We improve lives and tackle inequality by investing in Oxfordshire’s dynamic charitable sector.
Helping you to make a difference where it matters most
Oxfordshire Community Foundation is a charity that builds thriving communities through effective philanthropy. Since 1995 we’ve existed to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged people in Oxfordshire by working with donors to invest in small, local charities and community groups.
A tale of two counties
Beneath the visible affluence of the county, there are parts of Oxfordshire where our fellow citizens do not enjoy the same advantages and privileges. Too many people face poverty, inequality and lack of opportunity. Every single person in Oxfordshire deserves to lead a safe and secure life as part of a thriving community. We believe the people of Oxfordshire can make this vision a reality.
A tale of two counties
Beneath the visible affluence of the county, there are parts of Oxfordshire where our fellow citizens do not enjoy the same advantages and privileges. Too many people face poverty, inequality and lack of opportunity. Every single person in Oxfordshire deserves to lead a safe and secure life as part of a thriving community. We believe the people of Oxfordshire can make this vision a reality.
£2.5
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139
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Our impact this year
From befriending services and support for survivors of domestic abuse to empowering young people with learning disabilities and local community hubs, our funding has supported a wide range of needs.
Local giving making lasting change
We can help you to invest in the causes and communities that matter to you, in the way that works for you. By pooling resources, we are able to harness the power of the collective – reaching many more small and local charities than any of us would be able to on our own.
“Working with OCF is the simple way to give to the themes I care about the most. I would never have known about many of the causes I’ve helped without them. They are doing vital work and they need our support.”
Jane Mactaggart, donor
Thriving in Nature Fund
We are excited to launch a third round of Thriving in Nature grant funding in 2026, helping more people prosper by engaging with green spaces and the rural environment. This round will place a stronger emphasis on food and farming, capitalising on Oxfordshire’s rural and agricultural heritage, and encouraging engagement and skills development within the farming community.
With nearly £200k already secured, we are seeking at least a further £150k, helping more people thrive, nurture a love of nature, and develop the skills needed to steward our world into the future.
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