YMCA Scholarship Programme
Cost Cost Shouldn’t Be a Barrier to Belonging
Every young person deserves the chance to play, grow, and be part of something positive. The YMCA Scholarship Programme removes financial barriers, making sure no child is left out due to cost.
YMCA Scholarships Can Help Cover the Cost
We believe every child should have the chance to join in – no matter what’s going on financially at home. The YMCA Scholarship Programme helps make sure no young person misses out on the fun, friendships and opportunities we offer.
Everyone should have a fair chance to discover who they are and all they can become.
YMCA SCHOLARSHIPS
What Is the YMCA Scholarship Fund?
It’s a financial support programme that helps cover the cost of YMCA activities such as:
- Camp Williams – fun-filled school holiday activities
- Y-Kids & Youth activities – after-school sessions to build confidence, life skills and friendships
Who Can Apply?
If your family is experiencing financial difficulty, your child is eligible for free school meals, or you’re receiving other support, you may qualify for a YMCA Scholarship.
We look at each application individually and with care, taking into account your circumstances. All enquiries are treated in complete confidence, and we’ll do our best to help where we can.
Opportunity for all
Scholarships are available for Youth Villager Memberships and Camp Williams, school holiday programme. Funding some or all of the overall cost. If you want to be part of the Village but would struggle with the monthly expense, please get in touch.
We’ll do our best to make sure no child misses out because of cost.
YMCA Scholarships help children and young people get involved in the sessions they enjoy most – during school holidays and during term time after-school and weekends. These activities aren’t just fun – they help build confidence, friendships and life skills.
Activities YMCA Scholarships help with
- Camp Williams
School holiday day camp for ages 4–15, packed with activities, fun and friendships – including sports, creative activities, team games, climbing and more. - Y-Kids Membership
After-school sessions for ages 5–10 focused on fun, active play, creativity, and confidence-building in a safe and welcoming environment. - Youth Membership
For ages 11–17, includes access to youth drop-in spaces, sports, fitness sessions, creative activities, and support from YMCA Leaders
Scholarships are for families who might otherwise not be able to take part in memberships at the Village.
Those eligible to apply are:
- Parents in receipt of working tax credits
- Young people eligible for free school meals (as per Gov UK definitions)
- Children subject to a child protection plan
We look at each application individually and with care, taking into account your circumstances. All enquiries are treated in complete confidence, and we’ll do our best to help where we can.
To apply, please fill out our online web form, and our membership team will aim to call you within 7 days to let you know the status of your application.
Thank you!
We are grateful to our donors, partners, and Supporter Members for making Scholarships possible. Thank you for your continued friendship and support.
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Applying is simple and confidential
Just complete our short online form. A friendly member of the team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
All applications are reviewed individually and treated with care, understanding, and complete confidentiality.
Want to find out more? Why not call or drop in to talk to us – we’d love to answer your questions.
Call our team on 01636 233 125