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Support the Portico

 
 

The Portico is embarking on an ambitious capital development project to transform its historic library and secure its long term future. A project years in the making, it will create detailed plans to create an accessible and sustainable space for arts, food, books, learning and history for Manchester’s residents and visitors.

In order to realise this vision, we need your help. During the next two years we will be working on a range of fundraising activities to deliver this ambitious plans. There are six ways you can get involve and support the project. Please scroll below to learn more.

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There are SIX ways you can support the Portico Library…

 
 
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Donate

Give what you can today to support our non-profit charitable activities, bringing history to life and nurturing arts, learning, collaboration with Manchester’s communities and our Capital Development project.

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Volunteer

Could you help share the Portico Library’s unique history and collection? From book conservation and exhibition planning, to facilitating learning and live events, our volunteers are at the heart of the Portico, gaining hands-on experience while contributing to Manchester’s living heritage.

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Adopt a book

Celebrate an occasion or achievement, or memorialise someone you care about by having an important book repaired and saved for future generations, with a dedication in their name.

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Leave a legacy

Anyone can leave a bequest or legacy contribution to the Portico Library’s important work. To enquire about how you can make a difference, get in touch with our Librarian.

 
 
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Become a member

Follow the Portico’s founding subscribers and join today from the equivalent of just £1.29 a week, securing the Library’s future while enjoying all the benefits of membership… 

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Sponsor a project

From exhibitions, wellbeing programmes and live events, to new research and educational workshops, our projects rely on corporate and individual support.

 
 
 

Be part of our future and support Manchester’s communities.

Get in touch to ask about becoming a funder, sponsor, or partner, and help expand the Portico Library’s free public arts & learning programmes.

Current and recent funders

Current and recent partners