Our Business Supporters help to make what we do, possible. They provide valuable investment and support to our cause, in order for us to have a real impact on grassroots communities within Greater Manchester. Whether a one-off donation, participation in fundraising events, becoming a Forever Manchester Business Supporter or creating a Named Fund; we have a range of options to suit both your budget and charitable objectives. INTERESTED? GET IN TOUCH
How Forever Manchester Can Help So, what do you get from supporting Forever Manchester? Know that your donation and fundraising will directly support grassroot community projects across Greater Manchester. Forever Manchester has over 30 years’ experience in working with Greater Manchester businesses to deliver their charitable giving. Help your company to deliver its social values and community investment objectives. 100% of all money raised stays in Greater Manchester. We’ll tell you about the projects you help us support in our exclusive monthly newsletter. Your support helps to address key social issues such as poverty, social isolation, access to mental health support, health and wellbeing access to support and services that help local people lead happier healthier lives. Your funding can also help to support projects such as sport, disability, refugee support networks, arts projects, environmental projects, and music initiatives. Can help your company to achieve its EDI objectives. Increase your employee engagement through participation in exciting fundraising and social events and activities. And join those businesses on our digital wall. Be part of large network of successful businesses within Greater Manchester. An invite to our annual Business Supporters’ lunch, alongside some of Greater Manchester’s best businesses! Be featured on our website and socials, with over 15,000 visits and over 40,000 followers, respectively. Sponsorship opportunities for events and awards. Start your own Named Fund providing a strategic focus for your community investment. Claim tax relief on donations. Use of our logo to demonstrate your support.
Options available for your business to get involved Be a regular Donor Our Business Supporters donate £100 each month as part of their commitment to Forever Manchester. Not only does this give you access to the benefits above, but this provides consistent support for the communities of Greater Manchester. One-off Donations Donations make our work possible and are a massive help to those working across our community. There are many options available, which can suit all pockets.
Named Funds There is also the option to have a Named Fund. This directly links your company to local communities, and is a great step towards a meaningful social investment policy that sets you apart from others. Your fully branded Named Fund provides your company with an opportunity to have a strategic focus for its giving to support general community activity or a specific cause or geographical area. It can also provide opportunities for employee engagement by staff participation in the decision making process for applications to your Fund. If you wish to keep the fund going, you will need to make a donation each year but be assured the impact will last much longer. At the end of each year you will receive an annual report providing case studies and details of grants made from your Fund, enabling you to promote and share with staff and stakeholders. Themed Funds Our Themed Funds generate grants to support grassroot community projects across Greater Manchester that match your passion for a particular cause. For donations between £5,000 and £10,000 we can help your business deliver real social value, help to deliver key pillars of your social investment strategy, make a genuine, lasting difference at a local level and can provide you with an unparalleled return on your investment. You can support themes such as minoritised communities, environmental projects, mental health and wellbeing and more. Attend Events Many businesses choose to take part through our many fundraising events that take place throughout the year. From Comedy Nights to Bungee Jumps, we have lots of options. Get your employees involved for team-building or just for a bit of fun, all the while supporting your communities. If you have an idea for an event that isn’t on our calendar, you can create your own event in our name. Contact us to find out more. Sponsor Events If you love the sound of an event, you can sponsor it! With your brand featuring on promotional material, you will be front and centre, amplifying your company’s dedication to community investment. These can be big or small, with opportunities ranging from opportunities at our annual Birthday Party, to sponsoring t-shirts at the Great Manchester Run.
How can you take part? Every year, Forever Manchester hosts a wide range of fundraising activities for your business to get involved with, which include: Forever Manchester’s Tombola Prize Draw Discounted Charity Places at the Great Manchester Run Forever Football 7s Tournaments Forever Funny Comedy Nights Auctions Caketober Forever Manchester’s Annual Birthday Party And more! Fundraising is not just limited to our events. We also encourage businesses to host their own fundraisers, where we will provide help, guidance, and support along the way.
We also have the online ForeverManchesterShop.com – the ultimate shopping destination for Mancunian gifts, offering a great selection of products that celebrate some of Greater Manchester’s finest people, places and cultural references all whilst raising money for Forever Manchester. So what are you waiting for? If you are a business and would like to support us on a regular basis, then you can do this by setting up a regular direct debit using the button below. SET UP A DIRECT DEBIT
