Connecting Communities in Summer 2023

Forever Manchester is offering 100 awards of £100, to help community groups across Greater Manchester get together and connect with their neighbours and communities over summer.

a blue bag with a yellow ribbon around the top and white pound sign on the frontApplicants must be from a community organisation with their own bank account, or know a community organisation willing to accept an award on your behalf. Funds cannot be paid into personal bank accounts.

What can you apply for?
That is up to you. Here’s a few ideas that communities have enjoyed in the past:

  • Street parties
  • Sports and fun days in the local park
  • Bingo or quizzes
  • Guided walks and activity trails
  • Afternoon tea

Activities must take place in August 2023.

Apply here

Deadline: 21 July 2023, 12pm