Our Deputy Chief Officer, Marie, recently featured on Roch Valley Radio’s Community Spotlight with Geoff, sharing all things Bury VCFA and how we’re supporting the local VCSE sector.
In the interview, Marie highlights:
🔹 The Bury Fund – Let’s Make A Difference Grants
Now open for applications until Wednesday 17th September 2025, supporting Bury-based or operating VCSE groups. She shares how past grants have helped deliver projects like holiday clubs, digital skills sessions, and community-building activities.
🔹 Free Bury VCFA Membership for Bury based/operating VCSE groups.
Marie discusses the benefits of becoming a member – including access to funding support, training, events, and tailored development advice.
🔹 One-to-One Support for Community Groups
Our development team can meet with groups to explore project ideas, potential funding, and practical ways we can help bring their plans to life.
🔹 Summer Activities in Whitefield
In partnership with GM Moving, we’re supporting free summer activities for Whitefield and Bury residents aged 5–17, working alongside local clubs and sports groups. Activities are live now on our website!
🔹 Upcoming Sports & Physical Activity Network Meeting
Join us on 18th September at Radcliffe Football Club – an opportunity for local sports and physical activity providers to connect, hear from GM Moving, Bury Live Well, and learn about the support we offer.
🔹 Training & Events
Marie rounds off the interview by talking about our upcoming programme – including Community Connectors, Social Economy Network meetups, Social Media Bootcamp training, and more!
