OCF hosts new arts fund to continue legacy of OYAP Trust
Young people will continue to benefit from the creative arts thanks to a donation of £10,000 following the closure of OYAP Trust.
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OCF’s Funders’ Forum explores how grant-makers can make a lasting difference
On 13th October, around 50 representatives from charitable trusts, foundations and funding panels gathered at The Gradel Institute for Charity, for Oxfordshire Community Foundation’s seventh annual Funders’ Forum – a thought-provoking afternoon of discussion, learning and connection sponsored by Cazenove Capital.
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13 new grants awarded to help Oxfordshire communities thrive in nature
Oxfordshire Community Foundation has awarded 13 new grants through its Thriving in Nature Fund, supporting grassroots organisations that connect people with nature to improve wellbeing, inclusion and opportunity.
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OCF secures £50k match fund for B4’s Raise’25 initiative
A generous anonymous match-funder has agreed to donate £1 for every £1 raised for collective fundraising initiative Raise’25, up to £50k. The match creates a target of £100k to be distributed to 12 local charities that support people from cradle to grave.
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Partnership with OCF enables the Beard Charitable Foundation to maximise local impact
The Beard Charitable Foundation has awarded £66,300 in grants to 16 local charities through its named fund held by Oxfordshire Community Foundation, supporting grassroots initiatives and employee-led fundraising efforts.
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OCF’s evolving approach to grant-making: listening, learning and leading
At Oxfordshire Community Foundation (OCF), we are continually evolving how we support local charitable organisations through our grant-making, with a streamlined application process and supportive approach. We strive to be a gold-standard grant-maker, working to ensure that funding is more than just a transaction. Putting communities first The last two years have seen the Grants…
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Local literacy boost made possible thanks to £75,000 grant in memory of Harriet Ryley
The family of Harriet Ryley, who died from bowel cancer aged 58, have chosen to support children’s development charity Peeple from a fund created in her memory.
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Thanks given to OCF supporters at summer drinks event
Oxfordshire Community Foundation thanks its supporters at a Summer Celebration event, helping OCF to deliver its work and transform lives across the county.
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Fund launched in memory of Oxfordshire-based parents
Oxfordshire Community Foundation (OCF) is privileged to be managing a new named fund, set up in memory of the late Bob and Alison Michael. The fund will focus on supporting community organisations in South Oxfordshire, where they lived.
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OCF expands its leadership to match its increased ambition for the county
Oxfordshire Community Foundation has enhanced its team to match its increased ambition for the county as it continues its mission to build thriving communities. New appointments have recently been made at staff, trustee and honorary levels.
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