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A new publication sharing the life stories of a group of older south Asian men living in North Manchester has been launched.

Khidmat: Our Stories was co-produced by researchers from the Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group at the University of Manchester and members of the Khidmat Group, a community organisation for older south Asian men.

It features the first-person life stories of eight group members, alongside striking photographs of the men in their neighbourhoods in Crumpsall and Cheetham Hill taken by documentary photographer Chan yang-Kim.

Click here to read more: Khidmat

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Celebrate South Asian Heritage - Afternoon of Culture, Community and Creativity

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Celebrate South Asian Heritage - Afternoon of Culture, Community and Creativity

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Embracing Ageing Sessions - For everyone aged 65+

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Embracing Ageing Sessions - For everyone aged 65+

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A programme of activities for everyone aged 65+

- Wellbeing Activities

- Information and Advice

- Refreshments

- Make Friends

- Card and Board Games

Please share with any members in your network that would like to attend!

The sessions will take place at:

Birch Community Centre, Brighton Grove, Manchester, M14 5JT

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Prevent Breast Cancer - Free tailored support

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Prevent Breast Cancer - Free tailored support

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Applications can be submitted at any time and will be considered on a fortnightly basis.

Who can apply? Small grants to community groups to engage children and young people between the ages of 6-16 years* in cycling, including putting on events and activities.

Grant amount: Grants of up to £500, however for larger projects or for multiple events,will consider awarding grants of up to £1,000.

Application process: Apply here.

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Manchester Active grants for children and young people’s cycling | Action Together

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Aims/priorities: Delivery must take place within the Manchester City Council boundary area and be for the benefit of residents living there.Successful applicants agree to sign up to Manchester Active’s Provider Portal, where they will upload their documentation to demonstrate they meet Manchester Active’s delivery standards (public liability insurance of £10m,plus safeguarding evidence). Support will be given for this. https://providers.mcractive.com/

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Embracing Ageing Sessions - For everyone aged 65+

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Embracing Ageing Sessions - For everyone aged 65+

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A programme of activities for everyone aged 65+

- Wellbeing Activities

- Information and Advice

- Refreshments

- Make Friends

- Card and Board Games

Please share with any members in your network that would like to attend!

The sessions will take place at:

Birch Community Centre, Brighton Grove, Manchester, M14 5JT

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Train in Construction - Fully Funded Course

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Train in Construction - Fully Funded Course

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The future use of the Community Right to Buy Fund: insights from community businesses - Power to Change

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Community businesses say funding and support must go further.

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This Vacant Property Toolkit has been developed by Artspace Lifespace with funding from Power to Change as a free how-to guide for creatives and communities looking to take on empty properties.

To for more information and to receive the toolkit please follow the link above

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Vacant Property Toolkit - Artspace Lifespace

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A Vacant Property Toolkit developed by Artspace Lifespace with funding from Power to Change to support people to take on their own community buidings.

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Opportunity to book free Cancer Awareness Sessions

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Opportunity to book free Cancer Awareness Sessions

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The sessions cover:

The three NHS screening programmes: Breast, Cervical, and Bowel Screening

Cancer signs and symptoms

How to check yourself and be more cancer aware

How to speak up and be heard when seeking support or healthcare

The sessions are engaging, interactive, and typically last around 60 minutes, although we can tailor them to meet the needs of your group. For example, when delivering sessions for men's groups, we have focused on bowel screening, prostate cancer awareness, and briefly touched on breast cancer.

They are flexible and can deliver:

A single one-hour session

A series of sessions over several weeks

Bespoke sessions designed around the interests and needs of your group

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Live Well Communities Fund: Empowering Leaders Social Action Grants - North Manchester

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Live Well Communities Fund: Empowering Leaders Social Action Grants - North Manchester

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Our programme is aimed at individuals aged 18-35 from Global Majority communities living in North Manchester who are leading or piloting grassroots social action projects. Fifteen grants of £1,500 are available, alongside a targeted leadership development programme designed to strengthen community power and build long-term resilience.

Deadline: 27th July, 12pm

To apply and for more information:

Live Well Communities Fund: Empowering Leaders Social Action Grants | Manchester Community Central

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Manchester Community Central is proud to announce the launch of Phase Two of the Live Well Communities Fund, part of Greater Manchester's Live Well initiative.

Following the success of the first phase - which supported 18 local groups with grants and tailored capacity building support - the next stage of the programme will focus on empowering individuals who are driving positive change within their communities.

Empowering Leaders: social action grants and leadership support for North Manchester

Phase Two has been shaped by community consultations and through working with our community design panel.

To remove barriers and reach emerging leaders earlier in their journey, this phase is aimed at individuals aged 18-35 from Global Majority communities living in North Manchester who are leading or piloting grassroots social action projects.

Fifteen grants of £1,500 are available, alongside a targeted leadership development programme designed to strengthen community power and build long term resilience.

The fund continues to align with the wider Live Well programme outcomes, which aim to:

Create stronger, healthier communities where people can live well locally

Promote economic and social inclusion, helping residents gain skills and access employment or volunteering

Strengthen community power and leadership, shifting decision making closer to local people.

Focus on prevention, reducing future demand on public services

Tackle health, social, and economic inequalities across Greater Manchester

Through small grants and tailored support, the Live Well Communities Fund enables individuals to test new ideas, pilot approaches, and take on stronger leadership roles - helping North Manchester thrive.

How to apply

Applications are open to individuals aged 18-35 from Global Majority communities who live in North Manchester and are delivering or planning activities that benefit their local area.

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Live Well Communities Fund: Empowering Leaders Social Action Grants

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Manchester Community Central is proud to announce the launch of Phase Two of the Live Well Communities Fund, part of Greater Manchester's Live Well initiative. Following the success of the first phase - which supported 18 local groups with grants and tailored capacity building support - the next stage of the programme will focus on empowering individuals who are driving positive change within their communities.

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Thursday 13th August 10am-2pm at Rusholme Children's Centre

Offering FREE preloved school uniforms for children from Nursery aged children up to year 6

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This summer the Manchester Citizens Advice Van will be popping up to offer welfare, debt and energy advice at various community events across the neighbourhood including:

1. Ladybarn Community Hub on Friday 14th August 10am-3pm. This will be running alongside the Green Summer Fair Event organised by Ladybarn Community Hub.

2. Old Moat Lane on Tuesday 25th August 11am-2pm. This will be running alongside the Southways Family Funday organised by Southway Housing.

3. Easthope Close on Monday 3rd August 11am-2:30pm. This will be running alongside the Active Streets Event organised by Manchester City Council.

All are welcome!

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Summer activities for SEND families in the Manchester City Council area. Still more to come! 

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Summer activities for SEND families in the Manchester City Council area. Still more to come! 

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Click the link below to see what trips are coming up:

☀️Summer bookings and SEND News - July 8th 2026☀️

These Trips will be booked through Eventbrite - Bookings go live on Saturday 11th July at 4pm.

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W e are a Parent Led SEND Family Support & Training Organisation. W e aim to improve outcomes for SEND Families in Manchester by reducing social isolation, upskilling and empowering our families. Whilst working with services both Statutory and VCSO to ensure our families are getting the Education a…

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'Come as you really are' Project Opportunity

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'Come as you really are' Project Opportunity

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Showcase what you do and what you are passionate about in a brand new project - taking place at Aviva Studios in Manchester

To get involved :

Email - no.shar.sangster@factoryinternational.org

Call - 07943 202565

Website - Callout: Come As You Really Are | Hetain Patel | Factory International – Factory International

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Do you provide food as a service to support vulnerable people in your community?

Fareshare GM distributes good quality surplus food across Greater Manchester and beyond. They offer a range of low cost memberships to suit different organisations

For more info: Food Charity Manchester | Donate & Volunteer | FareShare GM

email: membership@emergemanchester.co.uk

Food Charity Manchester | Donate & Volunteer | FareShare GM

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To find out more about heat health alerts and

Manchester’s Cool Spaces, scan the QR Code

or visit manchester.gov.uk/cool-space

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Everything you need, all in one place! Check out our Linktree for quick access to all our important links. 🔗

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Sign up here to become a Manchester BME Network member - receive important Manchester-based updates, including our newsletter, funding information and events

https://mailchi.mp/da8e0d26eb53/member-sign-up-form

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Upcoming Events | Rainbow Surprise Community Activities

When: Every Sunday  |  Time: 4:30–6:30 PM

Who: 14–19 year olds

Location: Crumpsall Community Hall, Cleveland Road, M8 4GS

Sports sessions and team games.

Cooking & baking, gardening, and arts & crafts.

Walks, hikes, and educational trips.

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Upcoming Events | Rainbow Surprise Community Activities

When: Every Wednesday | Time: 5:00–6:00 PM

Location: Abraham Moss Leisure Centre, 140 Crescent Road, Crumpsall, M8 5UF

Free, fun and social cricket at a slower pace.

Suitable for all abilities.

Improve physical fitness and mental wellbeing.

Meet new people and stay active.

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Your Neighbourhood Fund                                                           [Rolling Deadline]

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Your Neighbourhood Fund                                                           [Rolling Deadline]

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Your Neighbourhood Fund helps residents come together, build stronger communities, and make local areas better. The fund is about local people, local ideas and local impact.

Each area (ward) in Manchester has a total of £30,000 to support  community-led projects. There is no minimum amount you can apply for. The maximum you can request for one project is £5,000.

You do not need to be a big or established community group. Small and new groups of residents can apply too.

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Your Neighbourhood Fund | Your Neighbourhood Fund | Manchester City Council

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Your Neighbourhood Fund offers grants of up to £5,000 to support resident‑led projects that strengthen communities and improve neighbourhoods across Manchester.

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The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has published the Summer Readiness Toolkit’ a Talking about heat guide – A toolkit for organisations supporting older people during hot weather and the Heat health Action Card for the VCFSE Sector to support your planning and response.

In line with government guidance, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority is asking all VCFSE partners to take the following actions:

Key Actions at Amber Alert Level

Check in on people who may be more affected by heat – especially those living alone or without access to cool spaces

Continue Yellow Alert actions – (see attached action card) encourage hydration, ventilation, and regular contact

Adapt your services if needed – consider rescheduling home visits and activities to avoid the hottest part of the day

Brief your staff and volunteers – make sure they know the signs of heat exhaustion and what to do

Link in with local partners – stay connected with your local authority, health services, or Local Resilience Forum

https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/sites/default/files/Heat-Health%20Alert%20summary%20action%20card%20for%20the%20voluntary%20and%20community%20sector_0.pdf

talking-about-heat-2026-accessible-version-accessible.pdf

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Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27 - Apply here

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Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27                                                             [Rolling Deadline]

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Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27                                                             [Rolling Deadline]

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Sport clubs and community organisations based in the City of Manchester can apply for grants between £250 - £3000. The fund will operate as a rolling funding programme from April 2026 to March 2027. This fund is designed to support Manchester residents to move more, with priority themes being:

Low or no-cost activities

Women’s and girls' participation

Activities for 0–5-year-olds

Walk, Run, Cycle initiatives

Retention and growth of participation

Applications are not limited to the above themes but priority will be given to applications that support one or more of these themes.

for more information - Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27 | Manchester Community Central

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Manchester Neighbourhood Sports Fund 2026-27 is now open!Sport Clubs and Community Organisations based in the City of Manchester can apply for grants between £250 - £3000. The fund will operate as a rolling funding programme from April 2026 to March 2027. This fund is designed to support Manchester residents to move more, with our priority themes being: Low or no-cost activitiesWomen’s and girls’ participationActivities for 0–5-year-oldsWalk, Run, Cycle initiativesRetention and growth of participationApplications are not limited to the above themes but priority will be given to applications that support one or more of these themes.Application Review Dates:*Round 1 - 11/05/2026Round 2 - 06/07/2026Round 3 - 28/09/2026Round 4 - 07/12/2026Round 5 - 01/03/2027*Decisions will be communicated within 10 days of each review date. We reserve the right to change or remove any of these dates.FUNDING LEVELSLevel 1 - Up to £500Supports organisations to meet minimum operating standards and strengthen governance. E.g. PLI uplift, welfare officer training, governance support. NOTE: We can not fund DBS payments. If you are a volunteer an Enhanced DBS is free to apply for.Level 2 - Up to £1500Supports the continuation or enhancement of existing programmes.E.g. Equipment, venue hire (if you don’t own/lease the venue), marketing & engagement Level 3 - Up to £3000Support new, free or low‑cost initiatives that increase participation. Initiatives must last for a minimum of 12 weeks. Can also be used to support small capital work i.e. facility improvements, small refurbishmentsFull criteria and terms & conditions can be found on the below link. Please read this document full before applying. https://shorturl.at/LuqMa These grants are provided by Manchester City Council and supported by the Manchester Marathon Community Fund. To apply Level 2 & Level 3 clubs and organisations must be registered be fully compliant on the MCRactive Provider Portal. Level 1 applicants must be fully complaint within 6 weeks of receiving the funding. The portal ensures all providers meet minimum operating standards, including safeguarding, qualifications, and activity promotion.By applying for the fund, and registering on the Portal, applicants consent to the processing and storage of their personal data in line with Manchester Active’s privacy policy which can be found by following this link: https://shorturl.at/sQ6jUFor any further information contact Manchester Active via email: grants@mcractive.com.

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Need tax help? Gen Zs wish they had learnt basics about tax

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Need tax help? Gen Zs wish they had learnt basics about tax

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As exams are finishing and young people are starting their summer job search, the HMRC app can help them understand their tax affairs and money matters.

40% of young people wish they had learnt the basics about tax when they were younger.

Young jobseekers have access to all the job-related details they need in the HMRC app to simplify and speed up the process when starting a new seasonal job, including their National Insurance number, tax code, employment history and Pay As You Earn (PAYE) details.

People can download the HMRC app from GOV.UK or from the App Store or Google Play.

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HMRC Press Office and HMRC Press Office Out Of Hours Contact and HMRC Press Officer - PR Desk - Personal, Borders & Trade (NB)

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Need tax help? Gen Zs wish they had learnt basics about tax

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40% of young people wish they had learnt the basics about tax when they were younger.
HMRC is encouraging young people to use the HMRC app to manage their…

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Have Your Say on Personalised Care and Direct Payments

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Have Your Say on Personalised Care and Direct Payments

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Manchester City Council is looking to hear from organisations supporting people with social care needs. They want to understand experiences of Personalised Care and Direct Payments and how they could be improved for Manchester's Black and Ethnic Minority communities.

We know that organisations within the BME Network play a vital role in supporting communities and helping to build stronger understanding between services and the people they support. If you are able, please:

Complete our short survey: https://forms.office.com/e/Dz7ax2yzJx

Or contact us at personalisationproject@manchester.gov.uk if you’d prefer to share your experiences in a conversation or need the information in a different format

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Free Gardening Sessions with Sow the City 

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Free Gardening Sessions with Sow the City 

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Free friendly gardening sessions at Gorton Central with Lucy from Sow The City.

Every Tuesday afternoon, 1-3pm until 18th August.

Learn how to grow food and craft with natural materials.

Drop-in or sign up online via the QR code.

Any questions, please call 0161 222 3633 to find out more.

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14th July, 3.30-5.00pm - Bulk Purchasing and Warehousing. You can sign up to attend or receive a copy of the recording here.

23rd July, 10-11.00am - Feeding Britain Policy Briefing Session. You can sign up to attend or receive a copy of the recording here.

Past Webinar Recordings:

Looking Ahead to the Crisis and Resilience Fund: Lessons from the Household Support Fund on Embedding Resilience and Reducing Dependence on Food Banks (19th March) - You can view a recording of the session here.

Adverse Childhood Experiences, Trauma & Food Insecurity (11th May) - You can view a recording of the session here.

Recruiting, Training and Retaining Volunteers in Affordable Food Clubs (2nd June) - You can view a recording of the session here.

Bulk purchasing from Food and Community Trust (3rd June) - You can view a recording of the session here.

Results from Feeding Britain's latest Member Survey (9th June) - You can view a recording of the session here.

Mapping Your Local Food Network (24th June) - You can view a recording of the session here.

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Access to good quality food for all is possible, and essential for a thriving society.

What we do

Feeding Britain is an award-winning charity with a vision of a UK where no one goes hungry. We support a national network of 60 regional anti-hunger partnerships comprising more than 600 local organisations - ranging from community centres and schools, to local authorities and social enterprises.

By piloting innovative and effective new projects, and showing how food insecurity can be prevented, we are designing a road map for eliminating hunger from the communities we serve. By sharing this knowledge with others, and using it to work for systemic changes at a national level, we will ensure hunger becomes a thing of the past.
Find out more
Latest appeals

Learn more

Our president

I am proud to be the President of Feeding Britain. The work that is being done to support people at very real risk of hunger, and to find ways to tackle the root causes of hunger, is critical and the successes to date are encouraging.

Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury

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What we do Feeding Britain is an award-winning charity with a vision of a UK where no one goes hungry. We support a national network of 60 regional anti-hunger partnerships comprising more than 600 local organisations - ranging from community centres and schools, to local authorities and social enterprises.

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Greater Manchester Older People's Equality Panel is Recruiting

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Greater Manchester Older People's Equality Panel is Recruiting

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The Panel acts in an advisory role and reports directly to the GMCA Portfolio Leads for Equalities and Communities.

Key priorities for 2026 are:

• Care Settings

• Financial Hardship for Older People

• Digital Participation.

If you are 50+ and live in Greater Manchester or you are part of an organisation working with older people in Greater Manchester this is an opportunity to join with others to be a strong voice in

influencing decision-making on key issues affecting older people.

Link

www.gmopn.org.uk/gmopep-recruitment

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Free Manchester Neighbourhood Community NHS Health Checks 

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Free Manchester Neighbourhood Community NHS Health Checks 

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Rainbow Community Centre, Humphrey Street, Crumpsall, Manchester

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18th May, 29th June, 27th July and 17th August

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Talking Generations: Women Across the Life Course

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Talking Generations: Women Across the Life Course

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Contact for more information: abi@imm-music.com

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This fund aims to provide direct support to some of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in Manchester, including adults, children, and people who are sick, convalescent, or disabled.

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Manchester Relief in Need Grants                                      [Rolling Deadline]

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Manchester Relief in Need Grants                                      [Rolling Deadline]

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Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are available for organisations.

Grants of up to £500 are available for individuals and families.

There are three strands of funding:

Manchester Relief in Need Grants - for adults living in Manchester.

Children Relief in Need Grant - for children under the age of 25 in Manchester.

District Nursing Fund - for the relief of people living in Manchester, Salford, or Trafford, who are on low income and are sick, convalescent, or disabled.

The trustees meet on the last Friday of every month (excluding December) to review applications.

Applications should be submitted before noon of the 15th of every month (excluding December 2025 when the deadline is on the 11th), to be considered at the subsequent trustee meeting.

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Manchester Relief in Need, Children's Relief in Need & District Nursing Institution Fund

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Manchester Relief in Need, Children’s Relief in Need & District Nursing Institution Fund

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Manchester Relief in Need, Children’s Relief in Need & District Nursing Institution Fund

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A guide to help VSCE Sector organisations to implement menstrual health support in their workplaces

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Macc’s Workplace Menopause Support Resource Pack

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A guide to help other VCSE sector organisations to implement menstrual health support in their workplaces

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Macc’s Workplace Menstrual Health Support Resource Pack

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Stronger Communities Fund -  We Love MCR Charity  [Rolling Deadline]

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Stronger Communities Fund -  We Love MCR Charity  [Rolling Deadline]

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Grants are available to local community and charity groups for projects in Manchester that improve their local communities.

Funding is intended to assist local charities, community groups and organisations working to improve the lives and life chances of people living in Manchester and to help develop stronger communities by encouraging more citizens to be active in working together to strengthen their community.

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Stronger Communities Fund | We Love MCR Charity

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Supporting Manchester’s unbeatable communities for over a decade!