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YMCA DownsLink Group adds its voice to 100 charities calling on the Home Office to stop housing unaccompanied asylum seeking children in hotels.

In 2017, Charlotte Steer, Step Down Project Worker, was visiting her Uncle in New York following months of backpacking when she came across a unique sock opportunity.

There has been a lot of festivities across the organisation this week, from Christmas tree decorations to winter hamper making, and of course, some delicious roast dinners!

Last week, a group of seven families and some staff from our Brighton Young Families Project were invited to visit Santa's magical grotto in Hassocks. 

Ben had a difficult time growing up and was thrown out of home at just 15. Through the perseverance of a teacher, Ben was given a home in our 24-hour supported accommodation and life got better. 

We had a brilliant evening at the national YMCA Youth Matters Awards 2022 on Friday evening!

After thirteen years with YMCA DownsLink Group, Chas Walker has decided to step down as CEO.

Donate to YMCA DownsLink Group as part of The Big Give Christmas Challenge during week of 29th Nov to 6th Dec 2022 and your donation will be doubled.