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OCF to celebrate coming of age at Broughton Castle

Donors, Events, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderFebruary 18, 2016

We celebrate our 21st birthday in 2016. As OCF comes of age, we want to build strong collaborations with partners who will be able to help us make an even bigger difference to Oxfordshire’s most vulnerable. Our event at the historic Broughton Castle will be the chance to hear from us and from eminent philosopher A.C.Grayling about the role of philanthropy in Oxfordshire today.

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Charity makes the case for the role of arts in healthcare at groundbreaking showcase

Events, Groups, Impact, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderFebruary 9, 2016

The first national Arts in Health Conference was an inspiring example of a proactive, preventative approach to addressing social problems. Charity ‘Arts Enterprise with a Social Purpose’ (Aesop) showcased a series of pioneering arts projects that had proven benefits to people with health difficulties.

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Reciprocate responsible business group reaches 40 members

Corporates, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderFebruary 4, 2016

OCF’s new responsible business initiative Reciprocate now has 40 local companies signed up. The group of businesses are committed to collaborating to support the local community more effectively, taking a proactive approach to addressing social problems.

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Lieutenancy boosts boards of local charities via trustee list

Groups, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 29, 2016

Thanks to a potential trustee list held by Lord Lieutenant Tim Stevenson’s office, several charities have recruited new Board members with a wealth of experience, including OCVA, Community First Oxfordshire – and Oxfordshire Community Foundation!

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Oxford judges back High Sheriff’s Getting Court initiative for schoolchildren

Donors, Events, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 22, 2016

The High Sheriff hosted an event in Oxford Crown Court last night to celebrate a programme that introduces young people to the world of the courts. The project is administered through a charitable fund held and managed by OCF.

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OCF welcomes new Finance Guru Katy Smith

Financial, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 14, 2016

Chartered Accountant Katy joins us with an experienced financial background, including roles at EY and Wenn Townsend. She will bring vital financial management to support the staff and trustees as OCF grows.

Flooding in York

UK community foundations rally to help people affected by flooding

Donors, Financial, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderJanuary 4, 2016

As flooding continues to affect communities in Scotland and the North of England, a UK-wide appeal has been launched to support flood victims. Coordinated by umbrella body UK Community Foundations (UKCF), the appeal will benefit from match funding from the Department for Communities and Local Government.

2015 TOP TEN!

Our top ten highlights of 2015!

News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderDecember 30, 2015

2015 has been a year of big numbers, big events, big characters and big ideas. From boosts in grant-making to well deserved awards, we’ve achieved a lot – and have even bigger ambitions for 2016!

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OCF office closed from Christmas eve until the New Year

News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderDecember 21, 2015

We will be closed during the Christmas and New Year period. The team at OCF wishes you a merry Christmas and encourages you to consider making a gift to the local community this festive season.

Refugee children

Community foundations across Europe respond to the refugee crisis

Donors, Financial, News, OCFBy Kate ParrinderDecember 18, 2015

Community foundations in Europe have been working together to react to the refugee crisis, with a pan-European collaboration and a new UK-based charitable fund established to support frontline care and longer-term integration into our communities.

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