Bury VCFA

03/06/2026

Cost of Living Crisis Greater Manchester 2026 Funding Programme.

Are you a voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) organisation with an annual income between £50,000 and £250,000, working within one of Greater Manchester’s ten localities?
Does your organisation support people most affected by social inequalities and struggling with the ongoing cost‑of‑living crisis?

If so, you may be eligible for one of 36 grants of £5,000, available across Greater Manchester.
This funding aims to support organisations delivering vital work in communities where it is needed most.

Applications close at midday (12 noon) on Monday 22 June 2026.
Find out more and apply using the link below:

Type of grant Manchester Community Central funding Funder Manchester Community Central Image Image     Image      Funded by Eric Wright Charitable Trust Are you a voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) organisation with an annual income between £50,000 and £250,000 and based and wo...

03/06/2026

Looking for a way to give back, learn new skills, or meet great people? 🤝 The Bury Volunteer Fair is happening RIGHT NOW!

Come down to the Millgate Shopping Centre today, outside TJ Hughes (we are here until 3pm) to chat with a fantastic mix of local groups showcasing their latest volunteer opportunities. Your next big adventure starts here!

03/06/2026

Volunteers’ Week is a great opportunity to celebrate volunteers and inspire more people to get involved. Volunteer Managers can explore our Volunteer Manager Resources page for helpful tools, guides and funding information:
https://buryvcfa.org.uk/volunteer-manager-resources

02/06/2026

Special announcement for Volunteers’ Week!
We’re pleased to launch the LETS Value Volunteers Fund, Summer 2026, now open for applications!

Grants of up to £250 are available for Bury VCSE groups to help support and celebrate their volunteers. Application deadline: Sunday 2 August 2026

Please note: applicants must be members of Bury VCFA.
Membership is free and open to all VCSE, not‑for‑profit organisations, whether you are a small community group or a large charity.

Find out more about the fund, application process, and how to become a member on our grants page via the link below.
https://buryvcfa.org.uk/grants

02/06/2026

📣 Happening TOMORROW: Bury VCFA Volunteer Fair!
Join us tomorrow from 10am–4pm at The Millgate Shopping Centre (outside TJ Hughes) and take your first step into volunteering!

Meet local charities and community groups
Chat one-to-one with volunteer managers
Discover flexible opportunities that suit you
Get friendly advice and support from the Bury VCFA Volunteer Team

No booking needed – just come along, say hello, and start making a difference!

02/06/2026

Happy Volunteers’ Week!
We’re proud to be connected with amazing organisations like The Sunnywood Project, whose volunteers make such a huge difference in the community. Thank you to every volunteer for your time, passion, and dedication, you truly make things happen! 👏

💚 Happy Volunteers’ Week! 💚

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who make Sunnywood possible.

From supporting events and activities, assisting with youth programmes, leading adventurers, fundraising, marshalling, running aid stations, and so much more: our volunteers are absolutely at the heart of everything we do.

Their time, energy, passion, skills, and dedication help create opportunities for thousands of people to connect with nature, challenge themselves, learn new skills, and improve their wellbeing.

Every contribution makes a difference, and we are truly grateful for all that they do.

Thank you for being part of the Sunnywood community. We simply couldn’t do it without you. 💚

Bury VCFA

02/06/2026

let’s Live Well & Cook Well: a new Bury initiative supporting communities to cook healthy, affordable meals while tackling food inequality.
We’re inviting VCSE organisations to get involved by delivering local cooking sessions that build skills, confidence, and connection around food.

Successful groups will:
✅ Receive £2,500 to support delivery
✅ Gain access to COOKWell training
✅ Benefit from ongoing support
✅ Get kitchen equipment to help run sessions

Interested? Submit your expression of interest by midday on 30 June.
Find out more and apply via our website:
https://buryvcfa.org.uk/news/lets-live-well-cook-well

01/06/2026

🌟 It’s Volunteers’ Week (1–7 June)!

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who give their time, energy and passion to support our communities 💙
We’re kicking things off by highlighting our ‘Let’s Value Volunteers Fund’, which helped small VCSE groups recognise and thank their amazing volunteers over the festive season.

Thanks to the fund, groups were able to:
• Host special volunteer thank-you events
• Provide specialist equipment to support their roles
• Help cover volunteers’ out-of-pocket expenses

We’re so proud to support the organisations making a real difference and ensuring volunteers feel valued every step of the way. Take a look at our awarded grants page below to see the fantastic VCSE groups we’ve supported, along with other grants and projects:
https://buryvcfa.org.uk/grants-awarded-bury-vcfa

01/06/2026

🌟 Volunteer Week is here!

Hear from our Volunteer Lead, Mike, as he shares more about what volunteering means to us and how you can get involved.
📅 Join us at our upcoming Volunteer Fair / Wednesday 3 June 2026 / 10am – 4pm / The Millgate Shopping Centre (outside TJ Hughes)

Come along, meet the team, and discover how you can make a difference in your community!

01/06/2026

Volunteers’ Week 2026 | 1–7 June 💚

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible individuals who give their time, skills and energy to make a real difference across Bury. From supporting local communities to strengthening vital services, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do.
Thinking about volunteering or ready for a new opportunity?

👉 Visit the Bury Volunteer Bank to create your volunteer profile and register your interest in a wide range of volunteering opportunities across the Borough of Bury.
Whether you have a little time or a lot, your contribution matters. Join us in celebrating volunteers this week, and all year round.
Find out more and get involved today!
https://buryvcfa.org.uk/role-search