Before being asked if I wanted to go to Bosnia, I did not know about the country whatsoever, it was a very eye-opening experience. It is a beautiful country, with masses of greenery, breathtaking views, and buildings which look like they belong in a fairy tale with all this came great sadness when I slowly…
YMCA Cheshire joined YMCAs worldwide on June 6 to celebrate its 180th founding anniversary and its global impact. This milestone gathering not only honored the YMCA’s rich legacy but also highlighted its continuous influence through an alumni panel session, amongst many other activities during the evening. The YMCA enables people to develop their full potential…
You are invited to a FREE fun day to celebrate the YMCA's 180 rich history of global impact on the 6th of June 2024. The event promises to be a momentous occasion, bringing together stakeholders, alumni, and supporters to celebrate our rich history and the impactful contributions made by the YMCA to the community over...
The 26th of April 2024 marks a significant milestone in our journey as we unveiled our new headline brand, YMCA Cheshire! This exciting development reflects our ambition to expand our reach and impact across the county. While YMCA Crewe will continue to serve its local community, we are thrilled to introduce new local YMCA identities...
Last Month, we were honored to welcome Rob Polkinghorne, CEO of Cheshire East Council, to YMCA Crewe! During his visit, Rob had the opportunity to meet with our CEO, Mark Hills, and engage with one of our remarkable young individuals, Leo Borowski, who serves as a YMCA England & Wales Youth Ambassador. Leo shared his…
Join us for an unforgettable night of solidarity and support at YMCA Crewe’s Sleep Easy event. Sleep Easy is a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people facing or at risk of homelessness in our community. About Sleep Easy: Sleep Easy is more than just a fundraiser; it is a…
We are thrilled to announce that on April 21, 2024, our very own Mark Thompson will be participating in the prestigious TCS London Marathon 2024 Event. Mark is running to raise crucial funds for YMCA Crewe, aiming to provide more accommodation and support to positively impact lives and brighten futures in our community. The TCS...
Crewe, UK – 13th February 2024 - Shanaze Reade, the celebrated British BMX cyclist, and her partner Katy Roocroft recently paid a visit to YMCA Crewe, an organisation dedicated to providing support and opportunities for individuals in need. During their visit, they received a guided tour of the facility and engaged in discussions with...
YMCA Crewe has received a grant of £43,632 from Nationwide as part of their Community Grants programme, which brings their members and colleagues together to help tackle the housing crisis. The funding will enable YMCA Crewe to continue the work of their Independent Living Coach. The grant will also cover the session costs for the...
In May 2023, YMCA Crewe appointed a new Youth Advocacy Worker for our Youth Power project, funded by the Foyer Federation and Blagrave Trust. However, this interview process was different to any we have run before. We enabled our Board Advisory Group to run the shortlisting, question setting, and interviewing. The Board Advisory Group is…
