YMCA has been serving the Black Country for over 130 Years
A local charity, that’s part of the largest youth organisation in the world.
We support people to grow and develop in Mind Body & Spirit.
Our places are found in the heart of communities, working with children, young people and their families. We provide childcare, housing for young workers, supported accommodation, employability, health and social enterprises projects.
YMCA Secure £941,000 To Complete ‘City Gateway’ Project
Funding from the Black Country Growth Deal was signed off in December 2020, guaranteeing the completion of YMCA’s landmark City Centre community hub, on the site of the former bus depot, next to the historic Royal Hospital in Wolverhampton.
The £8.4M ‘City Gateway’ project comprises a new 115 place nursery, a community training area, 300 sqm of additional commercial / retail units, offices and apartments for 63 young workers. It will also support hundreds of local residents, delivering adult learning & skills programmes and providing support for new business start-ups.
How you can get involved
Be a Volunteer
There are lots of ways for you to be a part of YMCA Black Country Group as a volunteer.
Make a Donation
All donations, large or small are gratefully received and make a real difference to the lives of the young people we support.
Become a Host
If you have a spare room, could you offer a homeless young person a safe place to stay?
Latest News & Blogs
YMCA’s purpose built ‘City Gateway’ Day Nursery, off Cleveland Road, Wolverhampton will be opening its doors in Spring 2021 offering 115 childcare places.
Transforming Wolverhampton, a Landmark City Centre Scheme The new YMCA, off Cleveland Road, Wolverhampton is an integrated mix of social housing, enterprise, early years provision and community services.
YMCA England and Wales report is entitled ‘Young and Black’ and sets out young black peoples’ perceptions of racism in the UK today in a number of important areas – notably education, Police/crime, health, employment and finance.
Find YMCA Black Country Group
Contact us and find us on 38 Carters Green, West Bromwich, B70 9LG