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 £65 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!
Our office is closing on the 20th December 2024 and reopening on 2nd January 2025.
Forever Manchester, the Community Foundation for Greater Manchester, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new patrons: BBC presenter and broadcaster Anna Jameson and renowned Manchester poet Tony Walsh.
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 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 have a wide range of businesses willing to go the extra mile for Forever Manchester.
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