CatZero takes its name from our 72-foot sailing vessel. Category Zero is a maritime classification meaning a vessel capable of operating without limits or boundaries, and that idea sits at the heart of our approach. We work to give young people and families the experience and mindset to see that their own futures need not be defined by their circumstances.
CatZero works both upstream and at the point of crisis: supporting families and young people to prevent disengagement, while also working intensively with young people who are already NEET or at immediate risk.
CatZero Humber is a charity dedicated to the support of people of all ages, including young people and full families, helping them into employment or training. Its unique way of working for the last fifteen years, through confidence-building activities, tailored plans and by using the organisation’s 72-foot Challenge yacht as a tool for change, has helped hundreds of people back into education, training, or simply on the path towards their goals.
“Before CatZero I was ready to give up, but I can now live life and care for my two children.”
“There’s so much care and enthusiasm; great mentors in helping individuals meet their goals in life.”
“The Full Families programme is making such a difference. It is a benchmark for good practice.”
“This made me realise the sky is the limit and I can do anything! I am strong, I am capable, and I am worth it.”
From unemployed people struggling to find work to our bespoke help for families and young people reaching crisis point, our unique approach allows us to meet specific needs. We break barriers, building trust and confidence in participants using self-analysis, development, and challenge. Our on-going support is also vital, with our ethos: ‘Once CatZero: Always CatZero’.
Welcoming Davide Calogero as our new Head of Business Development & Growth. Some people understand the difference CatZero can make because they’ve seen it first-hand. Our new Head of Business Development & Growth is one of them. We’re delighted to welcome Davide Calogero to the CatZero team. His journey to joining us is a reminder of…
Set Sail with CatZero: Your 2027 Sailing Adventures Await Ready for a challenge? CatZero’s 2027 sailing calendar is packed with adventure. From the world-famous Rolex Fastnet Race to exploring Norway’s coastline, there’s a voyage for you. Join us aboard our 72-foot Challenge yacht. Build your sailing skills, experience life at sea and take on something…
Sometimes the best ideas start with a simple conversation. Following a brief conversation with Nele Andersch of The Reference Point at the Humber Marine & Renewables’ event – Offshore Wind Connections 2025 – an idea was born and the challenge was accepted: could we bring together a group of apprentices and give them the opportunity to undertake…
