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Meet the EBFT team
Get to know our team! From our leadership to our frontline staff, find out who’s who at the Elaine Bain Family Trust.
Meet
Our Team

All our team are locals who have lived and worked in the area for a considerable amount of time.

In addition to working at EBFT, their placement and contributions at the heart of the local communities across the borough gives an excellent understanding of the challenges and opportunities which young people are presented with. Each individuals knowledge and links gives us an extensive network through which care and support can be maximised and tailored.

Our Trustees
Keith Courtney
Keith Courtney
Trustee

Business owner, lead trustee, co-founder and supporter of ebft.

Having lived and worked in the area for most of his life, Keith has a strong commitment to supporting those in need, often wider than the charity albeit this is a focal point both here and in Portugal. Keith is a keen traveller and has interests in a broad range of sports, in particular, Tennis but previously, Cricket and Rugby.

Travis Townsend
Travis Townsend
Trustee

Mainstay of the charities delivery over the past 8 years built on experience from professional sport and working in communities supporting young people in need.

Travis is a local resident and remains active in Cricket, broader sport and family life.

Steve Downham Clarke
Steve Downham-Clarke
Trustee

A lifelong borough resident, Steven has had an extensive career in education across the North of England, recently including over a decade in Senior Leadership and Executive positions.

A keen sportsman, outdoor enthusiast and dog owner.

Interested in
Volunteering or work experience?

The staff are supported by our fantastic volunteers who bring their skills, experiences and give time to deliver our programme and activities.

We will also support work experience (WEX) for those interested in working in youth work, education and the third sector.

If you are interested in volunteering or WEX with us, please drop us a line via the contact us page.

Note – Volunteers will require a DBS check.
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