Contraflow was originated by the local churches in Helensburgh and the surrounding area, when a group of representatives got together in early 1997 to discuss what could be done for the youth of the town. After much consideration, contact was made with Scripture Union and a committee was formed under the title of HACYP - 'Helensburgh Area Christian Youth Project'.
Finally in May 1998 a charitable trust was formed, with the name 'Contraflow' as the working title for the project.
