YMCA Edinburgh

YMCA Edinburgh We empower young people, children and their families within Leith and across Edinburgh.

Our YMCA Edinburgh Mission is to empower young people, children, and their families in Leith and across Edinburgh to transform their lives. We offer needs led, relationships focused services for children, young people, and families.

A small token = a big impact 💛During the school holidays, our holiday playscheme gives children aged 5-10 the chance to ...
04/03/2026

A small token = a big impact 💛

During the school holidays, our holiday playscheme gives children aged 5-10 the chance to have fun, feel safe & enjoy postive experiences - while giving parents & carers vital breathing space.

We have been shortlisted for Tesco Stronger Starts, and your vote could help us secure up to £1,500 for our holiday playscheme 🙂

🛒 Shop in store (any value)
🔵 Recieve a voting token
📥 Vote for YMCA Edinburgh

Thank you for helping us create brighter holidays for children who need it most 💙



📍Stores taking part in the vote:
• Edinburgh Broughton Rd
• Edinburgh Nic St Express
• Leith Walk Express
• Foot of the Walk Express
• Causewayside Edinburgh Express
• Earl Grey St Edinburgh Express
• Great Junction St Express
• Picardy Place Express
• Edinburgh South Express
• Edinburgh Fount Express
• Edinburgh Leuth Superstore
• Edinburgh Holyrood Express
• Edinburgh Princes St Express
• Edinburgh Dundas Express
• Ocean Terminal Express

12+ girls ✨️Jam packed session this week! The girls made rainbow cookies 🌈🍪 and had a discussion on why International Wo...
03/03/2026

12+ girls ✨️

Jam packed session this week! The girls made rainbow cookies 🌈🍪 and had a discussion on why International Women's Day is important to acknowledge & celebrate 💜
The girls done an A-Z on women they find inspiring....still a few letters to fill!

Then as always, a very competitive game of speed monopoly 🎲

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

Creative session with 12+ girls 📝 Massive thanks to April-Wendy (from The Junction) for doing a creative writing session...
25/02/2026

Creative session with 12+ girls 📝

Massive thanks to April-Wendy (from The Junction) for doing a creative writing session with the girls. Showing the group how to be a creative writer through different fun activities 🤩

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

⭐️ Action packed Women's Group session last week ⭐️The group were discussing Ramadan & Chinese New Year 🕯🇨🇳Also doing a ...
25/02/2026

⭐️ Action packed Women's Group session last week ⭐️
The group were discussing Ramadan & Chinese New Year 🕯🇨🇳
Also doing a recap on their basic sign language skills & making pop up cards 🖍

Huge thanks to for the craft session with our playscheme group last week. Lots of amazing cards made 🤩
24/02/2026

Huge thanks to for the craft session with our playscheme group last week.

Lots of amazing cards made 🤩

Galentines for 8-12 girls ❤️The girls made their own chicken stir fry & enjoyed it with some prawn crackers & irn bru 🍜🥢...
12/02/2026

Galentines for 8-12 girls ❤️

The girls made their own chicken stir fry & enjoyed it with some prawn crackers & irn bru 🍜🥢

They then gave each other compliment notes 💌 to make into a paper chain for Galentines ❤️

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

Galentines for the 12+ girls group this week ❤️The girls wrote kind compliments to each other that they could take home ...
11/02/2026

Galentines for the 12+ girls group this week ❤️

The girls wrote kind compliments to each other that they could take home & keep 🥰
We also tried building some self-esteem & self-care through discussions & activities ❤️

We also had the return of the popular 'hear me out' cake activity, where the girls share their crushes 😍

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

ONLINE VOTING CLOSES TOMORROW 📱💻Your voice matters in making a difference to the Leith Community. We are hoping we can c...
09/02/2026

ONLINE VOTING CLOSES TOMORROW 📱💻

Your voice matters in making a difference to the Leith Community.

We are hoping we can create a space for young girls & women to come together once per month to share experiences & learn from one another.

Intergenerational connection supports confidence, belonging & wellbeing for both younger & older people 🤝🏻

If you haven't cast your vote already, have your say & vote for Chatter Box 💜

Arts & crafts 🎨The 8-12 girls enjoyed a crafty session doing some clay modelling, painting and diamond art 🤩 In partners...
05/02/2026

Arts & crafts 🎨

The 8-12 girls enjoyed a crafty session doing some clay modelling, painting and diamond art 🤩

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

Adolescence can be a tough time 💜Evidence shows girls' mental wellbeing often declines during adolescence. Regular, cari...
03/02/2026

Adolescence can be a tough time 💜

Evidence shows girls' mental wellbeing often declines during adolescence. Regular, caring connections can help young girls feel less alone & more confident.

Chatter Box will create spaces for girls to talk openly with trusted adults & peers in a supportive environment.

Online is still open - please support Chatter Box and vote through Leith Chooses. Link in bio 💻📱

12+ girls group ✨️Huge thanks to Caroline at for doing a session with the girls on Drug Awareness. Very informative & a...
03/02/2026

12+ girls group ✨️

Huge thanks to Caroline at for doing a session with the girls on Drug Awareness. Very informative & allowed the girls to ask questions in a safe environment.
Caroline is becoming an honorary member of the group now 🤩

In partnership with Pilmeny Development Project 🤝🏻

Connection across generations matter 🤝🏻Intergenerational comnection supports confidence, belonging & wellbeing for both ...
30/01/2026

Connection across generations matter 🤝🏻

Intergenerational comnection supports confidence, belonging & wellbeing for both younger & older people.

Please vote for Chatter Box through the Leith Chooses page, link is in our bio.
Online voting is now open 💻📱

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