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.
Closes: May 22, 2025 12 Noon
The Stagecoach Greater Manchester Fund welcomes applications from grassroots community groups based in any of the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester.
Closes: June 26, 2025 12 Noon
The Full Circle Funerals Partners Altrincham Fund welcomes applications from grassroots community groups based in South Trafford and its adjacent areas.
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!
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We are very proud to announce that we are the Charity Partner for the incredible 'Music For The Senses' trail that will be taking over Manchester this summer.
Forever Manchester, Greater Manchester’s most exciting and dynamic charity is searching for a new Chair to help shape the future of our incredible work.
Run and raise money for Forever Manchester in the Great Manchester Run 10k taking place on Sunday 18th May 2025.
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.
We are excited to announce that Super Duper Media Group (SDMG) has joined us as a Business Supporter!
In the face of a challenge we always stand tall Mancunians in union delivered it all
We have a wide range of businesses willing to go the extra mile for Forever Manchester.
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