Tameside
Aims/priorities: The Fore provides unrestricted grants to small charities and social enterprises based in the UK.
The funding is intended to have a transformational impact on the organisations being supported by unlocking significant development in areas such as sustainability, growth, capability, efficiency, or other major steps forward.
Aims/priorities: The Large Grants programme (formerly Cornerstone Grants) supports structural repairs and maintenance issues costing more than £100,000 or the installation of kitchen and toilets costing over £30,000.
Who can apply? Places of worship of any Christian denomination and age can apply.
Applications will be considered from listed and unlisted Christian places of worship across the UK.
Aims/priorities: The funding supports physical activity projects for people living with Parkinson's across the UK, with a particular focus on encouraging those who are currently inactive to get involved and connect with local opportunities that help them move more creatively.
The priorities for this year's grants programme are:
Aims/priorities: The foundation makes grants to projects which support young people (18 years and under) who are challenged by abuse or addiction, who are young carers, or who are homeless/without a safe place to call home.
Who can apply? Applications will be considered from organisations working with young people that require funding in the areas of:
Aims/priorities: This fund aims to support projects and activities that enable access to the arts, strengthen local cultural activity, and help develop skills across the arts and heritage sectors.
Who can apply? UK-registered charities with an annual turnover of less than £1 million whose main activity is in the arts, crafts, and heritage sectors, can apply.
Applicants must provide a copy of their latest annual accounts (no more than 12 months old), alongside their organisational bank details.
This month as part of our work in developing social economy businesses in Tameside, we spotlight Karen’s Haven for COPD a compassionate and supportive space for individuals living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and other life limiting conditions. Their mission is to empower local people with the knowledge and support needed to navigate life with COPD.
We hear from Emma Liston, Director of Karen’s Haven for COPD who contacted Action Together’s Development Worker, Dawn Acton with the aim of setting up a social economy business in memory of her mum Karen who passed away from COPD. Emma was a carer for her mum during her illness and subsequent death. As a former nurse and now an NLP Practitioner, Emma was equipped to deal with this but was surprised about the lack of support. This insight gave Emma an idea, she already had the name Karen’s Haven for COPD in memory of her mum.
Working with Dawn and following some brainstorming sessions a clear plan on how to develop the idea was formed. The first phase was to weigh up legal structures and governance for the group and recruit additional directors who shared the same passion for those living with life limited illness. Once Emma decided on a CIC structure, she has since been signposted to further to grow her social enterprise via the Our Business Programme.
Karen's Haven for COPD attended the 8-week 'Social Accelerator Programme' for social entrepreneurs, delivered by Mantle. The programme aimed to support new social entrepreneurs to enhance sustainability, diversify income streams, and develop robust business models.
The support through the Social Accelerator Programme has helped Emma to consider different trading options, understand the market and start to put together a business plan that will help her to grow the different elements of the business. They are hoping to develop a 75% income through trade, and 25% through grants and community fundraising.
Future plans include:
Grant funding and sponsorship will help to deliver regular community support sessions to educate and support people living with COPD and their carers.
In March 2026 Emma was invited as a guest speaker for Tameside’s International Women’s Day Event | Give to Gain. The event gave an opportunity to bring together women from all backgrounds who understand the importance of giving back and how it builds communities, improves lives, and creates lasting partnerships.
Speaking of the day Emma states:
"Thank you all so much for including me in and allowing me to be part of such an empowering and heartfelt day. I’ve come away feeling very inspired and truly moved by everyone’s personal stories and I look forward to meeting you again.
Massive thank you to Dawn and the team at Action Together as I would never have known where to even start".
Emma states:
“I am at the very beginning of the ‘limited company’ world and only previously worked as a sole trader so this area is brand new and somewhat daunting. I found the sessions (Accelerator Programme) very insightful, it has helped to make strategies clearer for me and understand the direction I want to go in to and I would love the opportunity for further support”.
Emma Liston | Director of Karen’s Haven for COPD
If you would like to find our more, we have a dedicated page with support and training information and updates: Support for Social Economy Organisations in Tameside
You can also contact the team: development@actiontogether.org.uk
Aims/Priorities: Tameside Rotary is seeking to fund (or part fund) inspiring ideas, actions, or projects which are about people and communities coming together to improve things in their area of Tameside.
Who can apply? The Rotary will consider a wide range of clubs, societies, voluntary groups and local charities as long as you are able to demonstrate a clear benefit to your community.
You must be based in Tameside.
Grant Amount: Grants of between £100 to £500 are available.
Aims/Priorities: This fund helps clubs invest in activities that strengthen positive culture by listening to members of all ages and involving them in shaping club life. The aim is to support positive experiences, strong relationships and inclusive club environments.
All activities must focus on creating environments where people feel safe, valued and supported to take part and thrive. Topics of focus will include mental health and wellbeing, inclusion, and youth and athlete voice.
There are two strands available:
Aims/Priorities: This fund helps clubs invest in training and workshops for volunteers, coaches, parents, and athletes. The aim is to support positive experiences, strong relationships and inclusive club cultures.
Who can apply? Applications are open to sports clubs and groups that are:
Grant Amount: Up to £500
Aims/priorities: The Trust currently offers the following grant schemes:
The funder is looking for projects that: