Ardwick Climate Actions' mission is to protect the local environment through grassroots advocacy that engages the local community. Its work encompasses the renewing of green spaces, monitoring pollution levels, climate advocacy through community engagement.

Ardwick is one of the most deprived areas in Manchester, and much work is needed to reengage and sensitise the community back to nature and the climate crisis that affects all its residents.

Biffa is one of the largest waste management organisations in the UK. With over 100 years of experience in the sector, it has seen it change from horse and cart taking away waste to sustainable solutions to manage waste. In Manchester, it currently holds the contract with Manchester City Council (MCC) to provide household recycling, refuse collection and street cleansing.

As part of this contract, Biffa is committed to delivering economic, social, and environmental value to the city of Manchester, through a series of initiatives and campaigns. This work is led by Biffa's Social Value Team, which works out in the community, with residents, and schools to deliver such initiatives.

The Canal & River Trust is the UK's largest canal charity, responsible for caring for and protecting 2,000 miles of historic canals, rivers, docks, and reservoirs across England and Wales

Canals are a source of calm, connection and beauty, but they don’t look after themselves. They need your help.

The Canal & River Trust offers a variety of roles for volunteers, whether you can spare a few minutes or a few days. Every contribution counts, and you can truly make a meaningful impact in your community.

Cats Protection is the UK's largest cat welfare charity. Many people share their lives with cats. They bring happiness to millions of us every day. Yet too many cats don’t get the care and kindness they deserve. Cats Protection stands up for every cat.

At the forefront of research on cat welfare, Cats Protection uses decades of experience to help all cats and support owners to keep their pets happy and healthy. Its campaigns change laws to give cats more protection and it continues to call for a better deal for cats.

Cats Protection's passionate volunteers, employees and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

The University of Manchester has officially achieved a Bronze accreditation through the Hedgehog Friendly Campus initiative.

The Hedgehog Friendly Action Group brings together a dedicated network of university staff and student volunteers. It aims to protect vulnerable urban hedgehog populations by improving local biodiversity, clearing hazards, and creating safe green spaces.

Manchester is home to 144 parks, managed by Manchester City Council. These green spaces offer everything from sports pitches and community orchards to free family events.

The National Trust is Europe’s largest conservation charity. It looks after nature, beauty and history for everyone to enjoy. It does this with the help of millions of members, volunteers, staff and donors. Without this, it couldn’t care for the miles of coastline, woodlands, countryside and the hundreds of historic buildings, gardens and precious collections it protects.

National Trust Quarry Bank is one of the most complete and best-preserved Industrial Revolution heritage sites in Britain. Situated along the River Bollin in Styal, Cheshire, this expansive 400-acre estate offers a unique look into 18th and 19th-century history, showing the stark social contrast between the wealthy mill owners and the lives of the pauper children who laboured there.

ROLDA exists to give hope to neglected, abused animals and people who care about them. ROLDA UK rehome dogs from the Romanian branch into UK forever homes. Funds raised in the UK are provided to ROLDA Romania to be expended towards its animal rescue projects or granted to organisations operating in Ukraine.

The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside is a conservation charity that works to protect and restore local wildlife and wild places. It manages many nature reserves across the region and runs a wide variety of public events and projects. 

It engages over 4,000 volunteers across its network. Volunteers assist with everything from practical land management to administrative and community tasks.