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Oxford University study reveals extent of challenges faced by under-fives and their families in lockdown

Growing Minds, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 27, 2021

A report commissioned by Oxfordshire Community Foundation (OCF) makes recommendations for how best to support parents of young families that are struggling in lockdown.

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OCF warns of epidemic of loneliness in Oxfordshire as lockdowns reduce support services for the most vulnerable

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 22, 2021

Our new report suggests that loneliness is driven by feelings of disconnection from civic life rather than distance from people, with urban residents most likely to feel lonely. It says charities are reporting increased demand for support.

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Requests for COVID-19 funding soar in response to lockdown 3 – can you help OCF support the community?

Donors, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 14, 2021

OCF’s latest grants round, opened last week in response to lockdown 3, has been overwhelmed with applications, indicating a great continued frontline need. We are therefore appealing for donations to help support this response.

OCF welcomes new Project Manager – Getting Oxfordshire Online

Getting Oxfordshire Online, News, OCFBy Kate WalkerJanuary 13, 2021

OCF is delighted to welcome Olwen Lintern-Smyth as Project Manager for our new initiative Getting Oxfordshire Online. Our new collaborative initiative aims to get more people online by refurbishing devices, unlocking more data and connectivity, and upskilling beneficiaries. 

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Anglian Water COVID grants available now through community foundations

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 12, 2021

Hundreds of local causes continue to benefit from Anglian Water’s community funding as Anglian Water unlocks second half of £1 million funding pot to help communities battle second wave, with funding available to Oxfordshire charities.

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OCF reopens Community Resilience Fund in response to lockdown 3

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 7, 2021

A new round of grants of up to £5,000 to support COVID-19 response and recovery is now open for applications. Priority will be given to projects that are responding to the latest lockdown. Applications will be assessed and funds allocated on a rolling, weekly basis.

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