We’re Greater Manchester’s Community Foundation, the only charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester.
Since Forever Manchester was established in 1989 we have delivered over £60 million into local communities, supporting over 1,300 community projects in Greater Manchester each year.
But to do all this great stuff we need to raise money. So whether you are a company or individual, your generosity can create something special right across Greater Manchester, keeping it great.
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
Men in sheds
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!
If you want to do something extraordinary to help strengthen our communities across Greater Manchester, our handy fundraising guide provides you with the inspiration and information that you’ll need.
We’re delighted to announce our Community Award shortlists which will be presented at Forever Manchester’s Birthday Party on Friday 7th February 2025 at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be happy, and by working with local people we help bring the community together to create something special.
Join us on Friday 7th February 2024 for our Annual Birthday Party. Sponsorships and Tables still available.
We had an amazing response to our Summer Funding Programme Survey and got some really useful insights into how we can improve and update to better suit our applicants.
We’re delighted to announce the promotion and appointment of three new members to its leadership team.
We have a wide range of businesses willing to go the extra mile for Forever Manchester.
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