Prezzies for Rezzies

The YMCA’s 18th ‘Prezzies for Rezzies’ campaign encourages members of the public to write Christmas cards and donate gifts for residents of our supported housing services and this year, people experiencing homelessness.

Christmas Draw

This prize draw is being run to raise money for the Chatterboxes, a youth action project run by young people with disabilities aged 11-25

The Big Sleep Easy 2024

Will you Sleep Rough So Others Don’t Have To?
Please email Sheena Dayman if you are interested in taking part in The Big Sleep Easy 2024. Sheena.dayman@ymcabournemouth.org.uk

The Chatterboxes

Help to raise funds for our Chatterboxes project. The Chatterboxes is a youth action project run by young disabled people aged 11-25 years old from Bournemouth, Poole and other parts of Dorset.

Real Stories

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Danny’s Story

Danny has battled hard to get himself free of addiction but last year he also battled for others by organising a coffee morning in aid of cancer care.

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Jess’s Story

Jess became homeless after a mental health breakdown resulting from domestic violence. After her stay at YMCA Bournemouth she now lives in her own flat.

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Medhi’s Story

Medhi is now a very successful businessman in Bournemouth but it has been a very difficult journey. A stay at YMCA Bournemouth changed his life.