MANCHESTER MARATHON UNVEILS EXPANDED COMMUNITY FUND SUPPORTING LOCAL ACTIVITY

The organisers of the Manchester Marathon and Manchester Half have evolved their community fund, extending support across Trafford and the City of Manchester to champion a lasting sport and activity legacy. 

Formerly known as the Trafford Active Fund, the initiative has been relaunched as the Manchester Marathon Community Fund. The new name reflects the events’ growing footprint across Greater Manchester, and a strengthened commitment to the communities situated along the marathon route.  

Each year, more than £60,000 is distributed through partner programmes that inspire movement, improve wellbeing, and create meaningful change for local people. As part of this commitment, £1 from every paid entry into the Manchester Marathon and Manchester Half will continue to go directly into the Manchester Marathon Community Fund. 

Andrew Smith, Chief Executive of A.S.O. UK (organisers of the Manchester Half and Manchester Marathon), said: 

“We’re incredibly proud of the positive impact the Trafford Active Fund has delivered locally over the years, and we’re excited to extend that impact across both Trafford and Manchester City. By broadening our reach, the Manchester Marathon Community Fund will help even more people to get active and contribute to a legacy of movement and wellbeing. Our relationship with Trafford remains as strong as ever, and we look forward to continuing to support the brilliant community projects that make a real difference there.” 

Find out more – including how to access funding – by visiting the Manchester Marathon Community Fund webpage here.