YMCA Norfolk is a part of the largest youth charity in the world
Our mission is to inspire young people to discover their potential so that they can live life in all its fullness. We provide accommodation and support to help vulnerable people towards independent living whilst also providing employment, training and work place experience through our social enterprises and employability projects.
What We do
YMCA focuses on the following key areas of work.
Muddy Puddles Nursery
Muddy Puddles is our Ofsted-registered nursery, mirroring YMCA’s all over the country as the leading provider of childcare in the voluntary sector. Muddy Puddles is based at our multi-service community centre on Aylsham road, also featuring Williams’ Kitchen café and Explorers Soft Play centre
Latest News
YMCA Norfolk Launches Thrilling Charity Abseil to Tackle Youth Homelessness
We need you! YMCA Norfolk is calling on thrill-seekers, adrenaline junkies, and fundraisers alike to take part in our 2025 Charity Abseil Challenge, an exciting event taking place on Saturday 19th July at The Forum in Norwich. Participants will have the unique opportunity to abseil down one of the city’s most iconic buildings while raising…
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YMCA Norfolk named ‘YMCA of the Year’ at national awards
Some of the YMCA Norfolk Team winning the YMCA of the Year Award 2024 YMCA Norfolk celebrated a monumental victory at the Youth Matters Awards 2024, held on Friday 15th November at City Central at the HAC in London. The charity was awarded the esteemed title of ‘YMCA of the Year,’ recognising its transformative work…
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Now’s Our Chance: General Election Manifesto
What’s the best that could happen? The last few years have been tough for young people, families, and communities: a global pandemic, cost of living crisis, growing housing crisis, and funding challenges have all left scars on our communities. But at YMCA, we haven’t lost hope for a brighter future. A General Election has been…
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