Local Projects

Step Up MCR are proud to be involved with the following local projects in our community.

Break the Mute works with BAME residents in underprivileged and underrepresented communities in Manchester through various health and wellbeing projects.
Beswick Young Company is for young people aged 11-16 in Beswick, Openshaw and Clayton. They offer free weekly term-time workshops with professional Royal Exchange artists.
Positive Media Company CIC specializes in podcast production, helping local businesses, charities, and community groups share their stories, connect with audiences, and amplify their impact.
Ancoats Run Club is a free, community led running group in Ancoats, open to all abilities. ARC offers daily group runs with varied distances and paces.
Ancoats Visual Arts (AVA) is a vibrant mixed media arts and crafting group connecting residents of Ancoats & Beswick.
Max Trax is a community-led cycling hub putting Openshaw on the map.
Founded and chaired by Beswick resident and coach Paul Downing, Beswick Community Football Club (Beswick CFC) proudly holds the distinction of being the first FA-affiliated football club in North Manchester.
The Resonance Centre is Clayton’s vibrant wellbeing hub, affordable yoga studio, and community space.

Explore local partners and projects here.