Each year, YMCA North Tyneside takes time to reflect on the successes of the previous 12 months and celebrates the results of its charitable work.

2021 – 2022 was a challenging year… As we emerged from lockdowns and the COVID pandemic, it wasn’t simply a return to ‘business as usual’. Things had changed, and not always for the better. 

We discovered that more people in our community than ever before were suffering from difficulties with their mental health and the opportunities for young people had been further eroded because of cuts to funding and the increased cost of living following Brexit.

You can read all about our triumphs in this year’s Impact Report.

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Celebrating Creativity and Inclusion

Celebrating Creativity and Inclusion

Celebrating Creativity and Inclusion: Shildon Youth Group Wins NE Youth Competition We are thrilled to announce that the Shildon Youth Group won an NE Youth competition! Their project, which focused on raising awareness and understanding of the experiences of those...

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Art & Beats: Feeding Community

Art & Beats: Feeding Community

Street art and dance music in the mix for community meals fundraising collaboration. A powerful street art mural, a party with a world-famous secret DJ guest, digital projections, filmmaking and an iconic social club are all part of a unique fundraising collaboration...

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Willington Quay Tiempos FC Sponsorship

Willington Quay Tiempos FC Sponsorship

By Summer Thompson. YMCA North Tyneside is excited to announce our sponsorship of the Willington Quay Under 14's Tiempos football squad. This partnership aims to bolster the team’s resources and provide young athletes with enhanced opportunities to develop their...

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Celebrating Empowerment: Sponsoring Talia

Celebrating Empowerment: Sponsoring Talia

By Summer Thompson. We are absolutely thrilled to announce our official sponsorship of Talia Sisterson, a remarkably talented player from the Percy Park Panthers Rugby Club. Talia is an incredible athlete who stands as inspiration for young girls everywhere, promoting...

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Blew the Emotional Support Dog

Blew the Emotional Support Dog

By Georgia King. Blew is a grey French Bulldog who is owned by the manager of housing at Sir James Knott House, she often brings her in when she is on shift. Blew will normally sit in the office and greet all the visitors of the building and she is often welcomed with...

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