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Nov 296 min read

We Love MCR Charity latest grants! November 2024

Throughout the year, our Trustees award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we provide funding...

We Love MCR Charity latest grants! October 2024

Nov 296 min read

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We Love MCR Charity latest grants! October 2024

Throughout the year, our Trustees award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we provide funding...

We Love MCR Charity supports Council ‘Child Friendly City’ recognition

Nov 192 min read

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We Love MCR Charity supports Council ‘Child Friendly City’ recognition

A "Child Friendly City" (CFC) is a designation granted by UNICEF to cities that demonstrate a commitment to making the urban environment...

We Love MCR Charity thanks you, Sir Howard.

Nov 192 min read

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We Love MCR Charity thanks you, Sir Howard.

We joined guests at Bridgewater Hall to celebrate the life and legacy of Sir Howard Bernstein, our dear friend, benefactor, and very...

Dinner raises £103,000+ for Mancunian causes!

Nov 42 min read

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Dinner raises £103,000+ for Mancunian causes!

On Thursday, October 31st, We Love MCR Charity hosted our 3rd annual Fundraising Dinner at Manchester’s iconic Midland Hotel, bringing...

We Love MCR Charity Fundraising Dinner Returns!

Oct 292 min read

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We Love MCR Charity Fundraising Dinner Returns!

We’re thrilled to announce that our 3rd annual We Love MCR Charity Fundraising Dinner is back this Thursday, October 31st 2024. We’re...

Jul 27 min read

Grants

June 2024: Grants awarded by We Love MCR Charity

Throughout the year, our Trustees award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we provide funding...

March 2024: Grants awarded by We Love MCR!

Mar 218 min read

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March 2024: Grants awarded by We Love MCR!

Throughout the year, our Trustees award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we provide funding...

January 2024: Grants awarded by We Love MCR Charity

Feb 205 min read

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January 2024: Grants awarded by We Love MCR Charity

Each month, our Trustees come together to award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we seek...

We Love MCR supporters do us proud on Firewalk return!

Jan 263 min read

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We Love MCR supporters do us proud on Firewalk return!

On a cold January night, 70 daredevil Mancs walked on fire to raise over £25,000 for We Love MCR Charity! Crowds gathered at 6.30pm on...

December 2023: Grants awarded by We Love MCR Charity

Dec 22, 20234 min read

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December 2023: Grants awarded by We Love MCR Charity

Each month, our Trustees come together to award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we seek...

Meet Simon Wright: our new Head of Charity!

Oct 12, 20234 min read

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Meet Simon Wright: our new Head of Charity!

On the 25th September 2023, We Love MCR Charity finally welcomed our latest permanent Head of Charity to the team - Simon Wright. Simon...

We Love MCR strengthens Board of Trustees

Feb 8, 20231 min read

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We Love MCR strengthens Board of Trustees

We've added four new Trustees to our Board, strengthening our capabilities, and we hope our supporters welcome them just as warmly as we...

Manchester's Worker Bee: Christmas gifts to support our city

Nov 29, 20222 min read

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Manchester's Worker Bee: Christmas gifts to support our city

Here are the Christmas gifts that also do good - for everyone who loves Manchester! Time to ask Santa for your Bee treats… We Love MCR...

JMW latest business to join We Love MCR Charity as partners!

Nov 4, 20222 min read

Corporate

JMW latest business to join We Love MCR Charity as partners!

The Spinningfields-based law firm has launched the partnership to an enthusiastic staff meeting. Our Head of Charity, Ged Carter,...

Oct 27, 20223 min read

Fundraising

We Love MCR’s first black-tie event a £170,000 fundraising success!

The evening saw 450 of Manchester’s leading civic and business figures join us at ‘The Heart and Hope Charity Dinner’. The event was held...

Eurosonic Group raise £35k+ for We Love MCR!

Oct 12, 20222 min read

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Eurosonic Group raise £35k+ for We Love MCR!

The incredible donation comes from sales of their stylish ‘Hive’ range of kitchenware. Eurosonic Group (ESG) are a specialist supplier in...

We Love MCR Charity celebrates Black History Month 2022

Oct 7, 20223 min read

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We Love MCR Charity celebrates Black History Month 2022

Since 1987, October has been Black History Month in the UK. During this month the contributions and achievements of Black people in the...

Our Ghyll Head family residentials return!

Sep 29, 20223 min read

Supporting Manchester

Our Ghyll Head family residentials return!

Each year, as one of our biggest projects, We Love MCR funds therapeutic breaks for Manchester families, to stay and learn at the...

We Love MCR Charity grant awards - July 2022

Sep 7, 20226 min read

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We Love MCR Charity grant awards - July 2022

Each month, our Trustees come together to award grants from our two core funds. The 'Stronger Communities Fund' (SCF), where we seek...

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