YMCA Thames Gateway
Also known as: Romford YMCA
We focus on young people & help them play an active & fulfilling role within their communities. We call this a youth minded community approach.We are proud of our Christian heritage & ethos. Our vision is of an inclusive Christian movement transforming communities so that all young people can belong, contribute & thrive.We provide community-based activities & service to meet local need.
Activities & Mission
We focus on young people & help them play an active & fulfilling role within their communities. We call this a youth minded community approach.We are proud of our Christian heritage & ethos. Our vision is of an inclusive Christian movement transforming communities so that all young people can belong, contribute & thrive.We provide community-based activities & service to meet local need.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 8% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample: 36). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Associations 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £10,155,316 | £10,265,694 | £5,360,602 | £14,804,998 | £2,823,474 | 210 / 25 |
| 2023 | £9,176,191 | £10,238,119 | £7,400,982 | £15,051,853 | £2,660,756 | 257 / 29 |
| 2022 | £8,219,097 | £7,051,451 | £6,962,025 | £14,600,505 | £1,829,127 | 184 / 45 |
| 2021 | £6,509,771 | £6,877,916 | £6,793,508 | £13,504,257 | £1,589,044 | 157 / 86 |
| 2020 | £6,330,033 | £6,502,020 | £6,429,162 | £13,556,012 | £2,188,613 | 217 / 87 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about YMCA Thames Gateway
What does YMCA Thames Gateway do?
We focus on young people & help them play an active & fulfilling role within their communities. We call this a youth minded community approach.We are proud of our Christian heritage & ethos. Our vision is of an inclusive Christian movement transforming communities so that all young people can belong, contribute & thrive.We provide community-based activities & service to meet local need.
How much income did YMCA Thames Gateway report in 2024?
YMCA Thames Gateway reported total income of £10.16m and reported expenditure of £10.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is YMCA Thames Gateway?
YMCA Thames Gateway has a program ratio of 52.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 8% of UK Associations charities with income over £10M (sample of 36 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was YMCA Thames Gateway registered as a charity?
YMCA Thames Gateway was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 2009 as charity number 1133269. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs YMCA Thames Gateway?
YMCA Thames Gateway 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 YMCA Thames Gateway operate?
YMCA Thames Gateway operates across 6 areas, including Barking And Dagenham, Bexley, Essex and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is YMCA Thames Gateway a registered charity?
Yes — YMCA Thames Gateway is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1133269.
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Also Known As
- Romford YMCA
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated