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Zuto Make A Difference Fund

Aims/priorities: We are delighted to announce that the latest round of the Zuto Make A Difference Fund in partnership with Forever Manchester is now open for applications from grassroots community groups in Greater Manchester.

Local groups understand how they can best work in their communities, so we don’t want to limit the type of request you can make. You just need to let us know what you want to do and what positive things your activity will provide for those in your community.

Reel Impact

Aims/priorities: The programme offers grants to Black and Global Majority individuals and organisations, as well as partnerships to support skills and leadership development, and networking opportunities, all with the aim of addressing systemic racism in the industry.

Who can apply? Applications are invited from:

National Churches Trust - Small Grants Programme

Aims/priorities: Please note as of 3 March 2025, the Small Grants programme has been merged into the Medium Grants programme, and applications are to be made through the Medium Grants programme.

The funding is for projects which fit within the scope of the National Churches Trust Strategy:

  • Preserve heritage.
  • Promote sustainability.
  • Inspire support.

The Small Grants (formerly Foundation Grants) Programme provides funding for:

Oldham Women’s Network welcome organisations to join this International Women's Day

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The Oldham Women’s Network was formed in 2020, with the purpose of bringing together Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) Sector groups and organisations who deliver women-centred support. 

The network provides a space for groups to collaborate on improving access to support for all women in Oldham, and to strengthen the voice of women in Oldham to influence and create change. Action Together coordinate and facilitate the network, however the network will be lead and owned by the members of the network.

The key priorities for the Oldham Women’s Network are:

  • Creating a supportive network
  • Advocating for women's rights
  • Providing education and resources
  • Promoting leadership and career advancement
  • Co-ordinating community support for women experiencing domestic abuse
  • Coordinating support for women experiencing poverty
  • Promoting access to healthcare
  • Addressing health inequalities
  • Supporting women's health education
  • Promoting research on women's health

A number of achievements have been made by the Oldham Women’s Network so far, including successful delivery in specific pieces of work to support women who have experienced domestic violence, providing a range of services including counselling in community languages, support with clothing and food, training, volunteering and more.

The Oldham Women’s Network are working towards holding themed meeting to focus on shared actions and skill sharing, as well as developing their connections with local businesses. 

This International Women’s Day, the Oldham Women’s Network are opening their doors and encouraging groups and organisations in Oldham who are led by women and/ or whose work is women-centred to join them at their next meeting. 

Collectively, members support thousands of women across Oldham every year, offering community-based services and championing the voices of women. The Oldham Women’s Network want to ensure this continues to grow and the incredible work of it’s members are felt far and wide.

Men are also welcome to join the Oldham Women's Network if their organisation offers support to women in Oldham.

Join Our Network

If you are interested in joining the Oldham Women’s Network and strengthening the voice of women in the community, email Julie Goreham, Partnerships and Collaborations Coordinator

Email Julie

European Drug Prevention Prize

Aims/priorities: The European Drug Prevention Prize is awarded every two years to active youth drug prevention projects.

In general, it aims to encourage the development of drug prevention work in which young people are active participants.

Who can apply? Projects must meet the following criteria:

Lloyd's Bank Foundation - Local Collaborations Programme

Aims/Priorities: This programme, which offers flexible funding over two years and development support, aims to help strengthen collaborations and build capabilities and confidence to achieve change within a local or regional area.

The funding is intended to support impactful collaborations that are led by small and local charities that have the specialist knowledge, compassion, and drive to keep fighting alongside people and communities for long lasting change.

The funding is for influencing work that aligns with at least one of the following themes:

Veolia Environmental Trust

Aims/Priorities: The Trust currently offers the following grant schemes:

  • Community Grants are for constituted, not-for-profit organisations and local authorities to create or improve community buildings or outside spaces for the benefit of the community.
     
  • Habitat and Biodiversity Grants are for constituted, not-for-profit organisations that are enrolled with ENTRUST to support structural improvements to a single habitat, such as a waterway, woodland, or nature reserve.

The funder is looking for projects that:

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