Youth Hostel Association of Northern Ireland Limited

Public benefits

The charity’s first object is to advance the education of the public, particularly but not exclusively young people, in the protection and conservation of the countryside. The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include passing on education to the next generation in particular in order to ensure the continued safe stewardship of our

environment in Northern Ireland. This benefit is demonstrated through the number of young people who complete accredited courses at our hostels. They are also demonstrated through our sustainability assessments, which are carried out by Hostelling International, a non-profit membership organisation for National Youth Hostel Associations which is based in England but which operates worldwide. The charity’s second object is in the interests of social welfare to provide or assist in the provision of facilities for recreation, particularly youth hostels or other suitable accommodation for the public, with the intention of improving their conditions of life. The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include the provision of opportunities for people of all backgrounds from all over the world to experience, discover, and learn more about both Northern Ireland, themselves, and each other through the ‘Hostelling Experience'. These benefits are demonstrated through the online reviews we receive in relation to atmosphere, value for money, and general comments. We also collect statistical information from all guests which shows the makeup of different nationalities we receive. The purposes of our charity do not lead to any harm or possibility of harm. The charity’s beneficiaries are the general public. This is clearly stated in our Articles of Association. There is no non-incidental private benefit flowing from YHANI’s purposes.

What your organisation does

YHANI provides good quality, safe and affordable accommodation throughout Northern Ireland for the general public. YHANI also works in partnership with other charities by applying for grants to deliver residentials at its hostels.