50 SENIOR LEADERS, UNITED AGAINST YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT.
The team of leaders are taking on a three-day, two-night Scottish Highlands challenge, stepping away from the boardroom and into the wild. This is more than an adventure, it’s a test of resilience, teamwork and leadership in one of the UK’s most remote and breathtaking landscapes.
Date: Tuesday 15th - Thursday 17th September 2026
Fundraising Target: a collective team target of £500,000
Jonathan Townsend, Chief Executive, The King's Trust
"As The King's Trust celebrates 50 years of supporting young people into employment, it's important that we not only celebrate all we’ve achieved but focus on what is still to be done. Nearly 1 million young people in the UK are out of work, education, and training, with little hope for the future. That's not something we can ignore.
It's an important moment for UK business leaders to come together, show their support of our country’s young people – our future leaders. We'll be challenging our leaders to not only work together, but to raise significant funds that will help The King's Trust continue our work in ending youth unemployment. They can make a real difference to the unemployment landscape out there for young people."
UNITING AGAINST YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT
The challenge offers a rare opportunity to disconnect from the boardroom and connect with a cause that truly matters. The team will be building meaningful connections, whilst experiencing firsthand the remarkable work of The King’s Trust.
They'll also be raising significant funds to help The King's Trust build the nation's future workforce, at a time when over 900,000 young people are out of work.
Here to help
If you would like more information about The King's Trust CEO Challenge, or have any questions, please get in touch. We are in the office Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Email: CEO.Challenge@kingstrust.org.uk
