Meet Jack

After facing unimaginable loss, Jack found hope and stability at YMCA Derbyshire. With support and care, he’s rebuilding his life, pursuing his dream of becoming a brain surgeon, and proving that even after tragedy, a brighter future is possible.
YMCA Jolly Jumper Day

Whether you’re at work, school, or out with friends, wearing your festive knit is an easy way to spread holiday cheer and give hope to those at risk of homelessness this Christmas.
YMCA Ceilidh

Have fun whilst fundraising, and change lives at the YMCA Derbyshire Ceilidh.
Friday 30th January 2026 6.30pm – Midnight at The County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby, DE21 6DA.
Swapping Aprons for Running Shoes: Seven Hospitality Group Runs the Derby Ramathon for YMCA Derbyshire

This June, the teams at Seven Restaurant & Café Bar and The White Hart in Duffield traded their aprons for running shoes to support YMCA Derbyshire.
YMCA Derbyshire hosts another successful Sleep Easy Event

YMCA Derbyshire successfully hosted its fifteenth annual Sleep Easy event on Friday 7 March at Derbyshire County Cricket Ground. To date the event has raised just under £30,000, with donations still being received.
Transformation of Wilmorton Community Gardens continues

Thanks to the generous help and support of several partners, the Wilmorton community gardens are now ready for the next stage of development.
Catherine Atkinson MP appointed Parliamentary Patron for YMCA Derbyshire

YMCA Derbyshire is delighted to announce the appointment of Catherine Atkinson, Labour MP for Derby North, as a Parliamentary Patron.
YMCA Derbyshire Bondholders Breakfast : A “Flipping” Good Morning of Connection and Fun

Over 80 Marketing Derby Bondholders joined us for a pancake race and networking breakfast on Shrove Tuesday 2025.
Elizabeth Fothergill CBE is appointed President of YMCA Derbyshire
Staff and volunteers at one of the county’s oldest charities have welcomed the appointment of Elizabeth Fothergill CBE who has agreed to become the organisation’s new President.
Multiply Christmas Escape Room

Some people might think that the Christmas season isn’t the time of year for maths, but we find this the perfect time of year to encourage learning through fun festive activities.