6th November 2025
Here's a round-up of our third round of Vernon Charitable Foundation grants in 2025.
Last year, we announced the creation of the Vernon Charitable Foundation, which has a fund of over £100,000 to support local charities doing great work in Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The Foundation is represented by three Vernon trustees: Ian Wilson, Tracey Wright and Andy Smith. They're joined by four external trustees who bring a wealth of charity sector experience: Mark Lee, Sue O'Brien, Lord Goddard and Paul Brearley. Our third round of grants for 2025 have been awarded, keep reading to find out who they are.
Community Support Centre (Community Solution for Women) is an organisation supporting members of the community who face multiple challenges, helping them to overcome the psychological and emotional impacts associated with this. Their vision is to improve the mental health and well-being of members of the public who come in contact with their service, reduce their stress, depression and loneliness, increase their confidence and make them stronger together as a community. From counselling to workshops - they work hard to help both individuals and groups in the local community.
Find out more here.
Dane Bank Green Space is a community-managed protected green area located in Denton. It is managed by the Dane Bank Green Space Charity and offers a variety of public amenities and activities focused on nature, education, and wellbeing. The green space has been developed to include several features for community use: a nature trail and sensory garden, forest school, a duck pond, picnic areas and seating, and community events. Plans are in place for an eco-lodge to provide an indoor space for educational programs and community engagement. The Dane Bank Green Space is a testament to community efforts to preserve local natural habitats and promote environmental awareness and physical and mental wellbeing.
Find out more here.
The St.Thomas Church in Hyde has a warm, welcoming congregation and provides refreshments after services. It serves as a community hub, offering a coffee, tea and soup drop in service for those who are lonely or homeless, or just looking to meet new people.
Find out more here.
Stockport Trinity Cricket Club takes its name from the nearby Trinity Methodist Church, which owns the land. The cricket club is run as a charitable organisation and is funded and run through the efforts of its members and the Friends of Trinity Cricket Club. The club runs a wide range of cricketing and social activities for all ages. The club is known for its inclusive atmosphere and strong ties with the local community and schools, making its ground available for local activities and running taster sessions for primary schools.
Find out more here.
The Garden House is a registered charity and community farm in Marple, Stockport providing a calm place of wellbeing for families, individuals, groups and organisations. They're home to a variety of animals including; Pigs, Alpacas, Rabbits, Goats, Shetland Ponies, Donkeys and Guinea Pigs, and their sensory garden and riverside walk offer a tranquil space to enjoy nature. The day to day running of the farm, the Riverside Cafe and Icy Bar is led by a dedicated team of volunteers, welcoming organisations and groups who support children and young adults with a range of physical and mental health challenges. They also promote sustainability, active lives through nature, and raise awareness of mental health and animal welfare.
Find out more here.
Keep your eyes peeled for more announcements in throughout the year to hear about applications and what is coming next.