The Central Young Men's Christian Association
Also known as: The Central Young Men's Christian Association (commonly Known as the London Central Young Men's Christian Association), Central YMCA, Y Touring, YMCA Qualifications
CENTRAL YMCA IS ONE OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST AND LARGEST CHARITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. WE HELP MAKE LIVES HAPPIER, HEALTHIER AND MORE FULFILLED THROUGH A UNIQUE BLEND OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT. ALL OF OUR WORK GOES TOWARDS HELPING TO GIVE PEOPLE ACCESS TO LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES NATIONWIDE THROUGH OUR FOUR OPERATIONS; YMCA TRAINING, YMCA AWARDS, YMCAFIT, AND YMCA CLUB.
Activities & Mission
CENTRAL YMCA IS ONE OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST AND LARGEST CHARITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. WE HELP MAKE LIVES HAPPIER, HEALTHIER AND MORE FULFILLED THROUGH A UNIQUE BLEND OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT. ALL OF OUR WORK GOES TOWARDS HELPING TO GIVE PEOPLE ACCESS TO LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES NATIONWIDE THROUGH OUR FOUR OPERATIONS; YMCA TRAINING, YMCA AWARDS, YMCAFIT, AND YMCA CLUB.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 32% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 42% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £11,731,971 | £17,203,523 | £16,249,028 | £2,769,652 | £1,758,000 | 248 / 60 |
| 2024 | £10,574,635 | £18,405,844 | £15,642,596 | £8,086,258 | £7,030,311 | 246 / 60 |
| 2023 | £8,970,000 | £13,366,000 | £13,155,000 | £15,668,000 | £15,668,000 | 214 / 60 |
| 2022 | £9,502,000 | £12,763,000 | £12,374,000 | £20,244,000 | £20,244,000 | 189 / 100 |
| 2021 | £10,805,000 | £13,358,000 | £12,857,000 | £24,006,000 | £24,006,000 | 194 / 100 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Central Young Men's Christian Association
What does The Central Young Men's Christian Association do?
CENTRAL YMCA IS ONE OF THE WORLD'S OLDEST AND LARGEST CHARITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. WE HELP MAKE LIVES HAPPIER, HEALTHIER AND MORE FULFILLED THROUGH A UNIQUE BLEND OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT. ALL OF OUR WORK GOES TOWARDS HELPING TO GIVE PEOPLE ACCESS TO LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES NATIONWIDE THROUGH OUR FOUR OPERATIONS; YMCA TRAINING, YMCA AWARDS, YMCAFIT, AND YMCA CLUB.
How much income did The Central Young Men's Christian Association report in 2025?
The Central Young Men's Christian Association reported total income of £11.73m and reported expenditure of £17.20m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Central Young Men's Christian Association?
The Central Young Men's Christian Association has a program ratio of 138.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Central Young Men's Christian Association registered as a charity?
The Central Young Men's Christian Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 1963 as charity number 213121. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Central Young Men's Christian Association?
The Central Young Men's Christian Association is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Central Young Men's Christian Association operate?
The Central Young Men's Christian Association operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Central Young Men's Christian Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Central Young Men's Christian Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 213121.
Details
120 Cromer Street
LONDON
WC1H 8BS
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Central Young Men's Christian Association (commonly Known as the London Central Young Men's Christian Association)
- Central YMCA
- Y Touring
- YMCA Qualifications
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated