Funding

Greater Manchester Black History Month 2026 Community Micro-Grants Programme

CAHN, in partnership with Greater Manchester Combined Authority and the Greater Manchester Race Equality Panel, is inviting applications for small community micro-grants of up to £500 to support Black History Month 2026 activity across Greater Manchester.

Community groups and grassroots organisations across Greater Manchester can apply for up to £500 to support local Black History Month activities, including education, culture, entertainment, heritage, storytelling, wellbeing and community dialogue.

easyfundraising - Over £2m in unrestricted funding has been donated in the past 3 months

This summer, £2m in unrestricted funding has been donated to third sector organisations through the easyfundraising platform.

Through this free to use and trusted website, thousands of online retailers will donate money to your organisation when your volunteers, staff, trustees and supporters shop with them. Popular retailers who will donate include Tesco, trainline, eBay, Argos, Asda, Sainsbury’s, John Lewis, M&S, Boots, Asda, Booking.com and 8,000 others.

Topics

How charities can unlock more value from their CRM

For charities, getting to know their audience is essential. In a world where online experiences are tailored to our every convenience, charities need to ensure their fundraising and marketing activities follow suit, boosting fundraising, engagement, and creating vocal advocates for their cause. Fortunately, many charities already hold the key to good online experiences: it lies within their data. 

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Building Fundraising Strategy

Join Voice4Change England for this 1 hour workshop where you'll learn how to craft a data-driven, audience-focused fundraising strategy.

Tired of scrambling for donations and want a proactive plan to reach your goals? If you feel overwhelmed by the fundraising landscape and need clarity on where to focus your efforts, this workshop is for you. Discover how to maximise your impact by identifying the right fundraising channels for your audience.

What you’ll learn 

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An introduction to digital fundraising

Join this workshop to learn how to build a clear strategy, pick the right tools, and win new donors through powerful storytelling.

The digital landscape can feel overwhelming. With so many platforms, tools, and changing algorithms, it is easy to spend valuable time on fundraising campaigns that yield low returns. Join this workshop to walk away with a clear action plan to reach new donors, select the right tech for your budget, and build a sustainable digital fundraising roadmap.

What you’ll learn 

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Third Sector Lab: Beyond the case study – Finding and sharing stories that show your real impact

Storytelling is one of the most powerful ways charities can demonstrate their impact, build public understanding and inspire action. This practical introductory session explores how to identify stories that bring your charity’s work to life.

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