OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE PATHWAY HOME IN CHELTENHAM
We were delighted to welcome visitors from across the county to Vittoria Walk for the official opening of our PATHWAY HOME housing, in Cheltenham. For the past 169 years, we have proudly served the local community, and more recently, we have provided emergency, temporary, and affordable accommodation to hundreds of individuals each night. Our...
Welly Walk 2024
Give Your Children an Unforgettable Adventure at YMCA Cheltenham! Event Details: Date: 21st August 2024 Time: 10am – 3pm Location: YMCA Cheltenham Sports Centre, College Drive, Cheltenham GL51 8NY The Welly Walk at YMCA Cheltenham is crafted to spark imagination and create lasting memories. Join us for a day where each step leads to a…
Residents Transform Garden at St. Michael’s House: A Sustainable Community Initiative
At YMCA’s St. Michael’s House in Gloucester, residents have united to develop a beautiful and sustainable garden using upcycled materials. A Collaborative Effort The garden, located at the front of St. Michael’s House, is a vibrant and inviting space. Residents applied their creativity and effort to transform an unused patch of land into a…
Celebrating a Year of Positive Change and Gratitude at YMCA Cheltenham: Survey Highlights and Support Worker Appreciation
As we look back upon the last year here at YMCA Cheltenham it is with great pride and gratitude we reflect on our amazing staff teams across the organisation, as they embody YMCA Cheltenham’s values such as integrity, honesty, openness, empathy kindness, generosity and grace, as they consistently change peoples lives through the inspiring work…
Cotteswold Dairy Donates Brand New Van to Feed Cheltenham: Enhancing Community Support
Feed Cheltenham and Cotteswold Dairy are showcasing the power of community collaboration through the donation of a new van, a significant enhancement to the logistical capabilities of local food pantries aiding vulnerable populations within Cheltenham. The Gift that Keeps on Giving Cotteswold Dairy has generously donated a new van to Feed Cheltenham, a local initiative…
Championing the Homeless: Cheltenham’s Sleep Easy 2024
Introduction In the heart of Gloucestershire, the Sleep Easy 2024 event in Cheltenham shone a light on the community’s unyielding spirit, rallying unprecedented support for one of society’s most pressing issues: homelessness. This initiative went beyond the mere act of fundraising; it provided a poignant, immersive experience that invited the community to deeply engage with…
YMCA Cheltenham AGM and Celebration Evening
Cheltenham’s YMCA held a celebration on the 20th September, opening their doors to guests and the community, to honour 167 years of the annual meeting. To build the atmosphere of the exciting evening, BeanBaker, a local band - played live music. As Indie tunes drifted through the air, many people followed suit and gathered in...
YMCA Cheltenham on BBC Radio Gloucestershire
YMCA Cheltenham is one of the oldest and largest providers of specialised housing in Gloucestershire. We provide more than 1,750 beds per week, including supported accommodation for people affected by homelessness and those requiring a helping hand before living independently in the community. Head of Operations, David Kinghorn, was recently interviewed by Rakhee Gogna from...
Basketball in Cheltenham: A Historical Journey and its Health Benefits
Introduction Basketball has a rich history at the YMCA. From its humble beginnings to its significant impact on physical and mental health, basketball offers a plethora of benefits that make it a standout activity for all. If you are looking to play Basketball in Cheltenham the YMCA Sports centre has the perfect courts for you...