Drake, who retired last summer after 30 years' service, was integral in setting up the £2.9m Norwich Central YMCA, which opened in January 2009.
The building will be called John Drake House and a plaque has been erected to commemorate his role. The centre provides accommodation for 16- to 25-year-olds.
Current YMCA Norfolk chief executive Tim Sweeting said: "This is a fitting tribute to a great man who has done so much to transform the lives of young people."
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