YMCA Edinburgh gives all, especially young people, space and opportunity to belong, contribute and thrive. They empower young people, children and their families within Leith and across Edinburgh. The YMCA is an ecumenical Christian Charity open to people of all faiths and none.
It offers a range of tailored programmes including play rangers, play scheme and holiday clubs, after school and youth clubs, mentoring for vulnerable young people, schools work supporting transition and support for women and families.
YMCA Edinburgh is one of the 13 charities involved in the intandem portfolio. More information is available www.intandem.scot
YMCA Edinburgh is also part of the Thrive Outdoors Organised Outdoor Community Play Fund.
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