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The DF Capital Foundation has opened its latest funding round, offering grants of up to £2,500 to grassroots community organisations across Greater Manchester.

The Foundation is backed by Manchester-based specialist bank DF Capital and delivered in partnership with Forever Manchester, the community foundation supporting local activity across Greater Manchester. Funding can support a wide range of activities that deliver positive benefits for local communities.

Key highlights / key points:

• Applicants must be locally managed community groups.
• Groups must be based in one of Greater Manchester’s ten boroughs.
• Annual income must be below £75,000.
• Grants of up to £2,500 are available.
• Retrospective costs, salaries, major appeals, statutory services, and activities promoting political or religious beliefs are excluded.

In the past, the fund has supported projects that create safe spaces, reduce isolation, strengthen community connections and provide local activities and opportunities.

Applications must be submitted by midday on 22 October 2026. Decisions are expected by early December, and successful applicants should not start funded activity before receiving confirmation.

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