Welcome to Youthtown

We are a national, not-for-profit Kiwi organisation, who since 1932, have been running programmes and programme spaces for 5-18 year-olds.
Holiday Programmes, After School Activities, Youth Development, Outdoors and EOTC, Youth Employment and Learner Licensing.

Why Youthtown?

We are a nationally operated, not-for-profit organisation, who since 1932, has been focused on empowering all young people in New Zealand to be the best they can be.

We run many programmes to encourage and support young people, build their skills and understanding and unlock their potential. Our vision is seeing more empowered young people, engaged in their communities.

Inspiration

Young people inspire us: they are the reason we do what we do at Youthtown!

Outcomes

Our programmes are designed around outcomes first and foremost. We focus on what is truly needed for each young person to thrive.

Environments

We create fun, safe, inclusive spaces and places that acknowledge the ever-evolving world that children and young people are journeying through.

Relationships

We regularly partner with national and local community organisations who are as driven as we are about improving outcomes for children and young people.

What people say

I've become more social and active. - Harshaan

I’ve long been impressed by the great team you have at Ponsonby Primary, I feel very lucky we have such a caring team of people looking after my child. - Briar

The staff were fantastic, friendly and caring. - Nadia

We had so much fun and I want to come back. - Grace

I feel I have leant more about becoming a better basketball player. - Jack

My self-confidence has gone up. - Faith

Just a big shout out to Damo, B, Megan and all the team in Chch, always consistent with our tamariki. - Toni