settings across the Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area by West Armagh Consortium. Our funding supports the...
Business Experience Programme
The James Kane Foundation is pleased to support the Business Experience Programme, a structured mentoring initiative designed to connect students with local employers and provide insight into career pathways and workplace expectations. The programme involved:• 30...
Re-igniting Core Manufacturing Skills
This vital project, delivered by Lumen Christi College, Derry, with support from a donation from The James Kane Foundation, is helping to bring traditional manufacturing skills back to the heart of practical learning. Students will gain hands-on experience in milling,...
