Manchester Connecting Communities Fund (EURO 2028)
Funding
Up to £5,000
Deadline
2 November 2026
Location
North West England
Applications
Deadline: 2 November 2026
Overview
City in the Community gives Manchester charities and grassroots groups up to £5,000 for youth sport, movement and performing arts projects ahead of EURO 2028. Projects should help young people take part, build confidence and feel connected to their city. Applications close on 2 November 2026. Official source: https://www.mancity.com/news/club/citc-grant-programme-63926805. Last checked by GrantMatch on 22 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Up to £5,000.
- Manchester.
- Young people.
- Sport, movement or performing arts.
- Closes 2 November 2026.
Local charities and grassroots organisations delivering youth sport, movement or performing arts in Manchester.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
Youth charities and grassroots groups in Manchester.
Regions
Full details from City in the Community (Wembley Stadium Foundation)
Grants of up to £5,000 from Manchester's Connecting Communities Fund, delivered by City in the Community, Manchester City's official charity, with Curious Minds as part of the Wembley Stadium Foundation Communities Fund, for local charities and grassroots organisations running participatory sport, movement and performing arts projects for young people in Manchester in the build-up to UEFA EURO 2028. The fund aims to reduce barriers to taking part and give children and young people inclusive, high-quality local opportunities that build confidence, skills and pride in their city. Applications opened on 5 October. Applications close on 2 November 2026.
Follow the application link from City in the Community's announcement and apply by 2 November 2026.
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