Manchester, UK — Manchester City Council has announced the launch of a new Tech for Good Catalyst Programme, delivered by the Tech for Good Alliance in partnership with Manchester Digital, MACC, and techUK.
The programme is designed to strengthen Manchester’s position as a leading hub for purpose-driven innovation by supporting organisations that use technology to address social and environmental challenges. Delivered by the Tech for Good Alliance, the initiative will bring together businesses, startups, charities, public sector organisations, and industry leaders to build a more connected and impactful ecosystem.
The Tech for Good Alliance will lead delivery of the programme, drawing on its expertise in convening cross-sector collaboration and supporting mission-driven innovation. Key partners Manchester Digital, MACC, and techUK will play an active role in shaping and supporting the programme, contributing industry insight, networks, and capacity to ensure participating organisations can grow and scale effectively.
Together, the partnership aims to bridge gaps between sectors, unlock new opportunities for collaboration, and ensure that technological innovation is aligned with the needs of Manchester’s communities.
Sherelle Fairweather, Digital Strategy Lead at Manchester City Council said: “Manchester's reputation as one of the UK's leading technology ecosystems is well established, but the real measure of that success lies in how widely the benefits of innovation are shared across all our communities. By helping the city's VCSFE sector access the skills, expertise and talent within Manchester's digital economy, the Tech for Good Catalyst reflects our commitment to driving social impact through inclusive, ethical innovation. We're proud to be working with the Tech for Good Alliance to strengthen connections between the tech and VCSE sectors, helping organisations unlock the full potential of digital technologies to deliver benefits that we hope are long lasting for people and communities across Manchester."
Alistair Forbes, Founder and CEO of the Tech for Good Alliance, said: “We are proud to be delivering this programme on behalf of Manchester City Council. By bringing together partners from across the ecosystem, we can better support organisations developing technology that tackles some of our most pressing challenges.”
The programme will include:
Targeted support for startups and social ventures focused on social and environmental impact
Collaboration opportunities across industry, public sector, and civil society
Engagement with communities to ensure solutions are inclusive and locally relevant
Events and activities led in partnership with Manchester Digital, MACC, and techUK
Applications for the first cohort will open on 30th September, with participants gaining access to tailored support, networks, and resources.
This initiative forms part of Manchester City Council’s wider commitment to building a fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable city through innovation.
For more information, visit https://manchester.techforgood.community/
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