About Youthtown

Who we are

We’re a national, not-for-profit Kiwi organisation that’s been around since 1932, and we're all about helping young people thrive. Whether you’re 5 or 24, we’ve got something for you, and we’re here to support you as you grow, explore, and connect with the world around you.

Our programmes reflect what today’s youth are passionate about, and we make sure they’re designed to make a positive difference. Whether it’s our after-school and holiday programmes, outdoor education, career exploration, or even just creating spaces where you can relax, connect, and hang out, we’ve got your back.

We want to help you build life skills, resilience, and the confidence to take on life and embrace your greatness.

To visit Youthtown’s youth services website, click here

The Youthtown Trust

In 2002 Youthtown Inc. made the decision to establish its own line of funding by operating Class 4 gaming with the support of gaming venues throughout New Zealand. This allowed our organisation to grow nationally and gave us the ability to fund other non-Youthtown youth and community initiatives.

As an ‘end-user’ trust, some of the net proceeds from gaming venues support Youthtown’s own branches and our Youth Services activity. Gaming funds are also distributed into the local communities where our gaming venues are located and to other youth-focused community organisations, projects and initiatives throughout New Zealand.

Our philosophy is to return the money that is raised back into the local community either through the provision of Youthtown services or to support local community groups and initiatives.