Forever Manchester

The nights out at your favourite bar, the gigs where you danced the night away and the walks through the city with mates you'll be reminiscing with for years to come 🎓

For many students, Manchester becomes more than just a place to study. It's where friendships are formed, independence grows and unforgettable memories are made.

Whether you're celebrating your own upcoming graduation or looking for the perfect gift for someone who's nearly there, our Manchester-inspired prints and gifts are a little piece of the city to take with you wherever life leads next.

Shop all gifts online at the Forever Manchester Shop! Link below in comments.

June is for making plans. December is for enjoying them... 🎄

Give yourself something to look forward to this Christmas as the Christmas Musical Spectacular returns to the AO Aena for two spectacular nights of festive entertainment!

Join us at the AO Aena on the 22nd and 23rd December.

Tickets available via the link in the comments 🎟️

Always focusing on 'what's strong, not what's wrong?'

ABCD starts with a simple question. Rather that focusing on problems, we focus on strengths, skills, passions and possibilites.

We work on the belief that everyone has something to offer, regardless of their background or circumstances.

When communties build on what already exists, change comes from the inside out, creating stronger and more sustainable connections.

Learn more about our asset-based community development training via the link in the comments below.

Forever Manchester CEO celebrated for 27 years of Grassroots Funding

Nick said ‘The most powerful thing lesson I’ve learned, and its simple but genuinely life-changing – is this, the strength of a community is measured by how deeply its people care for one another.

I hope my legacy isn’t measured by what I’ve done, but on what the team go on to do, because the organisation is not about one person, it’s about shared responsibility, being brave and doing the right thing even when it’s easier not to.

In a word that celebrates individual success, Forever Manchester has always been different, and championed the power of communities, and helped them build themselves to be stronger’

Rachel Hirst, current deputy CEO, will succeed Massey as the new CEO.

Read more here: https://forevermanchester.com/story/forever-manchester-ceo-celebrated-for-27-years-of-grassroots-funding/

With the World Cup underway, now's the perfect time to treat the football fan in your life to something special. Our online shop is packed with football-inspired coasters, prints, greetings cards and mugs that celebrate the passion, pride and excitement of the beautiful game.

And if you're still looking for a Father's Day gift, you might just find the perfect match.

Every purchase supports Forever Manchester and the local community groups we fund across Greater Manchester, helping local people and neighbourhoods.

Shop now via the link in the comments!

Whether you win or not, someone always benefits.

For just £1 a week, you could win up to £25,000 with the Forever Manchester Lottery while also helping local communities thrive across Greater Manchester.

With 35 guaranteed runner-up prizes in every draw, there are plenty of chances to win.

Every ticket sold helps support grassroots community groups that bring people together, tackle loneliness, improve wellbeing and create opportunities for local people. From neighbourhood projects and community hubs to groups supporting those who need it most, your support stays right here in Greater Manchester.

It's a simple way to give back, be part of something bigger and maybe even become our next big winner.

Sign up today via the link in the comments below!

Since 2011, Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) has been at the heart of everything we do at Forever Manchester.

Through this approach, our Community Builders work alongside local people to uncover strengths, build relationships and connect communities.

By getting to know residents, discovering what they care about and helping turn ideas into action, we support communities to create positive change from within.

Find out more via the link in the comments below!