YMCA Barnsley

YMCA Barnsley

Everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and what they can become.

We are an independent local charity that works for and with children and young people and their families. We deliver a wide range of children’s and youth work, extended services and members activities. YMCA Barnsley aims to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities.

We provide a safe and welcoming space and positive activities for children and young people and support them so they can belong, contribute and thrive in their communities. We provide affordable, quality room hire facilities for other charities. We use the resources we have available to support those who are homeless and vulnerable. We have been an active part of our community since 1857 and we are keen to ensure a legacy for the future as a valued deliverer of services and facilities.

Coming Soon:
 A change is coming to YMCA Barnsley. Keep an eye out and see the changes externally and internally coming by May 2025.
With thanks to Levelling Up funding, BMBC administrative support, Currie & Brown Project Management, Bond Bryan Architects, Hydrock and JP Wild Construction, amongst others.
Watch the video here: YMCA Barnsley Building Works

Impact Report 2023
Below we are proud to share some of some facts and figures from our 2023 Impact Report.


 

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What We Do

YMCA Barnsley focuses on the following key areas of work
Family & Youth Work, Health & Wellbeing
Homeless Support
Sports & Activities
Facilities Hire

Our Exciting Projects

YMCA Barnsley exists to support children, young people and their families in Barnsley. We aim to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities.

We provide a positive opportunities and activities for children and young people in a safe environment where they are supported by qualified, experienced and skilled youth workers. Our programmes raise aspirations, build confidence and self-esteem and contribute to building emotional resilience and positive mental wellbeing.

Find out more about our exciting community & youth work projects.

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YMCA had a fantastic time at the Easter at the Town Hall over the weekend, decorating plant pots, making stress balls and baking some Easter Nests.

Young people came talking to us about their hopes and aspirations for the future and where they see themselves in the future. From pilots to footballers, it was brilliant to get the chance to hear so many of the young peoples aspirations.

Thank you to Barnsley Family Hubs for putting the event on 🙂

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YMCA had a fantastic time at the Easter at the Town Hall over the weekend, decorating plant pots, making stress balls and baking some Easter Nests. Young people came talking to us about their hopes and aspirations for the future and where they see themselves in the future. From pilots to footballers, it was brilliant to get the chance to hear so many of the young peoples aspirations. Thank you to Barnsley Family Hubs for putting the event on :) @CeBarnsley Central Area Team Barnsley North Area TeamYMCA England & Wales #chooseyouthwork #youthworkworks #Easter #barnsleyisbrillImage attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment
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Last week our community came together for an amazing Cook and Eat session, a brilliant time for all involved!

Not only did the group enjoy a nice healthy meal, participants shared cooking techniques with each other and all helped prepping the meal.

The session had the perfect blend of learning new skills while also socializing and having a fun.

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Last week our community came together for an amazing Cook and Eat session, a brilliant time for all involved! Not only did the group enjoy a nice healthy meal, participants shared cooking techniques with each other and all helped prepping the meal. The session had the perfect blend of learning new skills while also socializing and having a fun. Barnsley Central Area Team #cadent #chooseyouthwork #greatchildhoodambition YMCA England & WalesImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment
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A HUGE thank you to the bikers group, Brothers Grim for organising and donating Easter Eggs.

Also a thank you to Tesco at Wombwell Lane and A HUGE thank y in Doncaster for donating the Easter Eggs.

It's not every day that young people get the Easter Bunny on a motorbike delivering Easter Eggs.


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A HUGE thank you to the bikers group, Brothers Grim for organising and donating Easter Eggs. Also a thank you to Tesco at Wombwell Lane and @polypipetrade in Doncaster for donating the Easter Eggs. Its not every day that young people get the Easter Bunny on a motorbike delivering Easter Eggs. Barnsley Central Area Team @tnluk The National Lottery #chooseyouthwork #Easter #YouthworkworksImage attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment
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How you can get involved

Be a Volunteer

 There are plenty of ways you can get involved and opportunities for you to embrace. Our volunteers include trustees, support our children’s and youth work, help with our allotment & orchards, support our work with the homeless and vulnerable, and help us with events and fundraising.

Make a Donation

 Whether you decide to make a one-off donation or pledge a monthly gift, we promise the donation you make to YMCA Barnsley will be used to benefit the lives of children, young people and vulnerable members of the community. Your support makes a real difference!

Access our Services

 YMCA Barnsley exists to support children, young people and their families in Barnsley. We aim to empower young people by involving them in activities that stimulate, challenge and enable them to realise their potential and participate fully in their communities.

Find YMCA Barnsley

Contact us and find us on 01226 214165

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