Resources for organisations

Guidance, training and practical help for community groups, charities and services working across North Manchester.

Guides and toolkits

Written for small, volunteer-run groups. Free to use and free to share with your team.

Writing a listing residents understand
PDF guide · Updated June 2026
How to describe what your group does in plain language, what to include about access and cost, and the words that put people off without meaning to.
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Safeguarding basics for small groups
PDF guide · Updated May 2026
A short introduction to safeguarding responsibilities for volunteer-run groups, including when you need a policy and where to get one reviewed.
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Making your sessions more accessible
Checklist · Updated July 2026
Practical checks for venues, publicity and sessions — step-free access, hearing loops, quiet spaces, and how to say what you offer honestly.
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Where small groups find funding
PDF guide · Updated July 2026
An overview of the funders that regularly support work in North Manchester, typical grant sizes, and what they usually ask for.
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Recruiting and keeping volunteers
PDF guide · Updated April 2026
How to write a role that people say yes to, what to cover in an induction, and the small things that stop volunteers drifting away.
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Handling people's information
PDF guide · Updated June 2026
What a small group needs to know about data protection: what you can keep, for how long, and what to do if something goes wrong.
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Partnership meetings are open to every listed organisation.

Partner network meeting
Thursday 17 September 2026, 10am – 12pm
Harpurhey Community Centre
Open to every listed organisation. Updates from across the Partnership, and time to meet other groups working in your ward.
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Funding applications workshop
Tuesday 6 October 2026, 1pm – 3pm
Moston Library
A practical session on writing funding bids, with time to work on your own application and get feedback.
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Safeguarding refresher training
Wednesday 21 October 2026, 9.30am – 1pm
Cheetham Hill Community Hub
Free half-day refresher for staff and volunteers. Places are limited and should be booked in advance.
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If your group works in North Manchester and residents should be able to find you, add your details to the directory.