Prestigious award for Blyth-based charity
A Blyth-based charity is celebrating after being named as one of the 22 winners of the 2026 Weston Charity Awards.
The awards recognise the efforts of voluntary and community organisations across the North of England, the Midlands and Wales and BRIC (Blyth Resource and Initiative Centre) was praised for its continued commitment to helping adults gain vital skills, improve confidence and move closer to employment.
BRIC, which has been operating for more than 40 years, delivers a wide range of training and support services.
They include digital skills training, adult literacy training, employability workshops and functional skills maths and English – all at no cost to the beneficiaries.
BRIC’s CEO Sharron Fawcett highlighted the importance of accessible learning opportunities, noting that many local residents benefit from the charity’s practical, skills-based approach to training.
She added that as Blyth continues to see wider regeneration and investment, BRIC’s role in providing education, skills and support remains a vital part of the town’s social infrastructure.