We are Manchester Pride
One of the leading LGBTQ+ charities in the UK. Our work aims to fight against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia. Our grant giving supports, empowers and enriches LGBTQ+ community groups, and enables us to host annual events that give a platform to LGBTQ+ people of all ages.
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OUR WORK
We are committed to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Greater Manchester and beyond. We are part of a global pride movement that celebrates advancements in equality and challenges discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ people.
50+ years of growth
Manchester has played a huge part in the UK’s queer liberation movement
200,000 people
attended the Gay Village Party over the past 5 years
We’ve raised over £1.5M
for LGBTQ+ good causes across Greater Manchester since 2003
Manchester Pride Community Fund
The Manchester Pride Community Fund raises essential funds to support LGBTQ+ communities. Every penny donated goes directly to supporting LGBTQ+ causes and projects in Greater Manchester.

This means none of the money you donate goes to the day-to-day operations of the Manchester Pride Charity.



You can help us in our fight towards LGBTQ+ equality - we welcome any donation, no matter how small.
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A £10 donation could fund an LGBTQ+ mental health programme
A £20 donation could help fund programmes to end HIV stigma
A £30 donation could help support trans youth
Community Grants
In the Pride In Our Future report February 2022, we shared details of upcoming changes to our grants programme. 

Priority will be given to grant applications that match key issues outlined by our communities. 

The new, streamlined grant application process will be published by the end of May.
MORE ABOUT OUR GRANTS GIVING PROCESS
Annual Review
Each year we conduct an annual review of our activities as a charity and publish our accounts online.
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25+
Members and accredited businesses
All Equals Charter
Over a third of LGBTQ+ employees have hidden or disguised their LGBTQ+ status at work for fear of being discriminated against. All Equals Charter helps businesses and organisations to establish LGBTQ+ inclusivity in their workplace.

Supported by Manchester Pride’s Inclusivity Development Manager, Charter members have access to expert knowledge to develop and adapt everything from policies and procedures, to training and education offered to their workforce.

Accreditation allows businesses and organisations to indicate to employees, clients and suppliers that they meet a set of values and principles of intersectional inclusion.
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Support us
Without the invaluable support of our incredible volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to do the things we do for LGBTQ+ communities.



Volunteering is a rewarding experience and a great way to make new friends within the community. We’ve plenty of amazing perks for you in return, too.
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Pride in our Future
Your voices were heard. Following our in-depth community consultation, we’re actively striving towards building you a better Manchester Pride. Learn more about the changes we’re implementing.
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Youth Pride MCR
A community group especially curated for the younger members of our LGBTQ+ family.
Join Our Community Grants Panel
Details on how to apply will be published at the end of May.
Meet the team
Everyone at Manchester Pride is passionate about celebrating and improving the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Greater Manchester and beyond.
Heart Inclusive
He/Him
Mark Fletcher
Chief Executive Officer

Queer Manc man of colour. When I'm not glued to my desk writing strategies and reading proposals, I like to meet people who share my passion for pushing forward with positive social change. These days I’m more of a family man than a party boy. I choose kindness.
Ally
He/Him
Michael Lever
Head of Events

When I have a break between booking acts and attending H&S briefings, you’ll find me browsing for limited edition trainers. I’m an obsessive collector of ASICS Gel Lyte V. When I’m not hunting for the latest kicks, I can be found hunting out the best veggie food Manchester has to offer.

Bisexual
She/Her
Lizzy Holroyd
Senior Marketing & Communications Manager

I'm pretty good at spinning lots of plates, which is maybe why my specialist skill is creating tasty dishes from a fridge forage the day before a big shop. I’m happiest in my bubble, with my partner and our pet pug, Oscar. I love being outdoors and getting active; running, rock climbing and swimming in the sea.
Pansexual
She/Her
Cloe Gregson
Events Manager

I’m Mancunian born and raised. I love dancing, especially at The White Hotel. When I’m not tearing up the dance floor myself, I’m curating and programming Manchester Pride’s events to ensure everyone has a great time at the Gay Village Party.
Bisexual
She/Her
Isobel Stainsbury
Community Engagement Manager

Yet to meet a hat that doesn't suit me, which is a good job because I wear many of them. When I’m not connecting with LGBTQ+ communities across Manchester; I’m a jazz singer, worm farmer, plant parent, coffee addict, clothing designer. 
Heart Inclusive
He/They
Christopher Owen
Inclusivity Development Manager

When not implementing a wide variety of queer liberation initiatives across Greater Manchester, I enjoy gentle walks along the canal with my boyfriend, and reading and writing children's fantasy and science fiction stories.
Lesbian
She/Her
Becky Davies
Partnerships Manager

I can recite all the words to the Fugees album 'The Score'. I can’t walk past a dog without saying ‘Hi’. My WFH team mate, Labrador Margot, makes regular appearances on Zoom calls with Manchester Pride's sponsors and partners.
Ally
She/Her
Sarah Carr
Executive Assistant

I love puzzles and recently taught myself how to complete a Rubik's Cube. I'm a new mum to Ben, but also enjoy looking after the Manchester Pride family - I’m a big advocate for wellbeing in the workplace. In my spare time I like running, cooking and watching movies.
Bisexual
She/Her
Phoebe Woodall
Digital Content Producer

Neurodivergent Manchester creative and vegan junk food enthusiast. When I’m not creating content for Manchester Pride, I love printmaking, dancing and making music. I can often be found with my head buried in Mythology books and buying pretty new books before I’ve read the ones I own.
Bisexual
She/Her
Amanda Emmerson
Events Coordinator


I do more than wrangle risk assessments and input into event safety structures. I roll into the office on my skateboard, I also love to snowboard and surf (predictable being from Los Angeles). I collect records that I love to look at and rarely play.

Meet the trustees
Manchester Pride Charity trustees share ultimate responsibility for governing a charity and directing how it is managed and run.
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Paul Wheeler
Chair
Eye
He/Him
Mick Lawlor
Vice Chair
Rainbow Eye
He/Him
Rob Malcomson
Treasurer
Lips
She/Her
Victoria Empson
Trustee
Peace Inclusive
He/Him
Timothy Westwood
Trustee
Eye
She/Her
Sharon Pegg
Trustee
Lightning
He/Him
Rajesh Joshi
Trustee
Equality
She/Her
Temi Adebayo
Trustee
Lips
He/Him
Max Emmerson
Trustee
Peace Inclusive
He/Him
Stephen Bowen
Trustee
Show your Pride
Pride is something everyone feels proud of and can see a little bit of themselves reflected back in. Our communities are at the heart of everything we do and we'd love to show your Pride experiences. Tag your photos #ShowYourPride and you could appear here on our website.
Frequently asked questions
If you can't find an answer to your question, why not take a look at our full FAQs or get in touch.
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When does Manchester Pride Festival take place?
The Manchester Pride Festival 2022 takes place from 26th - 29th August.
How much money from every Manchester Pride Festival ticket goes towards the Community Fund?
£2.50 from every pledge band purchased goes directly to the Manchester Pride Community Fund to help LGBTQ+ good causes in Greater Manchester.
Do I have to pay to enter the Gay Village over Manchester Pride Festival?
Manchester Pride Festival offers a packed programme of events over the August Bank Holiday weekend, such as the Gay Village Party, the Superbia Weekend, Youth Pride MCR, Family Pride MCR, the Parade, the Human Rights Forum and more.

The Gay Village Party is our only ticketed event, meaning that Manchester Pride's programmed areas within the Gay Village, such as our performance stages and event spaces, require a ticket to attend.

Manchester Pride holds licenses to host celebrations in certain areas of the Gay Village, and your Gay Village Party ticket includes access to these stages and programmed areas including Sackville Gardens, MancUnity Stage and the Cabaret Stage.

Manchester Pride is a charity and the cost of a Gay Village Party ticket helps Manchester Pride deliver a safe, community pride celebration. You can see how every penny of your ticket is spent by heading to our website, and remember that every ticket includes a £2.50 ring-fenced donation to Manchester Pride Community Fund.
How can I apply to take part in the Parade?
Those wishing to take part in the Parade will be required to complete this form. 

Applications will close on 28 June 2022 but they may close sooner if the Parade is full, so we advise you to apply early if you’d like to take part.


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