At YMCA Derbyshire, our Housing Navigators are at the heart of the support we provide to young people and community members.
Working directly with those living in our accommodation, housing navigators build relationships, help to achieve goals, organise assistance and support individuals to gain confidence and independence to move onto permanent residence.Now, he’s flourishing in ways he never thought imaginable.
Pentaxia, one of the UK’s leading advanced composites manufacturers, successfully hosted a charity football match on Friday, 2nd August. The event was organised to raise funds and awareness for YMCA Derbyshire, a charity dedicated to supporting young people and communities at risk of homelessness in Derby and Derbyshire. The charity
Auris Ear Care have kindly supplied a backdrop to YMCA Derbyshire to help us raise awareness for our charity at events. Thank you so much for supporting us! About Auris Ear Care Auris Ear Care are the UK’s leading home visit ear care service. Founded by Dr Riaz Rampuri in 2018 the company
This incredible feat involved scaling In an inspiring act of solidarity and charity, the team at PDS Ltd recently took on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to support YMCA Derbyshire. This incredible feat involved scaling the three highest peaks in Yorkshire within 12 hours, showcasing not only their physical endurance but also their commitment to giving back to the community.
X-Press Legal Services is delighted to announce a £500 donation to YMCA Derbyshire to support the Wilmorton Community Gardens. This generous contribution is part of X-Press Legal Services’ ongoing commitment to give back to the local community as they celebrate 25 years of business excellence. X-Press Legal Services continues to
‘Past:Present:Work’ is a National Lottery Heritage Funded employability project, focused on local heritage. It provides a unique opportunity for YMCA Derbyshire residents and learners aged 16-35 to explore heritage and conservation sites in Derbyshire.
YMCA Derbyshire are in the middle of a major capital build, working in partnership with Nottingham Community Housing Association. Find out more here.
‘Past:Present:Work’ is a National Lottery Heritage Funded employability project, focused on local heritage. It provides a unique opportunity for YMCA Derbyshire residents and learners aged 16-35 to explore heritage and conservation sites in Derbyshire.
We prepared 112 food and activity packs. The packs supported 72 children under Y-Kidz HAF and a further 40 children under Derby County Community Trust HAF.
Each box contained fresh ingredients accompanied by recipe cards. An additional 48 family sized ingredients bags were supplied so that children and parent/carers could cook a chilli together.
‘Past:Present:Work’ is a National Lottery Heritage Funded employability project, centred around local heritage. Find out more here.
Here at the YMCA Derbyshire we are overflowing with gratitude for the overwhelming support shown by the local community as we celebrate a national awards triumph. In a resounding testament to the extraordinary spirit of its young people, YMCA Derbyshire is thrilled to announce the crowning achievement of Kyle Pearson
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often find ourselves disconnected from the world around us and, more importantly, from our own well-being. But what if there was a way to reconnect, to re-root ourselves in nature, and to cultivate meaningful connections? Enter Re-Root Through Nature, an
Our dedicated staff came together to organize YMCA Y-Fest, a free festival, brimming with a variety of activities aimed at bringing our residents together for a day of fun.
YMCA Derbyshire celebrates successful fundraising efforts in securing a new Minibus to enrich Residents experiences. Here at the YMCA Derbyshire, we are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our fundraising campaign to secure a new Minibus for our residents. Thanks to the incredible support of the community, local businesses,
YMCA Derbyshire is proud to announce its remarkable achievement as a finalist in not one, but two categories at the prestigious YMCA Youth Matters Awards. The Youth Matters Awards recognise and celebrate YMCA projects, beneficiaries and staff that have demonstrated outstanding dedication to empowering and supporting young people in various
GCSE results day are here and with it brings a whole range of feelings, anticipation, excitement, relief. However, if your results weren’t what you were expecting you may be feeling worried about your next steps, leaving your wondering about your options.
Vibrant Doors Generously Donates £500 to YMCA Derbyshire, Supporting Derwent Stepping Stones and Funding the YMCA Minibus. Vibrant Doors, a leading provider of high-quality doors and accessories, is proud to announce its recent donation of £500 to YMCA Derbyshire. The contribution will be allocated towards two significant initiatives: Derwent Stepping Stones Nursery, and the
Embracing Positive Change: Padley Group Joins Forces with YMCA Derbyshire We’re thrilled to share the news – Padley Group has officially become a part of YMCA Derbyshire, now known as Padley@YMCA Derbyshire. This marks a significant collaboration between two organisations with a shared commitment to supporting those at risk of
What Are The Youth Matters Awards? This is one of the most anticipated events in the YMCA calendar, Youth Matters Awards celebrate young people, staff, volunteers and projects from YMCAs across England and Wales for their outstanding achievements, inspiring feats against adversity and tireless dedication to creating change. This year’s
Loneliness is a growing issue that impacts the mental and physical health of millions. Small talks can greatly improve mental health and help combat loneliness. Those aged between 16-29 are over two times as likely to report feeling lonely often or always than those over 70 (9.7% versus 3.7%), with
There are many ways in which you can support YMCA Derbyshire in our mission to support young people in local the area.
By donating, you will enable us to continue providing the specialised support we believe every young person deserves. You can sign up for a regular monthly donation or make a one-off payment. To donate and for further information about what your donation can provide, click the button below.
There are various ways you can get involved. You may wish to take part in an exercise challenge, have your very own Sleep Easy at any time of year or Small Talks Big Difference Tea Talk event. We’ve included more information below and we’d love to hear your ideas too.
Partnerships can make a lifetime of difference; by choosing us as your ‘Charity of the Year’, you can help us in our mission to change the lives of young people in Derbyshire. For the many ways to get involved, and the benefits of a partnership with us, click the button below.
By volunteering with us, you could change a life! By volunteering with YMCA Derbyshire, you will have a part in helping us achieve our goals and positively impact lives of our learners, residents and local community. For further information about volunteering, click below.
