Who We Are:

YMCA DownsLink Group is a charity working to transform the lives of vulnerable young people across Sussex and Surrey. We work to prevent youth homelessness and provide a home to 763 young people every night. We reach a further 10,000 young people and their families through our other key services, such as counselling, support and advice, mediation and youth work, so that all young people can belong, contribute and thrive.

What We Do:

Our work covers a wide range of areas including supported accommodation, Youth Advice Centres  (YAC), sexual exploitation, mental health, housing advice, childcare, counselling, mentoring and apprenticeships.

Why We Need You:

Ever walked past a young homeless person and wondered what you can do to help? Wondered if you should give them money, give them food, offer advice or should you do something more?

We exist to provide longer-term solutions that will make greater impact in helping young people build a more positive future. Providing a home, giving stability is just the start as each person us different and will have a range of needs. We are here to help each person overcome their personal barriers and achieve their potential.