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Welcome to YMCA Edinburgh
Our Mission is to empower young people, children, and their families in Leith and across Edinburgh to transform their lives. We offer needs led, relationships focused services for children, young people, and families.
WHO WE ARE
YMCA Edinburgh is part of a global movement that gives all, especially young people, space, and opportunity to belong, contribute and thrive.
We offer a range of tailored programmes including outdoor play, holiday play schemes, sports activities, health and wellbeing groups, mentoring services for young people and family support.
YMCA Edinburgh is part of an inclusive global Christian movement that gives all, especially young people, space and opportunity to belong, contribute and thrive. We are open to people of all faiths and none.
Whats new
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National Lottery Community Fund – Improving Lives Award
YMCA Edinburgh is excited to share that we have received a successful three-year funding award from the National Lottery Community Fund. The money will support the expansion of our Plusone Mentoring programme and a range of additional supports to build scaffolding around the lives of young people we connect with. Over the 3 years, we…
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October Holiday Playscheme
Last week we were at Leith Community Centre delivering another action-packed Holiday Playscheme over the October break. With around 25 Primary-aged kids attending each session a range of activities were on offer; sports, arts, crafts and Bollywood dance! Thanks to Leith Community Centre for the use of their facilities and to Street Soccer Scotland for…
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Friday Play Visit
On Friday, October 4th, the officers at Leith Police Station took time out of their busy days to give the YMCA Play Kids a tour of the station, talk about their jobs, and answer any questions from the group. It was a memorable and fun experience, especially getting to see YMCA staff member, Maureen, in…