Spirit Stories week 9th - 13th March 2026: Showcasing Manchester's Business Partnerships

This week, we are highlighting incredible collaborations between local businesses and the VCSE sector – partnerships built on shared purpose, strong relationships and meaningful impact. 

Business Spirit Stories by Omairia bibi

These partnerships embody the Spirit of Manchester by: 

  • Bringing together skills, resources and creativity
  • Raising funds and awareness  
  • Transforming spaces and strengthening communities
  • Proving that when businesses and VCSEs collaborate, everyone wins

Let’s keep celebrating and investing in the partnerships that make Manchester vibrant, connected and compassionate. 

A special thank-you to Bidfood UK for supporting our Community and Business Collaboration Spirit of Manchester Award in 2025, where many of these amazing partnerships were highlighted.