YMCA is the oldest and largest charity working with young people in the world. Find out more about the key figures within YMCA England & Wales – the national council of YMCAs in England and Wales.

Denise Hatton, YMCA England CEO

Chief Executive

Denise Hatton, Chief Executive Officer and National Secretary, leads our Senior Leadership Team.

Her Majesty The Queen

Patron

Her Majesty the Queen has been Patron of the National Council of YMCAs since 1952, succeeding her father King George VI.

The Most Revd and Right Honourable Dr John Sentamu

President

The Rt. Rev. & Rt. Hon The Lord John Sentamu, is President of YMCA England & Wales.
Reg Bailey CBE

Trustees

YMCA England & Wales is governed by a board of trustees who volunteer their time to help direct our work.

George Williams

Our Founder

YMCA was founded in London by Sir George Williams in 1844.