SWAN City Youth Service (SCYS) has received a $20,000 funding boost to support vital equipment and maintenance upgrades that will strengthen the organisation’s day to day operations.

The funding was an election commitment from Midland MLA Steve Catania and has been invested in practical infrastructure improvements, including new storage cabinets and laptops for staff to improve efficiency, support frontline workers, and enhance SCYS’s ability to deliver services to young people across the community.

SCYS provides essential support to young people facing disadvantage, including counselling, outreach, case management and access to safe, supportive spaces and works directly with young people experiencing instability, disengagement or personal crisis, helping them build pathways toward stability and independence.

The delivery of the commitment reflects a focus on ensuring community organisations have the resources they need to operate effectively and continue supporting vulnerable young people across the region.

Mr Catania said the Swan City Youth Service does valuable work with young people who often need support the most.

“They are on the ground every day, providing real help and that’s something I value deeply. This commitment was always intended to deliver practical improvements, and I’m pleased to see it now supporting staff with the equipment they need to do their jobs effectively.”

Swan City Youth Service chief executive officer Rachel Robertson said the funding had made a real difference for her team.

“Having reliable equipment and properly fitted storage allows our staff to work more efficiently and focus on what matters most, supporting young people in our community.”