Greater Together Manchester is a dynamic and forward thinking charity, working across Greater Manchester to support communities to tackle deprivation and transform the lives of vulnerable people. The aim is to improve access to resources, make local work more effective, and create a framework for others to respond to the problem of poverty and deprivation. GTM was founded in 2015 as a joint venture between the Diocese of Manchester and Church Urban Fund, and is part of the Church Urban Fund’s ‘Together Network’. As well as supporting the development of individual community projects, GTM also runs a Winter Night Shelter programme in Manchester, which offers emergency accommodation and support to men who would otherwise be sleeping rough. GTM also coordinates the Place of Welcome network and holds the contract for the Near Neighbours programme for Greater Manchester.