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The Institute of Community Reporters (ICR) is currently working in communities around Greater Manchester to gather people’s experiences and views on public services. They are training up groups of…
Black African and Caribbean elders develop dementia earlier than their White counterparts, but often delay help-seeking until crisis point. Delaying help-seeking has negative effects on future…
The Koestler Trust is delighted to announce the launch of their very first regional mentoring hub. Since 2007, The Koestler Trust’s arts mentoring scheme has been supporting people leaving prison to…
Watch our video below to announce the groups that have been awarded a mini-grant from our Spirit of Manchester Fund.   
Have you missed out on a place in this year's Great Manchester Run (10k)?Don't worry, we've got you covered!....sign up now and run for the Spirit of Manchester Fund from Macc (the organisation that…
The Auto Trader Community Fund aims to encourage small, community-based and locally controlled groups that manage themselves, encourage people to get involved as volunteers and who just need a bit of…
The programme aims to provide community sports clubs in the UK with much needed funds. Financial assistance is available for sports clubs throughout the UK to improve facilities, buy new kit and…
The Community Business Bright Ideas Fund aims to give your community group the support and tools to start setting up your community business. It will also give your group the early stage finance that…
Prosper offers the opportunity for arts and cultural organisations, companies or individual entrepreneurs in England to participate in nine months of free, dynamic and impactful business support…
Manchester people are urged to give their thoughts on the design of striking new National Memorial and Education Centre. The memorial and accompanying education centre will stand in the shadow of…
One in five adults have suffered mental health issues in the last five years, due to housing problems. Shelter’s new report reveals that the mental health of millions of people in England has…
Public buildings and spaces are vital; whether they are local libraries, green spaces or community centres, these assets sit at the heart of our neighbourhoods. But years of austerity measures and…