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 activi

ty. 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

The CDL Fund is now open!Awards of up to £1,000 are available to grassroots community groups based in Stockport with an ...
04/06/2026

The CDL Fund is now open!

Awards of up to £1,000 are available to grassroots community groups based in Stockport with an annual income of less than £150,000.

Closing: Thursday 2nd July 2026 at Midday

For more information and to apply, visit the link: https://forevermanchester.com/fund/cdl-fund/

The Circle Funerals Fund is now open!Awards of up to £1,000 are available to grassroots community groups based in South ...
04/06/2026

The Circle Funerals Fund is now open!

Awards of up to £1,000 are available to grassroots community groups based in South Trafford and the adjacent areas with an annual income of less than £50,000.

Closing: Thursday 2nd July 2026 at Midday

For more information and to apply, use the link: https://forevermanchester.com/fund/circle-funerals-fund/

What started as one parent’s concern about isolation has grown into a thriving community for young people across Manches...
04/06/2026

What started as one parent’s concern about isolation has grown into a thriving community for young people across Manchester ❤️

With support from Forever Manchester’s Community Builders, ‘A Quiet Space for Teens’ was created in the Great Northern development to support neurodivergent and home-schooled teenagers looking for friendship, support and connection.

Using the development’s Village Hall community space, the group now welcomes over 20 families every week and gives young people the chance to shape activities themselves, from arts and crafts to podcast training 🎙️

It’s a powerful reminder that strong communities can be built anywhere...even in the middle of a busy city centre.

Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday 21st June!Why not find something special while supporting a great cause at the same ...
01/06/2026

Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday 21st June!

Why not find something special while supporting a great cause at the same time?❤️

We’ve got plenty of gifts that would be perfect for dad waiting in store, and every sale helps support local communities through Forever Manchester.

Click the link in the comments and have a browse ✨

30/05/2026

From sketchbook to street view, local artist Olivia Woodward has captured the character of the city's most iconic pubs and clubs.

Wandering around Manchester, hand-sketching those lengendary places where the music was loud, the floors were sticky, the lights were low and nobody cared what time it was. Places where friendships were formed, bands were discovered and memories were made.

Created especially for Forever Manchester, prints and postcards of these illustrations are now available at forevermanchestershop.com .

A proper tribute to the venues that make Manchester feel like home. From first gigs to last orders.

If you're searching for a Father's Day gift, these might be just the thing!

30/05/2026

Good luck to all our runners for tomorrow from the Forever Manchester team! All of the money raised will go to fund and support grassroots community groups right across the ten boroughs of Greater Manchester ❤️

And a big thank you to our sponsor Xeinadin, and thank you to for very kindly designing our running shirts for us!

28/05/2026

From growing up with his grandad to building a career in food, and ending up feeling trapped in an IT job, Simon Wood always knew cookery was what he really wanted to be involved in.

In this episode of the Forever Mancunians podcast he has an honest sit down conversation with host with Sophie Sveinsson, where he reflects on the passion and confidence that came with this career change.

🎧 Full episode out tomorrow! Set your reminders...

Big shoutout to the amazing business supporters backing Forever Manchester and getting race-day ready! These incredible ...
27/05/2026

Big shoutout to the amazing business supporters backing Forever Manchester and getting race-day ready!

These incredible people are taking on the Great Manchester Run 10K, proudly wearing their Forever Manchester t-shirts as they raise funds for communities across Greater Manchester ❤️

Their support means so much, and we can't wait to see them out on the big day 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♂️‍➡️

🎟️ Fancy seeing Lily Allen live at the AO Area? We're raffling off two tickets, and you could be the lucky winner! £5 pe...
27/05/2026

🎟️ Fancy seeing Lily Allen live at the AO Area?

We're raffling off two tickets, and you could be the lucky winner!

£5 per entry
Draw closes 1st June 2026
Enter via the link in the comments

Every ticket sold helps us carry on backing the community projects that make Greater Manchester what it is.

Go on.... get involved and good luck 🤞

P.S. Postal entries need to arrive with us two days before the closing date 📨

Turn £1 into something amazing...With the Forever Manchester Lottery, just £1 a week gives you the chance to win up to £...
26/05/2026

Turn £1 into something amazing...

With the Forever Manchester Lottery, just £1 a week gives you the chance to win up to £25,000, while supporting incredible community groups across Greater Manchester.

Every ticket helps fund local projects that bring people together, improve wellbeing, and make a real difference in neighbourhoods across the city region.

It’s a simple way to give back, support local communities, and maybe even become our next big winner.

Sign up here: https://forevermanchester.com/support-us/forever-manchester-lottery/

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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