Onward Community Fund
Got a great idea for a community project, but need a little help to get it off the ground? The Onward Community Fund supports local initiatives that share our vision of enabling people to be their best, in a home they love and place they are proud of.
Since the launch of the Fund in 2020, we have invested roughly £500k in circa 300 community projects across the North West. Whether it’s supporting initiatives that enhance wellbeing, provide crucial digital skills, or create employment opportunities, the Fund directly empowers individuals and communities to thrive.
In Greater Manchester, UK Yoga CIC’s family focused wellness and nature initiative supported families living in Rochdale through accessible workshops and personalised wellness routines designed to equip them with the skills to support each other’s mental wellbeing and strengthen bonds within the community in local parks and outdoor spaces.
Over in Lancashire, Maundy Relief expanded its food growing project by increasing food production across its allotments and delivering more produce to nine food banks and pantries across Accrington to support those experiencing social exclusion, financial hardship and ill health.
And in Merseyside, Team Oasis Children’s Charity delivered an employment project to help local people living in Dingle pursue sustainable employment with targeted workshops, practical work placements and career mentorship.
You can take a look at more of the projects we’ve supported by visiting the news section on our website.