Bridging the gap between education and employment
Connecting young people with the world of work - and helping businesses build the workforce of the future.
Inspired by the work and values of
The challenge
young people in the UK are currently not in education, employment or training (NEET).
1,000,000
Every year, another 100,000 young people leave school unprepared for the world of work.
At the same time, businesses are struggling to find work-ready talent - particularly in the sectors that need it most.
That's why we created Tomorrow's Enterprise Foundation - to connect businesses with the talent they need, and give young people the skills, confidence and experience to succeed at work.
Our solution
Tomorrow's Enterprise Foundation is a non-profit organisation transforming how young people experience work before they enter it.
Through high-quality, structured work experiences and skills programmes, we help young people build the skills, behaviours and confidence that employers are looking for - while giving businesses direct access to their future workforce.
What we do
We design and deliver immersive, employer-led programmes that reflect the real world of work.
Young people don't just observe, they take part.
Students work in teams, solve real problems, experience different business roles and gain exposure to inspiring new career paths.
They build practical skills, understand expectations, and see what a future in work could look like. At the same time, businesses build meaningful connections with motivated, local young students.
Key outcomes - student responses
9.1/10
Average enjoyment score
89%
Learned new
skills
65%
Gained future career ideas
The impact
When young people have meaningful experiences with employers, the outcomes are clear:
They are more confident.
More prepared.
More likely to succeed.
And businesses gain access to the workforce they need for the future.
Young people who have three or more meaningful encounters with employers are 86% less likely to end up NEET.
Our programmes can provide up to ten.
Why it works
For young people:
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Builds confidence, skills and work-readiness
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Raises aspirations and opens up real pathways
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Provides access to opportunities many would not otherwise have
For businesses:
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Connects you to a diverse, local talent pipeline
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Supports recruitment in skills shortage areas
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Delivers measurable social impact in your community
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Provides structured, high-quality volunteering for your staff
Key outcomes - student responses
SKILLS DEVELOPED
Teamwork
Communication
Problem solving
Business skills
Leadership
Resilience
93%
87%
74%
60%
59%
69%
62%
Felt more confident after our prorammmes
9.6/10
Average teacher
rating
This opportunity has been life changing. Project Can Do has given me self confidence, expanded my horizons and helped me be resilient when faced with setbacks.
It has allowed me to build new relationships and connections in the world of business, and as a result, I am now starting my own sporting goods business.
I would like to see more opportunities like Project Can Do to be provided for young people like me. It could change their life.
Isaac,
Tomorrow's Enterprise Foundation Graduate, 2023
Student voices
"They didn't treat us like children - they gave us an opportunity to do something that could have a real impact on our life."
Sam, Samworth Church Academy
"I am now considering my own business and have worked out estimated expenses for start-up and maintaining it."
Deven, School of Science and Technology
"It helped me to see the jobs that may fit me best. The Ikigai workshop was particularly helpful."
Anna, Invicta Grammar School
From our founder - Jonathan
Learning how to start my own business changed my life. Now I want to give young people the same opportunity.
Enterprise education is more than just learning about business, it’s about learning a mindset for life
Too many young people are leaving school without the skills, experiences or professional networks they need to thrive in our fast-changing world.
At the same time, employers are struggling to recruit and retain young talent with the skills that matter most - problem solving, teamwork, communication, and curiosity.
Our current education system is lagging behind the needs of today's dynamic job market, and is failing so many of our most vulnerable - and talented - young people.
That's why I created Tomorrow's Enterprise Foundation - to give those talented young people a chance to thrive, and to allow businesses to identify, nurture and support top young talent right on their doorsteps.
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