Forest YMCA

For over 40 years, our hostel in Walthamstow has been offering homeless young people between the ages of 16-30 hope and a home, when they need it most We believe that combating homelessness is about providing young people with the skills and confidence they need to turn their lives around. Thanks to our innovative approach, last year 630 residents were supported into education, training and employment and 178 were resettled into independent living.
We also offer a wide range of community services. Our fitness centre provides affordable leisure facilities to the local community. Our after school clubs give local families access to affordable childcare. And our free youth clubs give local teenagers the opportunity to meet in a safe environment, learn new skills and make new friends.