Manchester Vineyard is a Christian church and registered charity operating in Manchester, England. It is formally constituted as a Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered in England and Wales under charity number 1165564. The church aligns with the Vineyard Churches UK & Ireland network and operates under the associated trademarks by license[1].

Mission and Activities

Manchester Vineyard’s primary objective is to advance the Christian religion for the public benefit in accordance with its Statement of Faith. The charity achieves this through the organization and provision of Christian worship services and by offering facilities and services appropriate to support its mission. This includes outreach and community engagement across parts of the United Kingdom and globally[3].

The church emphasizes a heart to love Jesus and extend that love outward to the local community, seeking to provide a welcoming space and support for members and visitors alike[1]. An example of its community involvement includes efforts to renovate and reopen 422 Stockport Road (formerly Longsight Youth Centre) as a resource for the local community. This initiative aims to create a "living room for the city," providing a place for those in need of support, training, and belonging in an area challenged by deprivation and social issues[5].

Governance and Staffing

As of the most recent reporting, Manchester Vineyard employs 13 staff members supported by approximately 145 volunteers. The governance structure includes five trustees who oversee the charity’s operations and compliance with regulatory requirements[3].

Financial Overview

For the financial year ending 31 July 2023, Manchester Vineyard reported a total income of approximately £774,305. Income sources include donations and legacies (£268,950), charitable activities (£55,150), other trading activities (£61,500), modest investment income (£772), and other income streams (£387,950). Expenditure for the same period totaled about £882,256, primarily invested in charitable activities (£739,670) and other expenses (£142,590), with no funds spent on raising additional income[3].

Affiliation

Manchester Vineyard is part of the wider Vineyard Churches UK & Ireland fellowship, a network of over 130 churches across the UK and Ireland. The use of the "Vineyard" name and associated logos are protected trademarks owned by Vineyard Churches UK & Ireland and used by Manchester Vineyard under license[1].

This entry summarizes the key aspects and work of Manchester Vineyard as a registered nonprofit Christian organization dedicated to worship and community service within Manchester and beyond.

[1] https://manchestervineyard.org [2] https://manchestervineyard.org/for-the-city/ [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5075491 [4] https://cvmchurch.co.uk [5] https://www.vineyardchurches.org.uk/resources/a-living-room-for-manchester/