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CHAMPIONING PHILANTHROPY IN OXFORDSHIRENone of our work would be possible without the support of our wonderful donors and patrons. Our community has benefitednot only from their extraordinary generosity, but also from thepart they play as ambassadorsfor our cause and as role modelsto their peers. Their belief in our work is what allows us to grow a sustainable legacy for Oxfordshire.The Ponsonby familyThe late Sir Ashley Ponsonby was OCF’s original founding president, and Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire 1980–96. His vision was that the foundation would promote small local causes that might otherwise struggle to have their voice heard. Without him, many organisations doing vital community work may have been ignored by larger funding bodies. We are delighted to have the ongoing support of Sir Ashley’s family, in particular his sons Charles and Luke.The Fleming familyLong-term supporters of OCF, Robin Fleming CBE and his family made the first gift that enabled us to start our endowment fund. Their unwavering support ever since has been the backbone of our growth over the past 19 years. We are delighted that Robin’s son, Rory, has agreed to host an event for OCF at the Fleming Collection in London in 2015.The Buxton and Wood familiesDr Robin Buxton MBE DL is a renowned ecologist, and along with his mother Lady Audrey Wood and stepfather Sir Martin Wood, is a founding donor to the new Future-Building Fund. The family manage the Patsy Wood Trust in memory of Robin’s half-sister, who passed away in 2007, and have provided valued support to OCF over the years.David and Claudia Harding FoundationOCF president and patronsTim Stevenson OBEis our president, and Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire. He is a passionate advocate for the need for community investment in Oxfordshire.In October 2014, we were very sad to hearof the passing of His Grace the 11th Duke of Marlborough, who had been our patron since we were formed in 1995, and was always a faithful supporter of our work.Sir Hugo Brunner KCVOis a former Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire, and continues to be a sterling proponent of our work.DDavid Harding is founder of Winton Capital Management, now one of the world’s largest hedge fund companies. Through their private foundation, David and his wife Claudia have recently added a local element to their substantial philanthropic portfolio by making a significant contribution to our endowment fund, which was uplifted by a further 50% through the Community First match scheme.HC FAnonymous fundSometimes, our donors wish to remain anonymous. One of our newest philanthropy fellows started working with us after selling their business. Wanting to build on their existing charitable endeavours, they have used our Community First match to boost an already significant donation. This themed fund willfocus on sustainability, to benefit our community and its people, animalsand environment.10 Impact Report 2014OUR YEAR 2013–14Henley Standard