Forever Manchester

Forever Manchester Forever Manchester is the only charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester. So take a moment. Join the movement.

Forever Manchester is Greater Manchester's Community Foundation, the only charity that raises money to fund and support community activity across Greater Manchester. We believe that connected communities make stronger, happier communities, so we love any activity that brings people together. In every neighbourhood across Greater Manchester there are thousands of people involved in community activity. In fact, at any given time there are an unbelievable 20,000 local grassroots projects of varying sizes and interests taking place. These activities are the lifeblood of our neighbourhoods, they are happening right now on our doorsteps, and they are being run by people who give up their precious time to make our communities happier and safer places to be. Forever Manchester cares about those people who care enough to act. We champion local people doing extraordinary things together. And when advice, encouragement and funding is needed, Forever Manchester is there to provide a hand up to support them. Forever Manchester has delivered over £39 million worth of community funding across Greater Manchester over the last 30 years, benefiting 1.1 million people. All of the money raised for Forever Manchester is used to fund and support over 1,000 community projects in Greater Manchester each year. This means we will have supported community activity within a mile of your home or business if it’s in Greater Manchester. Forever Manchester is a charity for people round ‘ere, supporting community activity year in and year out. 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. Get involved. ForeverManchester.com

From The Greatest Showman to the greatest Christmas night out in Manchester… 🎪 This December, the AO Arena will be fille...
11/10/2026

From The Greatest Showman to the greatest Christmas night out in Manchester… 🎪

This December, the AO Arena will be filled with festive favourites, incredible voices and plenty of Christmas cheer for the Christmas Musical Spectacular, featuring amazing talent like Loren Allred!

Whether you’re looking for a night out with family, a festive treat with friends or just another excuse to get into the Christmas spirit, this is one to have in the diary.

And while you enjoy the show, your ticket will also help support Forever Manchester and the community activity we fund across Greater Manchester ❤️

📅 22nd & 23rd December
📍 AO Arena, Manchester

Get your tickets via the link in the comments and make it a Christmas night to remember.

Tomorrow’s the day 💪 Our amazing supporters will be lacing up their boots, getting muddy and taking on some serious chal...
09/10/2026

Tomorrow’s the day 💪

Our amazing supporters will be lacing up their boots, getting muddy and taking on some serious challenges!

Whether you’re taking on the course yourself or cheering from the sidelines, there’s still time to get behind your team.

Haven’t donated yet? Now’s your chance. Every bit of support helps us continue funding brilliant community activity across Greater Manchester.

Go on. Get behind your team 👊

A big thank you to Manchester Building Society, who recently celebrated their birthday and kindly sent us a lovely gift ...
08/10/2026

A big thank you to Manchester Building Society, who recently celebrated their birthday and kindly sent us a lovely gift package.

It was such a thoughtful surprise and very much appreciated by the team. And, of course, the chocolate went down an absolute treat!

Thank you for thinking of us and for your continued support ❤️

We recently joined a brilliant Meet the Funder event hosted by Stockport Homes at Offerton Community Centre, bringing to...
07/10/2026

We recently joined a brilliant Meet the Funder event hosted by Stockport Homes at Offerton Community Centre, bringing together community groups, CICs and charities from across Stockport.

The day was all about sharing advice, tips and practical guidance to help local organisations navigate funding opportunities and make their applications the best they can be.

After the presentations, we got to chat one-to-one with community groups about their ideas, answer questions and offer tailored advice.

It was fantastic to meet so many passionate people working to make a difference in their communities ❤️

A big thank you to Stockport Homes for bringing everyone together, and to all the funders who joined us:

Lottery Heritage Fund
Groundwork
Skylight Community Fund
Ward Flexibility Fund / Stockport MBC
National Lottery Community Fund
Manchester Airport Community Trust Fund
Locala Community Fund
Greater Together Foundation
Sector 3

£1 could become £25,000.That’s the thing about the Forever Manchester Lottery.For £1 a week, you could win:• £25,000 for...
05/10/2026

£1 could become £25,000.

That’s the thing about the Forever Manchester Lottery.

For £1 a week, you could win:

• £25,000 for matching all 6 numbers
• £1,000 for matching 5
• Or one of 35 weekly prizes of £5, £10 or £20

So that £1 in your pocket could look very different soon…

And while you’re having a go, you’re helping support communities across Greater Manchester too ❤️

Fancy your chances?

Enter via the link in the comments below.

It might be time to treat yourself to something from the Forever Manchester shop ❤️Whether it’s a little something for y...
03/10/2026

It might be time to treat yourself to something from the Forever Manchester shop ❤️

Whether it’s a little something for you or a gift for someone else, every purchase helps support Forever Manchester and the brilliant work happening across our city-region.

Go on. You deserve it!

Shop via the link in our comments!

If you watched Celebrity Traitors last night, you might be feeling a little Traitors-obsessed… So, a little reminder tha...
02/10/2026

If you watched Celebrity Traitors last night, you might be feeling a little Traitors-obsessed…

So, a little reminder that you can see the original winner live in Manchester.

🏆 Hannah Byczkowski, winner of the first ever series of The Traitors, is coming to Forever Funny!

Catch Hannah alongside Pete Otway, Eli Matthewson and Adam Rowe at Frog and Bucket on Tuesday 10th November.

🎟️ £20 per ticket
📍 Frog and Bucket, Manchester

A night of comedy for a very good cause ❤️

Link in the comments for tickets!

The DF Capital Foundation is now open!The DF Capital Foundation is offering awards of up to £2,500 to grassroots communi...
01/10/2026

The DF Capital Foundation is now open!

The DF Capital Foundation is offering awards of up to £2,500 to grassroots community groups based in any of the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester.

Applicants must be based in one of the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester and have an annual income of less than £75,000.

Closing at Midday on Thursday the 22nd of October 2026.

Click the link below for more information on eligibility and how to apply.

https://forevermanchester.com/fund/df-capital-foundation/

30/09/2026

A new episode of the Forever Mancunians podcast is live now, featuring actor Stuart Wolfenden

Hosted by Sophie Sveinsson, Forever Mancunians explores the impact our communities have on our lives, the people who shape us and the experiences that make us who we are.

In this episode, Stuart reflects on life’s ups and downs and how we can learn from the experiences we go through.

🎧 Available now! Watch the full episode now to hear more of Stuart’s story.

Once again, a big thank you to Manchester One Media for welcoming us into the studio and letting us film! 🎥❤️

29/09/2026

“Because I’m still a normal lad.” ❤️

On the latest episode of the Forever Mancunians podcast, host Sophie Sveinsson sits down with actor Stuart Wolfenden to chat about growing up in Greater Manchester, life in the spotlight and staying true to yourself.

In this clip, Stuart reflects on how people’s perceptions of him changed as his acting career grew, and how, despite what others might have thought, he hadn’t changed at all. Away from the screen, he was still the same lad, riding his BMX and spending time with his mates.

🎧 Watch the full episode of Forever Mancunians to hear more of Stuart’s story.

A big thank you to Manchester One Media for welcoming us into the studio and letting us film! 🎥❤️

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