Step Up MCR makes it easy for anyone to give back and make a difference in Manchester communities
We are Step Up MCR!
Step Up MCR is on a mission to get Manchester giving. By redistributing time, money, resources and skills to local projects making a difference in neighbourhoods, we support brighter futures for all.
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Featured Community Projects
Ancoats Visual Arts (AVA) is a vibrant mixed media arts and crafting group connecting residents of Ancoats & Beswick. /..
Max Rimmer-Chambers was an incredible little boy adored by his family and friends, Max loved riding bikes, scooters, and anything /..
Founded and chaired by Beswick resident and coach Paul Downing, Beswick Community Football Club (Beswick CFC) proudly holds the distinction /..
Featured News & Events
Impact Report 23/24
2023-2024 was an exciting year for local giving and organisational growth for Step Up MCR

At Step Up MCR, we connect people, grow communities, and support meaningful giving because we know that anyone can make a difference in their neighbourhood. Whether it’s time, energy, skills, or resources, we help individuals and teams give back in a way that makes a difference.
Step Up MCR’s Neighbourhood Health Fund has £10,000 available for community groups in Ancoats & Beswick and Clayton & Openshaw addressing Heart Health & Bowel Health.
The Really Wild Ones is an exciting new forest school promoting outdoor play, learning and exploration for children in East Manchester.