A selection of Manx charities and organisations have been successful in the latest round of the Manx Telecom Marg McGee Community Awards.

Named after Marg McGee, a cherished colleague who was passionate in supporting the community, the awards continue her legacy by funding grassroots initiatives that make a positive difference.

Since 2024, Manx Telecom has doubled the level of investment going into the awards, and also established two funding rounds each year to help small projects and initiatives get access to funds and support. 

This year we had the pleasure of welcoming Jane Poole-Wilson, Minister for Justice and Home Affairs, who assisted us in evaluating and selecting from the 55 applicants.

The 19 successful groups are Erin Arts Centre, Crossroads Nursery, Ramsey Young People’s Project, Children’s Centre, 1^st Laxey Scout Group, 2^nd Onchan Scout Hall, Pisces Swimming Club, IOM Cricket Association, Union Mills FC, Women’s National FC Team, Skeddan Jiarg Manx Dance Team, IOM Youth Trials, Victim Support, Search and Rescue Dogs, Ed Space, Isle Listen, Rotary Club of Douglas, Beach Buddies and Manx Birdlife, with each receiving funding to further their impactful work.

Funding will go towards a wide range of initiatives, including new children’s play equipment, Island Games travel kit, and cameras for live streaming birds.

Representatives from each organisation will be invited to our awards evening later this year, where they will formally accept the certificate.

For more information on the Marg McGee Community Awards and how to apply for the next round of funding, visit mt.im/mmca.