Third Sector Policy and Grants

The Council funds a support service to provide capacity building support and information for the third sector in  Manchester.  This is provided by:

Manchester Community Central

Information and support for the voluntary and community sectors in Manchester including a telephone helpline, website, weekly e-bulletin, quarterly newsletter and direct support.

Telephone: 0333 321 3021
Email: info@mcrcommunitycentral.org
Website: Manchester Community Central

There are many other  places for the third sector to get information and support and for the Council to share information about consultations and funding opportunities.  Here are just a few:

Community Foundation for Greater Manchester

The Community Foundation is a community of donors committed to improving the quality of life and helping to build stronger communities across Greater Manchester. The Community Foundation manages the Manchester Fund.

Telephone: 0161 214 0940
Grants Hotline: 0161 214 0951
Email: enquiries@communityfoundation
Website: Community Foundation for Greater Manchester

Somp Network in Manchester

Telephone: 0161 234 2916
Email: info@cn4m.net
Website: Community Network For Manchester

Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO)

GMCVO is the support (infrastructure) organisation for the third sector in Greater Manchester. It's aim is to represent, promote and develop the sector and also work in partnership with other organisations doing similar work.

Telephone: 0161 277 1010
Email: gmcvo@gmcvo.org.uk
Website: Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisation (GMCVO)

One Central Place

A directory of voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups active in Manchester.The directory enables VCS groups in Manchester to promote their work and make contact with other groups to network and share information. It also provides an opportunity for groups to be contacted and consulted on specific areas of interest.

Telephone: 0161 234 2909
Email: hello@onecentralplace.org
Website: One Central Place