Our Manchester Voluntary and Community Sector Fund 2026-29
The OMVCS Fund is for Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) organisations that work in Manchester. The Our Manchester Strategy 2025–2035 sets the city’s priorities for the next ten years and VCFSE organisations are critical to its success.
What can the fund be used for?
You can use the fund to:
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Keep your organisation running (core costs)
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Run activities that help local people (activity costs)
To find out what you can apply for, read the OMVCS 2026-2029 Programme Guide.
How much money is available in total?
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From £10,000 up to £100,000 each year for three years (April 2026 to March 2029)
When can I apply?
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Opens: 9am, Monday 7 July 2025
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Closes: 12 noon, Monday 1 September 2025
How do I apply?
- Use our online eligibility checker to make sure you meet our minimum requirements.
- If eligible, you can apply to the fund using Smart Survey.
Can I get help with my application?
- Yes, our programme guide and application guidance tells you what we're asking for and gives examples.
- For all the documents you'll need and to access one to one support, visit Manchester Community Central (Macc's) OMVCS webpage.
Can I get help with Smart Survey?
Yes. The Our Manchester Funds team will be running a Smart Survey Top Tips Session to help you complete the Smart Survey form on
- Tuesday 15 July 2025 - 1pm to 2pm
We'll also be running Smart Survey Drop ins. These are 15-minute slots for individual help with Smart Survey. More sessions will be made available if needed.
- Thursday 31 July - 10am to 12 noon
- Tuesday 12 August - 1pm to 3pm
If you would like to attend any of these email omfunds@manchester.gov.uk.