When George Williams founded the YMCA, in London, in 1844 his aim was simple – to bring Jesus Christ into the lives of young people.  Since then the YMCA has grown, world-wide, into one of the largest non-governmental movements in the world with over 30 million member!  Operating in 130 countries world-wide, the YMCA is one of only two NGOs to hold a seat at the United Nations.  You can become part of this movement by becoming a member of Aberdeen YMCA whether that be a Full, Associate or Junior member.

We have 3 categories of membership:

Full Membership
The work of Aberdeen YMCA is missionary work on your doorstep.  If our work is to prosper and develop, it can only do so because of the commitment of a fellowship which shares a common vision.  If you share our vision we extend the warmest invitation to you to become an essential partner and Full Member of Aberdeen YMCA or join Friends of Aberdeen YMCA.  Supporting our outreach work and becoming a Full Member costs £10 per annum (September 1 – August 31).  If you join after February you only pay half the membership fee.

Full Members of the YMCA:

·         are entrusted with maintaining the Christian purpose of the Association

·         can get involved as a volunteer

·       are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting each year

·         receive a copy of the Annual Report

·         receive regular newsletters and prayer diaries

·         can subscribe to our email newsletter

·         are kept up-to-date with new developments

·       can request inclusion of information in the YMCA Newsletter

·       are invited to participate in Full Member networking activities

Associate Membership
Is open to any person of over 15 years of age and who, while not accepting the responsibility of full membership, nevertheless desires to link themselves in service with the full members.  Associate Membership is particularly useful if you stay outwith Aberdeen, perhaps overseas, but still want to identify your support for our work.  The YMCA is a Christian movement open to people of all religious faiths and those of none.  If you are not a Christian you are still welcome to become an Associate member of our YMCA.  Identifying yourself with Aberdeen YMCA, as an Associate Member costs £10 per annum (September 1 – August 31).  If you join after February you only pay half the membership fee.

 Junior Membership
Is open to any young people under the age of 15 years who are interested in the aims, purposes and facilities of the Association.  Becoming a Junior Member costs £10 per annum (September 1 – August 31).  If you join after February you only pay half the membership fee.

You can print out an application form and forward with payment to:
  

Membership Secretary

Aberdeen YMCA
52 Skene Terrace
Aberdeen
AB10 1RP

United Kingdom (Scotland)

Cheques should be made payable to Aberdeen YMCA