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The Our Manchester Funds team at Manchester City Council was awarded Outstanding Commissioner in the Local Authority category at our 2024 Funding & Commissioning Awards. Their collaborative approach, long-term funding programmes, and commitment to diversity have made a transformative impact on Manchester’s VCFSE sector, addressing key community challenges and inclusion. Find out more.
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