Together, we’re building a thriving community where individuals and families can flourish, supported by a warm, welcoming space that fosters social connection, belonging, and opportunity.
We’re working to build a strong, sustainable future for our team and the communities we serve. Our goals are to create more job opportunities and volunteering pathways, and to grow lasting partnerships with local businesses that strengthen our collective impact.
By reducing our reliance on grant funding, we aim to secure long-term stability for our team of over 100 dedicated people.
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together since establishing SPARK in 2023:
Together, we’re creating opportunities, celebrating success, and making a lasting difference in our community.
At SPARK OLDHAM CIC, we're a community interest company driven by a deep passion to transform lives. With a belief that strong mental health, early years support, vibrant youth groups, job creation and volunteering opportunities are essential to creating and developing a thriving community. We collaborate with other organisations, mental health professionals, and volunteers to maximise our impact.



At Spark Oldham, we believe everyone deserves the chance to feel confident, connected, and supported. We're here to help people of all ages and stages grow, thrive, and discover what makes them shine. By bringing communities together and offering meaningful opportunities, we help people move forward with positivity and purpose.

We imagine a warm, supportive future where connected communities across Oldham help people of every age and life stage grow, thrive, and develop - to shine their brightest, reach their full potential, become their best selves, and live up to all they can be.

We transform lives by supporting people in ways that truly matter. We put wellbeing first, listen carefully, and create opportunities that help people not just get by - but genuinely flourish. We give people of all ages space to be heard, offer accessible volunteering opportunities, and build pathways into employment, all while keeping kindness and understanding at the heart of everything we do.
We speak up for those who need a voice, making sure everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.
We try new things and take bold steps to help people, even when it feels challenging.
We encourage our team to be confident and proactive, creating a space where ideas and honesty are always welcome.
We look for fresh, fun, and imaginative ways to help people thrive.
We welcome new ideas from our community, valuing everyone’s unique perspective.
We give our team the encouragement and freedom to explore creative solutions and stay ahead of what’s needed.
We care deeply about people and show genuine kindness in everything we do.
We happily go the extra mile, celebrating every win - big or small.
We look after our team’s wellbeing and growth, because when they feel good, they can help others feel good too.
We act with honesty and transparency, building trust through clear and open communication.
We deliver support and services to a high standard, making sure everyone feels safe, valued, and respected.
We invest in our team’s development so we can stay proactive, knowledgeable, and ready to offer the best support possible.
Working quietly in the background to help make our operations run smoothly!

People First: We take time to listen and understand, treating everyone with kindness and care.
Community Spirit: We build positive connections, encourage teamwork, and create spaces where people feel they belong.
Always Improving: We learn, adapt, and stay curious - finding better ways to support those who need us.
Growing Together: We nurture confidence, skills, and potential so people can move forward with hope and pride.
Leading with Heart: We support each other as a team so we can bring our best selves to the community every day.