Serving communities since 2008
People first.
Progress together.
Practical support, useful knowledge and meaningful connection across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Together
since 2008
Our mission
Support that starts with listening.
We help people find the support, confidence and connections they need to move forward.
Mustafia Sharif brings together practical help, health and wellbeing, skills and social connection. Our work responds to the barriers people face in everyday life.
Help practical support reach more people.
Your generosity supports welcoming activities, essential help and opportunities to learn.
What we do
Support shaped around real life.
Explore our connected areas of work and find the right support for you.
Health & Wellbeing
Accessible activities, awareness and confidence-building for healthier lives.
02Digital Inclusion & Skills
Practical digital confidence and useful skills for everyday independence.
03Employability Support
Skills, confidence and guidance towards work and learning.
04Older People & Community
Friendship, practical help and regular reasons to connect.
05Women’s Empowerment
Safe spaces for confidence, wellbeing and opportunity.
06Children & Young People
Positive activities that build skills, aspiration and belonging.
07Poverty & Essential Support
Dignified help when food and essentials are difficult to afford.
08Disability & Carer Support
Clear information and compassionate help for disabled people and carers.
09International Support
Focused humanitarian support delivered with accountability.
Our projects
Community in action.
Digital All
A 12-month digital inclusion programme for adults and older people aged 40–75 across Greater Manchester.
Explore project
Heartbeat Wellness
A successful wellbeing project that brought residents together through accessible health activities.
Explore project
Homeless Feed
Regular food and essential support offered without judgement.
Explore projectWorking together
Stronger through connection.
We work with
International Education and Poverty Relief
BHA for Equality
Answer Cancer
Community Revival
Greater Manchester Pakistani Association
HUBHUB
Jobcentre Plus
Manchester City of Trees
Manchester City Council
Medlock Medical Practice
Moss Side Medical Centre
Organic Soul
Self Help
Sow the City
Trinity House Community Resource Centre
The University of Manchester
YFL TrainingWe are members of
GMCVO
Manchester Local Care Organisation
Macc
Manchester BME Network
FareShare
Good Things Foundation
The Rafiki Network
NCVO
Sporting EqualsWe have received funding from
Manchester Local Care OrganisationMaccHUBHUBThe Rafiki NetworkJobcentre PlusManchester City CouncilSow the CitySporting Equals
Eric Wright Charitable TrustGMCVO
The Hedley FoundationManchester BME Network
Sport EnglandBHA for Equality
Canal & River Trust
The National Lottery Community FundGive your time
A little time can make a lasting difference.
Welcome people, share a skill or help behind the scenes. Tell us what you enjoy and our team will contact you about suitable opportunities.
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