Supporting care leavers in London

Your start is not your story.

We support care leavers aged 18-21 to build stable, independent lives through mentoring, paid internships, and real opportunities. Because everyone deserves someone in their corner.

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Mentors, employers & young people
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Not everyone gets what they need at the start. But that doesn't have to be the end of the story.

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Tigi
Founder, Be That CIC
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Focus
Ages 18-21
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Based in
London
80k+
Children in care across the UK
10k
Leave care each year
39%
Not in education, employment or training
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Person can change everything

We're building a future where care leavers are defined by where they're going - not where they came from.

Be That CIC exists because the support that changes lives shouldn't be accidental. We connect care leavers with trained mentors, real job opportunities, and the practical support needed to thrive - not just survive. Where mentors show up, opportunities are real, and no one has to figure it out alone.

Real support. Real opportunities.

Four pillars designed to address the actual barriers care leavers face.

One-to-One Mentoring

Matched with trained mentors who provide guidance, support, and belief. Someone in your corner who shows up consistently - not because they have to, but because they choose to.

Paid Internships

Real work experience with employers who understand. Earn while you learn, build your CV, and create pathways to permanent roles. No unpaid "exposure" - genuine opportunity.

Digital Inclusion

Access to devices, connectivity, and digital skills training. Because applying for jobs, managing benefits, and staying connected shouldn't be blocked by not having a laptop.

Financial Capability

Practical money skills for real life. Budgeting, bills, savings, credit, and navigating the financial world with confidence. The stuff most people learn at home.

There's a role for everyone.

Whether you need support, want to provide it, or can open doors - we want to hear from you.

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Care Leavers

Aged 18-21 in London? Looking for a mentor, work experience, or just someone who gets it? We're here for you - no judgement, no hoops.

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Employers

Access resilient, motivated talent you might be missing. We provide wraparound support so you can focus on what you do best - while genuinely changing lives.

Partner with us
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Mentors

Share your experience. Make a real difference. Full training and ongoing support provided. You don't need to be perfect - you just need to show up.

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Built by someone who's been there.

I'm a care leaver. At a moment that could have gone either way, someone showed up for me - and that changed everything.

Be That exists because that support shouldn't be down to luck. Every care leaver deserves someone in their corner.

Tigi Founder, Be That CIC

"Be what you needed."

Someone showed up for us. Now it's our turn.

Whether you're a care leaver looking for support, an employer wanting to make a difference, or someone ready to mentor - the next step starts with a conversation.