Become a sponsor at Forever Manchester’s Birthday Party on 6th February 2026 at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel. We’re inviting you to join us at our Birthday Party as a sponsor—an opportunity for your business to celebrate Greater Manchester’s communities and support people where it matters most. Sponsor a Recognition Award (£4,500) During this special evening, 10 awards will be presented to outstanding businesses, community groups, and individuals who’ve gone the extra mile for Forever Manchester and local communities across Greater Manchester.
Small Business Supporter of the Year: This award is given in recognition of a small business (less than 30 employees) who raises funds and supports Forever Manchester in different ways. Business Supporter of the Year: Given in recognition of a business that has made a significant commitment and contribution to support the work of Forever Manchester. Great Mancunian Award: Given in recognition of an individual with true Mancunian spirit who has given their time, money, skills or resources to support Forever Manchester. Best Life Award: Given in recognition of a group working children, young people, families or the elderly to support them during their particular life stage. Forever Futures Award: Given in recognition of a group who are sharing their skills and knowledge with others to promote lifelong learning and skills development. For Everyone Award: Given in recognition of a group running activity that supports equality, diversity and opportunity for everyone.
Healthy Communities Award: Given in recognition of a group delivering activities that contribute to strong, healthy communities. This is the Place Award: Given in recognition of a group working with their community to improve their local environment and sustainability. Connecting Communities Award: Given in recognition of a person or group of local people who have got together to use their skills and talents to put on activity for their community, connecting neighbours and strengthening communities. Community Group of the Year Award: Given in recognition of a community group or project that has made a meaningful and significant impact in their community. Sponsor now
Benefits of sponsoring a Recognition Award Table of 10 tickets to the event Best seats in the house Opportunity to present the award to the recipient at the event Two bottles of wine for your table Photograph of you presenting the award for your own PR purposes Company description on the awards page of the programme Listed as an Award Sponsor in the event programme Branding on: The physical award Forever Manchester website, individual sponsorship story and post-event story related to the award that you have sponsored (over 18,000 visitors per month) Social media coverage (over 44,000 followers) Visual representation on screens at the event. Sponsor now View event details
Event sponsorship packages (starting £3,000) By becoming an event sponsor, you are supporting the stories and achievements that make Greater Manchester unique. It’s a chance to show your business values in action—backing local heroes and helping to build a stronger, more connected city for all. Let’s celebrate together. Sponsor the event
Drinks Reception and Tickets Package (£3,000) Get your company’s branding on all digital tickets sent to guests prior to the event and at the drinks reception prior to the event. Benefits for the Drinks Reception and Ticket Sponsor: Table of six tickets to the event (worth £990) Best seats in the house Two bottles of wine for your table Quarter-page colour advert in the event programme Listed as Drinks Reception and Ticket sponsor in the event programme Branding on: Tickets Forever Manchester website and individual sponsorship story (over 18,000 visitors per month) Social media coverage (over 44,000 followers) Visual representation on screens at the event
Community Entertainment Package (£4,250) Your company will be associated with the incredible entertainers from the community who perform on the night whether it be dance troupes, musicians, singers, bands, or choirs. Benefits for the Community Entertainment Sponsor: Table of ten tickets to the event (worth £1,650) Best seats in the house Two bottles of wine for your table Half-page colour advert in the event programme Listed as the Community Entertainment sponsor in the event programme Branding on: Forever Manchester website and individual sponsorship story (over 18,000 visitors per month) Social media coverage (over 44,000 followers) Visual representation on screens at the event
Photobooth Package (£4,250) Your company’s branding will feature on all photographs taken in the photobooth for guests to take home with them. Benefits for the Photobooth Sponsor: Table of ten tickets to the event (worth £1,650) Best seats in the house Two bottles of wine for your table Half-page colour advert in the event programme Listed as the Photobooth sponsor in the event programme Branding on: Photobooth panels and all photos taken (both digital and physical) Forever Manchester website and individual sponsorship story (over 18,000 visitors per month) Social media coverage (over 44,000 followers) Visual representation on screens at the event
Social Media Wall Package (£3,000) Your company’s branding will feature on the Social Media Wall which will be displayed on screens in the main room at the event. Benefits for the Social Media Wall Sponsor: Table of six tickets to the event (worth £990) Best seats in the house Two bottles of wine for your table Quarter-page colour advert in the event programme Listed as the Photobooth sponsor in the event programme Branding on: Social Media Wall Event T-Shirts Forever Manchester website and individual sponsorship story (over 18,000 visitors per month) Social media coverage (over 44,000 followers) Visual representation on screens at the event Sponsor the event View event details
