We’ve had lots of questions recently about how to secure funding grants and to that end have recently been delivering ‘The A-Z of bid-writing’ – a workshop covering our top tips on writing a killer bid. Here are some of the highlights… Use your time wisely: Only apply for grants where you’re confident you meet […]
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CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – APRIL
Ban Mahkouk heard about the Time to Grow programme from another participant on the programme. She knew she wanted to do something to benefit the community and use her previous skills working with a social enterprise combining cooking and ESOL activities, but without the knowledge and support, she didn’t know where to start. She specifically […]
Celebrating Programme Success with the WEA!
Over the last year we have run multiple programmes supporting people across diverse communities in Bury, Stockport, Manchester and Trafford to gain skills, confidence and access to networks. Courses across each area have combined: Over the past 9 months more than 300 people have engaged in opportunities and events including our Christmas Bazaar, Multicultural Christmas event, […]
Making Tax Digital
Are you self-employed or a landlord? Was your income over £50,000 in 2024/25? From 6 April 2026, you will probably need to report your Income Tax digitally through HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD). If you’re affected, you’ll need to send a summary of your business income and expenses to HMRC every three months through MTD-compatible […]
CHANGEMAKER OF THE MONTH – FEBRUARY
We’re so pleased to re-spotlight Asma as changemaker of the month as she has been shortlisted for a Northern Power Women Award – Empowerment Champion. Asma is a British Bangladeshi single mum living and is a survivor of domestic abuse, having fled an abusive marriage into a women’s refuge with her young son. Determined to […]
A Year of Connection, Confidence and Community – Flourish Together’s 2025 Highlights
As the year comes to an end, we’re looking back on 2025 and the growth, connection, and community impact it brought. Across Greater Manchester and beyond, Flourish Together has continued to support and encourage women’s leadership, well-being, enterprise, and personal development, and this past year’s achievements speak to the strength of our collective effort. From […]