The countdown is ON for Battle of the Boxes! 👀 Something BIG is coming this Christmas… but we're keeping our cards close to our chest for now! 🤫🎄 All will be revealed very soon… Keep your eyes peeled, because this is one battle you won't want to miss! #YMCA #BattleOfTheBoxes

A sneak peek of what's to come... 👀 When it comes to creating a Christmas video, YMCA North Staffordshire doesn't do things by halves! Christmas is in trouble once again, and it's down to our team to step up, take on the challenge and SAVE CHRISTMAS! 🎁 But will they succeed? There's only one way to find out... Keep your eyes peeled for our Battle of the Boxes launch video... COMING SOON!📽️ #YMCA

YMCA begins its BIG Hanley Clean Up! 💙 Nearly 3,000 young people told us they wanted cleaner, safer spaces! Now we're turning their voices into action! 🙌 Our staff, volunteers, and young people are working together to make Hanley a better place for everyone. Read more here ➡️ ymcans.org.uk/ymca-begins-it…

Celebrating 6 years of partnership! 🤝💙 A huge thank you to Urban Bistro for working alongside YMCA North Staffordshire for the past six years. We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support and for being part of our YMCA journey. Here’s to many more! 🙌 #YMCA

A few months ago, we introduced you to Teddy, who had secured an apprenticeship at JCB! 👏 We recently caught up with Teddy to see how he’s getting on, and we couldn’t stop smiling! Seeing how much his confidence has grown and hearing about everything he’s been getting up to has made us incredibly proud. It’s amazing to see Teddy thriving and taking such positive steps towards his future. Stick around to hear from Teddy himself and find out how he’s getting on!🎥 #YMCA | @JCBmachines

Something must be going on if our Maintenance Team have smiles on their faces… 👀😂 Our team have been busy putting up fresh new photo boards around campus! 📸 It’s great to see everyone working together and teaching our new Maintenance Apprentice, Taylor, new skills and giving him valuable hands-on experience! 💙 #YMCA

Our 2025–2026 Annual Impact Report showcases the difference we’ve made alongside young people, families, partners and communities across North Staffordshire. From creating new opportunities and strengthening local partnerships to supporting people to thrive, the report brings together the stories, achievements and impact that have shaped our year. 🙌 We’re incredibly proud of what has been achieved – and there’s plenty more to come! Take a look at our 2025–2026 Annual Impact Report today ➡️ ymcans.org.uk/reports-findin…

YMCA North Staffordshire has made a HUGE impact – and here’s how! 💙 Our 2025–2026 Annual Impact Report is here! 🎉 It celebrates an incredible year of creating opportunities, building meaningful partnerships and making a positive difference in the lives of young people, families and communities across North Staffordshire. Read our impact report today➡️: ymcans.org.uk/reports-findin…

Curious about faith, life and God? Join Alpha. Following feedback asking for more opportunities to explore and learn about the Christian faith, we’re excited to be introducing the Alpha Course at YMCA North Staffordshire. 💙 Alpha is an 11-week course that creates a relaxed, friendly and open space to explore some of life’s biggest questions and discover more about the basics of the Christian faith. 👉 Sign up using the link below: doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/par…

We develop young people. They develop their world. 🌎 From youth voice and hospitality to new experiences and opportunities around the world, we’re helping young people discover their passions, build confidence and thrive. Take a look at how we’re making it happen 👇 ymcans.org.uk/news/

OVER 400 PEOPLE JOINED US FOR THE YMCA HOLIDAY HUBB! 💙☀️ What a way to round off the summer! 🙌 More than 400 young people and families joined us on campus for our second YMCA Holiday Hubb, bringing the community together for a huge day of FREE family fun, activities and food! 🎉 👇 Read the full story below! ymcans.org.uk/over-400-peopl…

What an amazing day!! We had so much fun last time we threw a second Holiday Hubb today, and we've had so much fun! Wall climbing, bouncy castles, video games, arts and crafts, fruit kebabs - we couldn't have asked for a more fun day. And the perfect way to end it - one of our famous colour runs! There was even some delicious food, courtesy of Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Thank you to everyone who visited us today for helping make today so special #YMCA | @HUBBFoundation_ | @StaffsChambers

YMCA North Staffordshire goes global! 🇨🇦💙 We had an incredible time representing our community at the YMCA World Council in Toronto – connecting, learning and sharing experiences with YMCAs from around the world. Watch our YMCA North Staffordshire vlog and experience our time at YMCA World Council 2026!🎥 🔗youtu.be/CpTk6Cr--lw?si=qKQF… #YMCA

Science, faith and the wonders of the universe ✨ Join Professor Raphael Hirshi, Professor of Astrophysics at Keele University and Christian speaker, for a thought-provoking evening exploring the connections between science and Christian faith. Come along and explore some of life’s biggest questions through the eyes of a scientist and Christian. Click the link to book your ticket and join us! 🔗 eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-…

Helping young people grow in confidence and thrive is at the heart of what we do. 💙 We caught up with Y-Active Sports volunteer Emily to hear about her experience, why she got involved and the difference volunteering has made. Take a look at what Emily had to say!🗣️ ymcans.org.uk/building-confi…

As well as being nominated for YMCA of the Year, we’ve got even more exciting #YouthMatters news! 💙🏆 Emma and Matt have both been nominated for Young Worker of the Year! 🎉 A fantastic achievement and recognition of the difference they make every day. 👏 Now we need your help!🗣️ Please cast your votes and help us bring these awards back to Stoke-on-Trent. ymcans.org.uk/youth-matters-…

A big congratulations to everyone who received their A-level, T-level and BTEC results today! 💙 Whatever your results, today marks the beginning of your next chapter. Your grades are just one part of your journey – they don’t define your potential or what you can achieve. Be proud of how far you’ve come and look forward to what’s next. 🙌 From everyone at YMCA North Staffordshire, well done! 💙 #YMCA

Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire isn’t just where we work — it’s our home. 💙 Being nominated for YMCA of the Year is for every young person, resident, volunteer, supporter and member of our community. Now we need YOUR help. 🙌 Vote for YMCA North Staffordshire and let’s bring YMCA of the Year home to Stoke-on-Trent! 🏆 🔗 ymcans.org.uk/youth-matters-…

The #YouthMatters Awards are here!🏆 We’re incredibly proud that YMCA North Staffordshire has been nominated for several awards — including YMCA OF THE YEAR! 💙 Now we need YOUR help! 🗳️ Cast your votes and help us bring the awards back home to Stoke-on-Trent! ymcans.org.uk/youth-matters-…