Funding & Support
Forever Manchester funds and supports community activity across Greater Manchester.
We manage and administer a number of funds. For support and guidance on the best fund to apply to, please call us before making an application.
For help with deadline dates, eligibility, criteria, or if you encounter any problems, please contact our Awards Team:
0161 214 0940
awards@forevermanchester.comFunding Information
Our Frequently asked questions (FAQs) provide extra info about our funding programmes, how they work, and who can apply. Our Supporting Information page can help you with the documents we require when submitting an application.
Funds open for applications
SWEF Enterprise Fund
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.
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Voicescape Community Fund
Closes: August 14, 2025 12 Noon
The Voicescape Community Fund welcomes applications from grassroots community groups based in any of the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester. The Fund will focus on projects which support those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, as well as projects that provide education and skills development.
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