We’re Greater Manchester’s Community Foundation, the only charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester.
Everyone at Forever Manchester is horrified by the recent attack in Crumpsall. Our hearts go out to everyone affected, and we send our love, strength and solidarity to the local community at this deeply difficult time.
We fully endorse the joint statement issued by Greater Manchester Leaders.
You can read their full statement here.
Together, we remain committed to supporting communities across Greater Manchester, celebrating the kindness, resilience and unity that define our city-region.
Join us for a high-energy battle of the bands event where worker bees from across Manchester will go head to head to win over the crowd and judges.
We're inviting Greater Manchester businesses of all sizes to put their best musical talent forward and compete for glory in one of the city's most iconic music venues, all whilst raising vital funds for local community groups.
Find out more
Kellogg’s has teamed up with Forever Manchester to award grants of £1,000 to school breakfast clubs, to help them provide breakfast to those children who need it most.
Forever Manchester is working in partnership with SWEF to support young people aged between 18 – 30 from Greater Manchester who have set-up a business and are ready to take it to the next level but just need a bit of help to get there.
Closes: October 30, 2025 12 Noon
The CDL Fund welcomes applications from grassroots community groups based in the borough of Stockport.
Learn more about the ways you can get involved in supporting communities.
Find out what grants are available to apply to now, along with helpful information and FAQs.
Alzheimer's support groups
Befriending schemes
Cancer support groups
Disability groups
Ethnic minority groups
Food banks
Gardening groups
Homelessness
Inter-generational activities
Junior Football Clubs
Knitting groups
LGBTQ+ Groups
Music Groups
Neighbourhood watch schemes
Older people
Parent and toddler groups
Qualifications and Skills groups
Refugees
Sports clubs
Therapy
Under-represented people
Volunteer training
Walking groups
Xmas get togethers
Youth groups
Zillions more!
We're excited to announce the launch of our Birthday Party, taking place on Friday 6th February 2026.
No more cakewalks, we’re baking things seriously this year! Join us in a month of cakes and bakes, running your own bakesale, and raising money for Greater Manchester communities!
As one of the easiest ways to support us, take a look at our calendar of events!
Manchester, it's time to swap your spreadsheets for setlists!
We have a wide range of businesses willing to go the extra mile for Forever Manchester.
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