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

YMCA has been serving the Black Country since 1888.  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.

How you can get involved

Become a volunteer

Become 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

Become a Host

If you have a spare room, could you offer a homeless young person a safe place to stay?

Latest News & Blogs

Zanko arrived in the UK after fleeing from Iran in 2021 at the age of 16. Due to his age he was picked up by Children’s Services and placed with a foster family where he thrived and became part of the family, speaking very little English, Zanko was enrolled on an ESOL course. When Zanko…

YMCA works with a diverse range of clients and service users, from all backgrounds, cultures, faiths and experiences. As such, it’s crucial that as a charity that supports individuals we adapt our way of working.

The Black Country Chamber of Commerce has named Kellie Simcox as the ‘Employee of the Year’ at their high profile 2023 Awards that took place on 9th November. Kellie Simcox, Area Manager of YMCA Day Nurseries in the Black Country, beat off the challenge of some of the region’s most talented individuals to win the…

Find YMCA Black Country Group

Contact us and find us at our Administrative Office, City Gateway, 1 Tramway Drive, Wolverhampton, WV2 1BJ

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