Are you passionate about improving your neighbourhood or supporting others in your community? Hobin’s Community Fund is here to help turn your ideas into reality.
Whether you’re part of a local group, community organisation, or simply have an idea that could bring people together, this fund is designed to support projects that make a real, positive difference.
What is Hobin’s Community Fund?
Hobin’s Community Fund provides financial support to residents and community groups across Manchester to deliver projects that improve wellbeing, build connections, and create opportunities for local people.
From sports and wellbeing initiatives to creative projects and community gardening, the fund supports a wide range of ideas that help strengthen communities and bring people together.
Why apply?
This is your chance to:
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Bring your community idea to life
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Support local people and improve wellbeing
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Create opportunities for learning, connection, and growth
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Make a lasting impact in your neighbourhood
No idea is too small if it makes a difference.
Find out more and apply here:
Last year’s projects: Making a real difference
Last year, Hobin’s Community Fund supported a wide range of inspiring projects across Manchester. Here’s how some of our successful applicants used their funding to benefit their communities:
- Taijutsu Starter Kits – Bee-Safe Manchester CIC
Bee-Safe provides martial arts training focused on family wellbeing. With funding, they delivered free starter kits to children from low-income families—helping young people build confidence and learn self-protection skills. - Speak Up: English for Young Voices – Igreja Evangelica Pentecostal a Pedra de Sião
This project delivered free English lessons for Portuguese-speaking children, helping young people build confidence, make friends, and feel more at home in their community. - Rugby for the Community – Blackley Rangers RUFC
A growing grassroots club bringing together over 70 local children each week, using funding to expand sessions and develop future volunteers. - Adventures in the Wild – Rock Paper Write CIC
Combining outdoor exploration with creativity, this project helped children learn bushcraft skills while expressing themselves through writing and art. - Growing Vegetables and Potatoes in the Garden – Kentmere Court
Residents created a shared garden space where neighbours can grow food, stay active, and connect with one another in an inclusive environment. - Walikale Together Foundation
Offering practical home support, healthy living advice, and creative meetups, this project supports vulnerable people and strengthens community connections. - Mindful Mums – Mindfulness and Wellbeing
Supporting women through pregnancy and early motherhood, this project created a welcoming space for relaxation, creativity, and peer support. - North Manchester Athletic FC
An under-15s football club giving young people a safe, active environment to build confidence, skills, and friendships. - Inspirations Dancetroupe
Bringing joy and opportunity to children in Newton Heath, funding is helping repair their minibus so they can continue performing and competing.
Your idea could be next
These projects show how small ideas can make a big impact. If you have a project that could bring people together, improve wellbeing, or support your community, we want to hear from you.
Don’t miss your chance to make a difference.
If you need support with your application or want to discuss your idea, get in touch with our team—we’re here to help you every step of the way.
