Manchester Football Association, commonly known as Manchester FA, is the county football association responsible for supporting and developing grassroots football across Greater Manchester. Founded in 1884, it operates within the national County FA structure of The Football Association and provides the governance, development and support framework for football participants throughout the region. Manchester FA describes itself as the home of grassroots football in Greater Manchester and is committed to providing football for all. The organisation supports a substantial football network. Its official website currently identifies more than 400 clubs, over 3,400 teams, more than 28 leagues, approximately 30,000 players and more than 850 referees within its football community. Its role is to enable players, volunteers, coaches and referees to develop individually and collectively through clubs and leagues. Manchester FA's responsibilities extend across football development, competitions, membership, education, coaching, refereeing, safeguarding, inclusion and workforce development. It supports clubs and leagues with guidance and development services while administering county-level football and helping maintain appropriate standards across affiliated football. The association also works to improve participation and create opportunities for people from different communities and backgrounds to become involved in the game. Its current strategic direction is centred on creating a better grassroots game in Greater Manchester. Manchester FA has developed a grassroots football strategy aligned with The FA's wider national strategy, with priorities intended to strengthen the local football system and improve opportunities for participants. The association also operates development and education initiatives designed to strengthen the football workforce, including coaches, referees, volunteers and other people involved in the game. Its work includes safeguarding and welfare, equality and inclusion, referee development, coach development and support for clubs and leagues. Manchester FA is headquartered at House of Sport Manchester, Gate 13, Rowsley Street, Etihad Campus, Manchester, M11 3FF. The Football Association's official County FA directory confirms the address, contact details and Manchester FA's position within the national County FA network. The organisation is currently led by Chief Executive Colin Bridgford, while Jane Crombleholme is listed as Chairperson by The FA. Manchester FA therefore serves as an important administrative and developmental body for football across Greater Manchester, connecting local clubs, leagues, players, coaches, referees and volunteers with the wider English football structure. Its work combines governance, participation, education, safeguarding, competition administration and football development to support the long-term health of grassroots football in the region.