Celebrating the difference we make together
The YMCA Community & Activity Village has become a place where thousands of people across Newark & Sherwood connect, grow and feel supported. Our 2025 Newark Impact Report highlights the real, measurable outcomes across our community, created through childcare, youth programmes, health and wellbeing, community events and strong local partnerships.
Every story in this report shows what happens when a community has access to the right opportunities. From children building confidence at Y-Kids, young people discovering new passions, to adults finding friendship and wellbeing in our fitness and social spaces.
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You’ll hear from people whose lives have been directly shaped by the YMCA Village:
- “I’ve made new friends here and I really love the art and animation sessions – it’s my favourite place to come.” Leo, age 15
- “Clients often say how much they appreciate having support so close to home, in such a friendly setting.” Andrea, Macmillan Support Lead
- “Seeing Alan take on the Three Peaks was inspiring – he shows exactly what the Village is all about.” Kirsty, Head of Member Services