The Right to Grow was launched in Bury in June 2025 as part of the campaign led by Incredible Edible Prestwich and District. The Right to Grow campaign was about improving the council process to make it easier for community groups and other VCSE organisations to take on council-owned land for food growing projects.

Following the press release, local resident Natasha approached Incredible Edible Prestwich and District about starting a new growing site in Ramsbottom. Bury Council reviewed the proposed site and approved it for growing activities in July 2025.

A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Bury’s Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector and public sector partners, marking a new era of collaboration aimed at improving outcomes for local communities.

Trading for Good: Bury gives you skills, funding and a network so that you can generate more trading income and create community power in Bury. The support you get:

• Transformational learning programme.
• Up to £4,000 Match Trading™ grant.
• Connections with local opportunities.
• Ready-made support network. 

This support is made possible by our partners, The National Lottery Community Foundation, Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and Transport for Greater Manchester.

Volunteer groups across the UK are being celebrated for their extraordinary contributions to community life, as nominations open for The King’s Award for Voluntary Service—the highest honour given to local volunteer organisations.

From grassroots initiatives tackling loneliness to environmental champions transforming green spaces, the award recognises the tireless efforts of those who give their time to make a difference. Now, members of the public are being encouraged to nominate groups they believe deserve national recognition.

🏃‍♂️ Volunteers Needed for the Bury BID 10K – Sunday 7th September!

Be part of one of Bury’s most exciting community events! The Bury 10K is a fun, friendly run open to all abilities, and they’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make it a success.

The event is particularly looking for route marshals. The role is a great chance to spend the morning seeing the event close up, and you’ll be primarily there to sing (if you wish), dance and cheer on the runners.

Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be 18 years of age or over

Help shape an agreement to enable effective working between the public & VCFSE sectors in Greater Manchester

You can respond now to a consultation to shape how the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector and the public sector in Greater Manchester (GM) and work together to improve outcomes for communities and citizens.

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.

On Thursday, 26th June 2025, we were delighted to host our Grants Celebration Event as part of #SmallCharityWeek – a fantastic opportunity to shine a light on the amazing work happening across our communities.

The event focused on:
🎉 Celebrating a year of local grant-making
🤝 Championing and supporting grassroots initiatives
💡 Inspiring change and connection across Bury

On Wednesday 11th June 2025, the Green Community Café in Clarence Park came alive with energy, conversation, and creativity as the Bury Age Without Limits event delivered a fantastic day of fun, learning and connection. Organised by the Bury Older People’s Network in collaboration with the Ageing in Place project, the event celebrated the talents and experiences of older people, while inviting the wider community to get involved.