YMCA Norfolk – Supporting Young People, Families and Communities Across Norfolk
YMCA Norfolk is a leading youth charity in Norfolk, providing supported accommodation, homelessness prevention, housing advice, family support services, wellbeing programmes and training opportunities for young people and families across Norwich and Norfolk.
We support young people experiencing homelessness, provide supported accommodation across Norfolk, deliver family support services, offer training and education programmes and help people develop the confidence and skills needed for independent living.
Youth Charity in Norfolk | What We do
As a youth charity in Norfolk we support young people, families and communities across Norfolk through supported accommodation, youth homelessness prevention, family support services, wellbeing support, training and education. Our programmes help people build confidence, gain independence and create brighter futures. Our teams support young people and families throughout Norwich, Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn, Thetford, North Norfolk and Broadland.
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Muddy Puddles Nursery
Childcare and Early Years Education in Norwich
Muddy Puddles is YMCA Norfolk’s Ofsted-registered nursery, providing high-quality childcare and early years education for local families. Based at our community centre on Aylsham Road, Norwich, the nursery supports children’s development through a safe, caring and stimulating environment. Families can also access our on-site Williams’ Kitchen café and Explorers Soft Play centre, making it a vibrant community destination for parents and children.
Latest News
YMCA Norfolk Wins World Impact Award!
YMCA Norfolk refused to let young people wait for the support they needed. Last week, YMCA Norfolk’s PTP project was named the winner of the inaugural Global Community Wellbeing Impact Award at the 21st YMCA World Council in Toronto, Canada, becoming the first organisation in the world to receive the honour. The project was selected…
You’re Struggling to Sleep in This Heat. Imagine Having No Home at All.
As temperatures continue to rise, many of us are feeling the effects of the hot weather. We’re sleeping with the windows open, running fans day and night, and searching for the coolest room in the house. Even with these comforts, the heat can leave us feeling exhausted, irritable and overwhelmed. Now imagine facing that same…
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YMCA Norfolk awarded £249,808 by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to share 170 years of community history!
Today, YMCA Norfolk is announcing a £249,808 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to save, share and celebrate our 170 years of social history, ensuring this important heritage is preserved and made accessible for future generations. Founded in Norwich in 1856, YMCA Norfolk has supported local communities for nearly two centuries. They’ve stood alongside…
Youth Charity in Norfolk | Our Impact in 2025
Delivered 4,058, one-to-one support sessions for residents
Provided a safe home for 368 children, families and young people.
Facilitated 312 life skills sessions
Ran 462 Youth Club Sessions
Delivered 590 therapeutic support sessions for young people in crisis
Provided 707 counselling sessions
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