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OCF continues support for Good Food Oxford as charity celebrates third birthday

Donors, Financial, Groups, Impact, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderFebruary 6, 2017

Good Food Oxford was launched in December 2013 in order to help support the existing work of many organisations in and around the city working to make our food system more nourishing, less wasteful and more sustainable. OCF continues to support GFO as they grow.

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OCF to support volunteering to help build stronger community bonds

Corporates, Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderFebruary 3, 2017

As a charity funder, OCF knows that charities rely on hard cash for projects and running costs to carry out their work. A new focus on volunteering aims to complement this and help charities access new volunteers.

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First Syrian family to be rehoused locally thanks Oxford for its generosity

Donors, Groups, Impact, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 19, 2017

A Syrian couple who fled their home to escape war have given their heartfelt thanks to the people of Oxford for making them feel so welcome in the city. The family has been supported by Asylum Welcome, one of the charities that received substantial funding from one of OCF’s donors.

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New grant opportunity: up to £50k from Building a Stronger Britain Together

Financial, Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 10, 2017

A new Home Office grant opportunity is offering up to £50,000 to charities working on projects that counter extremism and build stronger communities.

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Local company to run free social media seminar for charities

Corporates, Events, Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 6, 2017

Medical communications company Oxford Pharmagenesis – a member of OCF’s responsible business group Reciprocate – is to run a free session for local charities upskilling them in the effective use of social media. The seminar takes place on 21st February at Freeths in Oxford Business Park.

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Full Circle: a local charity that has turned things around

Groups, Impact, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderDecember 16, 2016

Full Circle is an intergenerational charity that has been working with schools in Oxfordshire for 15 years. Over the past 12 months, OCF has been proactively supporting the charity whilst it was struggling to make ends meet. We are delighted that they are now back on their feet and have exciting plans for the future.

Sisters spend Christmas together for the first time at a Lemn Sissay dinner

Christmas Dinner Oxford to create festive memories for young care leavers

Donors, Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderNovember 28, 2016

Christmas can be particularly difficult time for people who weren’t brought up alongside their biological families. This year, a group of volunteers is organising a Christmas dinner for 18-30 year olds who have recently left care, creating festive memories for them that they may never have experienced before.

Sarah Taylor with Time for Change at the Caring Matters Conference

High Sheriff Sarah Taylor brings carers together at Caring Matters conference

Donors, Events, Financial, Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderNovember 25, 2016

Carers Oxfordshire held its fourth annual Caring Matters Conference on 25th November at The Kassam Stadium, Oxford, and addressed key issues in caring in 2016. The conference offered carers and professionals essential information and advice around the caring role.

John Taylor talking to guests at Broughton Castle

OCF’s 2016 accounts reveal thriving and stable organisation

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderNovember 18, 2016

OCF has published its 2016 accounts, which show that the organisation has successfully stewarded over £1 million in donations for the third consecutive year, and achieved a sustained level of grant-making. With the appointment of a new Chair, OCF also strengthened its governance and strategy during 2016.

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OCF launches new Charity Triage service for struggling charities

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderNovember 11, 2016

Provided in collaboration with OCVA and Charity Mentors Oxfordshire, Charity Triage will provide confidential support to charities that find themselves facing an uncertain future. The initiative will help clarify problems and pinpoint the right support in terms of training, leadership or funding.

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