Wigan Borough Communities Team

28/10/2026

Check out the details for the Love Reclaimed event hosted by Rebuild With Hope Foundation . Details below on how you can get your tickets! 👏

Did you know you can buy your Love Reclaimed tickets in-store? 🎟️🪩☃️

That’s right! If you’re planning on joining us for Love Reclaimed: Winter Edition, you can now pick up physical tickets from the till at our RBWH Wigan store on Standishgate!

So, if you’re popping in for a browse, why not grab your tickets while you’re there?

We’re getting closer and closer to the big night, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back for another evening of fashion, creativity, community and second chances - this time with a festive twist! ✨

❄️ Tuesday 17th November
❄️ Factory Floor, Cotton Works, Wigan

🎟️ Prefer to book online? You can still purchase tickets through the link in our Instagram bio or directly here:

Buy tickets - https://buytickets.at/rebuildwithhopefoundation/2375912

We hope to see you there! 🧡

21/10/2026

🎉 Another fantastic Match My Project success story! 🎉

A huge thank you to Radius Security UK for their ongoing support of Rebuild With Hope Wigan through Match My Project.

What started with support for a charity golf day at Westhoughton Golf Club has grown into a valued partnership, with Radius contributing £2,000 in donations, 110 volunteer hours, and additional support.

Rebuild With Hope Foundation praised Radius for their proactive approach, regularly checking in to see how they can continue to help and making a lasting difference to the charity’s work and the communities they support.

Partnerships like this show the real impact businesses can make when they connect with local organisations. Well done to everyone involved, and we look forward to seeing this partnership continue to grow in 2027! 👏

20/10/2026

🚴 Looking for a new opportunity?

The Cycle Project Hindley is offering a FREE 3-day Bike Maintenance Course for adults aged 18+ who are not currently in employment.

Learn practical bike repair and maintenance skills and discover opportunities within the cycle industry.

📅 16-18 November or 19-21 November 📍 Hindley ⚠️ Only 6 places available per course

To book: 📧 [email protected]

15/10/2026

⭐ Meet the Funders – Your Feedback Matters! ⭐

A huge thank you to everyone who has completed our feedback survey following last week's Meet the Funders event.

We've been delighted to read so many positive comments, including:

💬 "Great event, thank you for putting them on."
💬 "Really good sources of information and an excellent networking opportunity."
💬 "It was a good day and the follow-up from everyone has been wonderful. Thank you."

The feedback survey closes on Friday 16th October, so if you haven't yet shared your thoughts, there's still time. Please be quick!

We're also grateful for the suggestions you've made for future events, including:

✅ Timed booking slots
✅ Additional seating behind funders' tables to reduce waiting times
✅ Even more funding opportunities

Your feedback will help us shape and improve next year's event, ensuring it continues to meet the needs of local groups and organisations.

If you need the survey link resent, please email [email protected].

Unfortunately, Forever Manchester was unable to attend on the day. We're looking to arrange a separate Meet the Funder session with them in the future, so keep an eye out for further details.

08/10/2026

⭐ Meet the Funders 2026 ⭐

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at our Meet the Funders 2026 event on Tuesday morning at St Peter’s Pavilion.

It was fantastic to welcome over 90 representatives from community groups and organisations across the borough, all keen to connect with funders and explore future funding opportunities.

The event provided a valuable chance to speak directly with funders, ask questions, gain insights, and learn more about the support available for local projects and initiatives.

We hope everyone who attended found the event informative, made useful connections, and came away feeling inspired and better equipped to secure funding for their community work.

Thank you to all our funders, partners, and attendees for making the event such a success. We look forward to seeing the positive impact that comes from the conversations started on the day.

If you need any further funding support the team will be at Tyldesley Library 1-3pm for Funding Friday this week (9th Oct) or you can email [email protected]

28/09/2026

📣 Meet the Funders 2026 – Bookings Now Open!

Are you looking for funding opportunities for your community group, charity, or organisation? Join us at Meet the Funders 2026 for the chance to connect directly with funders, ask questions, and find out about the latest funding opportunities available.

🗓️ Tuesday 6th October 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 12:30pm
📍 St Peter's Pavilion, Hindley, WN2 3DN

📧 To reserve your place, email: [email protected]

⚠️ Places are limited and capped at 2 people per organisation, so book early to avoid disappointment!

Don't miss this valuable opportunity to meet funders face-to-face and explore how they can support your projects and ideas.

25/09/2026

🌟 Match My Project Success Story 🌟

A huge thank you to J. Murphy & Sons Ltd for supporting the Golborne Scout Hut with the installation of new perimeter fencing.

What began as a request for 50 metres of fencing quickly became much more, with the team going above and beyond to help secure the entire boundary. Their support has created a safer, more secure environment for local young people, volunteers and the wider community.

👏 A fantastic example of business and community working together to make a lasting difference.

24/09/2026

🚉 Have Your Say on Hindley Travel Hub Plans 🚉

TfGM is looking for your views on proposals to improve travel to and from Hindley Station, including:

✅ More park and ride spaces
✅ Electric vehicle charging points
✅ New pick-up and drop-off facilities
✅ Secure cycle parking
✅ Improved accessible access to the station

📝 Share your feedback via the consultation survey or attend the drop-in session on 28 September.

⏰ Consultation closes on 11 October 2026.

Find out more and have your say: https://www.gmconsult.org/transport-for-greater-manchester/hindley-travel-hub-consultation/

24/09/2026

🤝 Wigan Borough Volunteer Coordinator Network

📅 Wednesday 14 October 2026
🕙 10.00am – 2.30pm
📍 Ince Family Hub, Charles Street, Wigan, WN2 2AL

Do you manage or coordinate volunteers within a VCFSE organisation in Wigan Borough?

Join fellow volunteer coordinators from across the borough for an opportunity to share ideas, discuss common challenges, and help shape the future of volunteering in our communities.

Topics for discussion will include: ✅ Training and support for volunteers
✅ Promoting volunteering opportunities more effectively
✅ Recognising and rewarding volunteers across the borough
✅ Strengthening volunteering pathways and partnerships
✅ Encouraging more young people to get involved in volunteering
✅ DBS and safeguarding best practice

This is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues, exchange experiences, and work collaboratively to strengthen volunteering across Wigan Borough.

📧 To book your place, please email: [email protected]