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A Great Turnout at Our Community Gathering

30 August 2026 — 4C Community Centre, Ashton-under-Lyne

M’Mbondo Manchester came together yesterday for a warm and productive community gathering at 4C Community Centre. We joined in person to review our plans for the year ahead and to take part in the first round of our Cost of Living Support distribution.

What we covered

We walked through our proposed programme calendar for the year ahead, with monthly wellbeing sessions, practical workshops, and cultural celebrations that bring our community together.

We were also glad to distribute the first round of Cost of Living Support to members. Groceries and household essentials were packed and handed out on the day, with support arranged for individuals and families who couldn’t join us in person.

Thank you

Thank you to the Arnold Clark Community Fund and the Groundwork Grassroots Grant for backing this work, and to our volunteers who gave their time to make the day happen. Most of all, thank you to everyone who joined us — it was wonderful to come together as a community.

We look forward to seeing you at our next sessions as our programmes get underway.

M’Mbondo Manchester — together, we can make a difference.