princes-trust.org.uk/thetrust 03ContentsWelcome to our new-look winter 2012 issue of The Trust, formerly known as Enterprising, which showcases some of the inspiring work that has taken place across The Prince's Trust. It has been a momentous 12 months for The Trust. We celebrated our 35th anniversary last summer and have, to date, helped more than 650,000 young people into work, education and training. We also joined forces with youth charity Fairbridge and now deliver this programme in 15 Prince's Trust Centres across the UK. Through our Celebrate Success Awards, we recognised more than 200 young people who have overcome significant barriers to achieve outstanding success. Read about Sami Jeffs, who won the L'Oréal Paris Young Achiever of the Year Award in the South West, on page 8.Last year will also be remembered for less positive reasons. The number of 16 to 24 year-olds out of work topped one million for the first time since comparable records began in 1992. Once again, the media predicted a "lost generation" - a phrase first coined by The Trust back in 2006. We are committed to providing opportunities to young people who may be feeling lost, and our new advertising campaign (see page 12) captures this, positioning The Trust as a real option for young people - giving hope to many in need of support.I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, whether you are a partner, volunteer or donor - we are extremely grateful for your continued dedication and support. In 2012, we aim to help 50,000 disadvantaged young people to change their lives. With your support, I believe we can achieve this challenging goal. Welcome to The TrustMartina Milburn Chief Executive, The Prince's TrustNewsFundraising concerts, Palace to Palace and moreYouth IndexThe results of The Trust's study into young people's wellbeingComparing notes Two artists who have been helped by The Trust tell us their storiesCentres How we are improving our nationwide network Shopping & support Shop and support The Trust; plus entrepreneur workshops at CitiLost GenerationBehind the scenes of our new awareness campaignVolunteers Two volunteers and a young person talk about their experiencesWild UKA three-day challenge of trekking, kayaking and cyclingAmbassador Q&AWe chat to Sophie Dahl, author, food writer and broadcaster040608101211141617Latest results Sporting news from The Trust020406081011Charity partnership With Blackburn Rovers FCxl club roundup Cricket and tennis successOpportunity 2012 Two young people go sailingGet Started with FootballLeeds United FoundationAmbassador Q&ANoel Hunt, footballerFlip this magazine to read our new-look issueResultThe

STARS ouT in foRce foR The TRuSTFor donations to The Prince's Trust City Riots Appeal newsprinces-trust.org.uk/donate04The Trust / Inspiring young livesAlexandra Burke performs exclusively at The Diamond Ball Rock gAlA conceRTFormer X Factor winner Alexandra Burke gave an exclusive performance at The Diamond Ball at St George's Hall in Liverpool. The event raised £50,000 for The Prince's Trust in the North West. The prestigious black-tie event featured a champagne reception, a four- course meal, a prize raffle and an auction with the chance to win a £10,000 diamond donated by sponsor David M Robinson.The DiAmonD bAllLondon's Royal Albert Hall was packed for the tenth Prince's Trust Rock Gala. Rock and pop legends, including Boy George, Chris de Burgh, Julian Lennon, Mark King, Pete Townshend, Cerys Matthews, Alison Moyet, Joss Stone, The Feeling and Midge Ure, were joined by classical music star Charlie Siem and comedian and musician Tim Minchin in a star-studded line-up at the event, which raised more than £300,000 for The Trust. The concert was also attended by Trust Ambassadors such as actress Tamsin Egerton, actor Sir Ben Kingsley, model Jerry Hall and ex-footballer Dion Dublin. Everyone joined in a rousing finale when all the performers came on stage to sing the David Bowie anthem Heroes.Performers including Boy George, Joss Stone and Tim Minchin taketo the Rock Gala stageTRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, alongside The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, met Take That star and X Factor judge Gary Barlow at his solo concert, held at the Royal Albert Hall, to raise funds for both The Prince's Trust and The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry. "It is an honour to play for members of the royal family," said Gary. "I wanted to hold my solo concerts as a way of raising funds for these amazing charities, which are causes close to my heart." The £300,000 raised from the two solo shows will support five key areas identified by The Prince's Trust City Riots Appeal. Gary Barlow hosts a solo concert for The TrustgARy bARlow conceRTGary Barlow meets TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duke of Cambridge