Funding your event

Our team of conference and meeting specialists can help you source funding for your event through the Manchester subvention fund.

The subvention fund was created to help increase the volume of high profile international events to the coming to the Manchester city region.

In order for an event to be eligible for support it should:

- Generate significant economic benefits for the city

- Improve its reputation as a world-class conference destination

The subvention fund is particularly keen to support international events where Manchester is bidding against other conference cities and destinations.

Your application

Each application is considered by a panel made up of representatives from the civic, business, tourism and conference sectors of the city. Applications are thoroughly reviewed to assess the potential benefits to the city and the surrounding areas.

Our team of business tourism specialists are on hand to provide guidance with your application and are always happy to help.

To find out more about the subvention fund contact the team.