Community & Charity
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Oxford Bus Company’s rainbow bus set to return to support Oxford Pride
Oxford Bus Company will once again support Oxford Pride this weekend, with its popular rainbow-branded electric bus leading the parade and helping less able-bodied attendees travel between key event locations.
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Thames Valley Police backs Oxford youth music project In-Spire Sounds with £7k grant
An Oxford youth music organisation has secured £7k from the Thames Valley Police Community Fund to expand programmes supporting young people at risk of exploitation, while showcasing participants’ talents through a newly released debut mixtape.
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Persimmon Charitable Foundation opens funding round with three £50k grants for youth employability charities
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has opened its latest funding round to support UK charities helping young people into work, with applications now open for projects focused on employability, social mobility and tackling disadvantage.
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Oxford City Farm celebrates 2026 Brand the Bus runner-up success
Oxford City Farm is celebrating after being named runner-up in the 2026 Brand the Bus competition, securing a £20k prize and a major opportunity to raise awareness of its community work across Oxfordshire.
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Bicester volunteer helps raise one of the first guide dog litters born in Oxfordshire
A Bicester volunteer is helping raise one of the first guide dog litters born in the South East as seven-week-old puppies begin the next stage of their journey towards becoming life-changing assistance dogs.
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Oxford City Farm named runner-up in Oxford Bus Company’s Brand the Bus competition
East Oxford’s Oxford City Farm has been named runner-up in the Brand the Bus competition, winning an enhanced £20k advertising package to boost awareness across the city.
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Oxford teen shares Buckingham Palace moment with Duke of Edinburgh at Gold Award celebration
An Oxford teenager has described a memorable personal exchange with HRH The Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace after receiving his Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award alongside thousands of achievers.
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Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties staff complete annual charity hiking challenge
Staff from Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties have completed the annual charity hiking challenge, raising over £3k for Youth Adventure Trust and Maggie’s in the 12th year of the event.
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Bike Oxford 2026 set to welcome more than 700 riders and record charity turnout
More than 700 cyclists are expected to take part in Bike Oxford 2026 this June, with a record number of charities and businesses supporting the event as riders prepare to raise funds for causes across Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire charity Sobell House named winner of 2026 Brand the Bus campaign
Sobell House Hospice Charity has been named the winner of Oxford Bus Company’s 2026 Brand the Bus competition, securing a £100k prize package including a branded electric bus and regional advertising campaign.
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City Sightseeing Oxford helps fund new medical centre in Angola
City Sightseeing Oxford will donate £1 from every ticket sold on 23 May to help fund a new medical centre in Angola.
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Top 10 charities revealed after nearly 9,000 votes cast in Brand the Bus competition
Nearly 9,000 public votes have narrowed 71 entries to 10 finalists in Oxfordshire’s Brand the Bus competition, where charities are competing for a £100,000 prize package including a year-long advert on an electric double-decker bus and extensive promotional support.
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Community project helps 74 young people gain confidence through rail trips and outdoor adventures
Oxfordshire’s Getaway project has supported 74 young people from underrepresented communities to build travel confidence through six guided rail adventures and outdoor activities.
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Oxford Bus Company backs Race Across Oxfordshire charity challenge inspired by BBC series
Oxford Bus Company is supporting a new Race Across Oxfordshire charity challenge inspired by the BBC series, helping raise funds for Homeless Oxfordshire.
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Great Days Out: countryside walks, wildlife and watersports at Farmoor Reservoir Oxford
Just minutes from Oxford, Farmoor Reservoir offers countryside walks, wildlife, sailing and fishing. Its four-mile circular route, open water views and wetland habitats make it an ideal spot for a relaxed yet active day out in Oxfordshire.
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World PoohSticks Championships returns to Sandford Lock in 2026 to celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh
The World PoohSticks Championships will return to Sandford Lock, bringing families and competitors together for a day of riverside competition and community celebration. This year’s event marks 100 years of Winnie the Pooh and continues a cherished Oxfordshire tradition in support of local charities.