Since 2005, the Dunbar Area Christian Youth Project (DACYP) has engaged with 1000s of young people in the Dunbar district through schools work, community groups and local churches. Some of those we first worked with are the parents of the young people we work with now.
Our work is delivered by our full-time Youth Worker, a part-time Administrator and a growing team of volunteers.
DACYP seeks to demonstrate Christian love and compassion in practical ways. We also enable young people to explore the Christian Faith.
Looking forward to 2026
Our 20th birthday celebration in St Anne’s Church in September was a delight but it was not the end of special events for the year. Our AGM in November was uplifting and discussions raised a number of possible areas to develop. The Annual Report was distributed at the AGM and can be viewed by clicking on the button below.
In early December a jolly band of primary school pupils made Christmas crafts in Belhaven church hall - this was really enjoyed. Also Life Bites having run successfully for several years during the summer holidays had the first Christmas equivalent one – 15 young people supported by intrepid volunteers prepared and ate a delicious Christmas meal together one Saturday lunchtime in December, a great culinary and social success. In the last few days of term we had the great opportunity to provide volunteers to help marshall all pupils from Dunbar and West Barns Primary Schools walking to a Christmas themed event in one of the town churches with those taking the events co-ordinating the content so that whichever church a class attended they would hear the same Christmas message.
Celebrating 20 years of DACYP in 2025 was a great experience and a challenge to look forward to 2026 and beyond. We are so thankful to have such a dedicated team of over 40 volunteers as well as a full time Youth Worker (Richard Taylor) and excellent administrative and website support provided by Alison Murray. We are always looking for more volunteers so that we can provide a wider service to schools and the local community. Explore this website to see the range of things we do as an expression of Christian faith and love. Volunteering can involve financial support and praying for DACYP as well as taking part in activities with young people and we are encouraged by the increase in regular givers and the increased donations from existing givers. There are monthly Saturday morning prayer breakfasts to help each other to pray for the Project, see “Upcoming Events” for details.
Nick Archer, Chair of Trustees, January 2026
Recently . . .
20 years of DACYP
On Sunday 28th September, DACYP celebrated 20 years of service to the Dunbar Area. A mixed crowd of people, some of those currently involved and some who have contributed in the past, gathered together in St Anne's Church for a service of worship and thanksgiving.
We heard from our Youth Worker, Richard, Trustees Nick and Neil, and one of our volunteers, Chris, about the project past and present. Two of the Management Committee members, Anne and Bill led prayers and we were able to sing praise thanks to Hazel leading with guitar.
Refreshments were served and enjoyed by all.
Such a happy milestone to celebrate.
