Aims/priorities: This fund aims to support projects that improve access to digital resources, keeping people connected with loved ones and accessing essential services. It will focus on community-led digital projects, ensuring everyone across Greater Manchester can feel included, supported, and better connected. Grants are available for community organisations across Greater Manchester to deliver projects and activities that tackle digital exclusion.
Who can apply: Applications will be accepted from grassroots community groups based in any of the 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Have an annual income of less than £150,000.
- Be a small, community-based, and locally controlled group that manages itself.
Grant amount: Grants of up to £2,500 are available. Funding is for projects and activities that promote digital inclusion.
Eligible activities include:
- Sessions and workshops aimed at helping people in your community to develop digital skills
- Provide digital-based training workshops to young people looking for employment
- Refurbished computers for the local community
- Access to technology to tackle social isolation
- Making community information accessible to all
- Activity groups for older people that also help people to get online and stay in touch with family and friends.
- A health support group that shows people how to access relevant support, information, and appointments online.
- A foodbank or pantry that helps people access financial support or welfare advice online.
- A youth group that supports young people to stay safe online
Application process: The online application form and criteria can be found on the Forever Manchester website. Contact Forever Manchester for further information.
Deadline: 16 July 2026 (noon).
Contact Info: awards@forevermanchester.com
Website: Auto Trader Community Fund | Forever Manchester