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First ever YMCA DownsLink Challenge: We did it!

On a roasting hot day (Saturday 17th July), over 100 participants took on the DownsLink Challenge and walked or ran 16 miles between Horsham […]
Former YMCA resident raising money for youth homelessness

Former resident’s challenge for young people facing homelessness

Meet Alice. Alice moved into our 24-hour supported accommodation in Horsham when she was just 17 years old and facing homelessness. Since then, not […]
taking a stand on racism

Standing together against racism

Chas Walker, CEO speaks out on racism, following the England football team defeat. “The racial abuse targeted at young black players following the football […]
Chaplaincy in YMCA Guildford

Grant from Allchurches Trust brings chaplaincy to YMCA Guildford Foyer

We are delighted to have received a ‘Hope Beyond’ Covid grant from Allchurches Trust which has allowed us to set up chaplaincy sessions at […]
volunteer baked cakes

Group of hero volunteers bake more than 250 cakes a week for homeless and vulnerable

Sussex Bake Down is a group of volunteer cake bakers who have a passion for baking and helping others. Sussex Bake Down believe that […]
e-wellbeing for adults mental health

New adult digital mental health service: e-wellbeing for adults

Mental Health is just as important as physical health and there is no age barrier to experiencing mental health challenges. This year, perhaps more […]

You’re invited to our service-user art exhibition!

This month see’s the launch of Brighton & Hove’s Artists Open Houses – a celebration of the creativity, diversity and culture of one of […]
Eddie Izzard

Eddie Izzard and Sally Gunnell OBE, Support YMCA DownsLink Challenge

We are delighted to have secured the support of local comedian, campaigner and marathon runner extraordinaire Eddie Izzard for our YMCA DownsLink Challenge fundraising […]
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YMCA enables people to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit. Inspired by and faithful to our Christian values, we create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.

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