Would you like to help us deliver our grant-making?
OCF are looking for new grants assessors and panellists to support our grant-making, with a new package of benefits for volunteers.
Mills & Reeve walk the talk on local philanthropy
We are so grateful to law firm Mills & Reeve, whose Oxford office sponsored an event at Ditchley Park last week to engage local philanthropists, building on the pro bono support and donations they have already provided to Oxfordshire Community Foundation.
Wise Funds donation boosts OCF’s Collective Business Fund
Wise Funds have donated over £1,600 to Oxfordshire Community Foundation’s (OCF) Collective Business Fund for a third year running, pooling funds with other Oxfordshire companies to have a greater reach across the Oxfordshire charitable sector.
What we’re doing in response to our donor survey
OCF’s donor survey reveals that 83% of respondents are satisfied with the overall service they receive from OCF. We have listened to your feedback and are already implementing key insights in our plans for 2024-25.
OCF’s 2023 impact report reveals record grant-making
We’ve launched our 2023 impact report that looks at our areas of focus for our grant-making during the year, which totalled £2.3 million, as well as stories of hope from some of the vital charities we have funded.
Sally Scott’s shrieval year ends on a high, with awards for community heroes
As the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire’s shrieval year draws to a close we reflect on the highlights of Sally Scott’s tenure, culminating in an awards evening to celebrate the unsung heroes of our county.
OCF shines a light on local charities supporting women on International Women’s Day
On International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate four amazing charitable organisations in Oxfordshire that are transforming the lives of women in our county.
OCF’s accounts reveal over £2 million in grants for third year running
OCF has just published its audited accounts for the financial year 2022–23. Grant-making was over £2 million for the third year running, demonstrating the major emphasis on growing the funds that we are able to distribute to charities and groups across Oxfordshire.
Philanthropic giving makes for a happy life!
Keynote speakers at the recent Oxfordshire Uncovered launch event provided insights on the challenges facing some people in our county, while also highlighting the uplifting role of local philanthropy in fostering hope.
The Didcot Powerhouse Fund celebrates its first two years!
The Didcot Powerhouse Fund celebrates its first two years! It has raised over £270,000, made 35 grants to local charities and community groups, and supported 2,880 local beneficiaries to date.