Community & Charity
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Oxford City FC helps Response resident fulfil football dream
A Response resident experienced a memorable day at Oxford City FC, highlighting the club’s community spirit and ongoing support for local mental health initiatives.
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Oxford United fan takes on 125-mile challenge after cancer diagnosis
An Oxford United fan will walk 125 miles along the Thames Path after a cancer diagnosis, raising funds and awareness for Fight Bladder Cancer while encouraging others to recognise symptoms and seek early medical advice.
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Morris dancer attempts 200-mile Thames Path world record challenge
A 200-mile morris dancing challenge along the Thames Path will see one performer attempt a world record while raising funds for six charities and hosting free community performances across the Thames Valley.
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Susie Dent joins Guide Dogs appeal for support as fundraisers reach Oxford
Susie Dent joined Guide Dogs in Oxford to welcome fundraisers and call for more volunteers to help train future guide dogs.
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Final days to vote in Brand the Bus competition after 6,000 ballots cast
More than 6,200 votes have been cast in the Brand the Bus competition, with just days left to support Oxfordshire charities. The winning organisation will receive a £100,000 prize package, including advertising on an electric double-decker bus.
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Oxford PR campaign delivers 1,000 books for literacy charity
A Fortitude Communications campaign has donated more than 1,000 books to ARCh, supporting literacy and reading confidence among primary school children across Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire FA partners with Play2Give charity
Oxfordshire FA has partnered with Play2Give, supporting its fundraising efforts and annual football tournament, as both organisations highlight shared goals of improving wellbeing and making a difference to local communities through sport and charitable initiatives.
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Thames Valley charities invited to apply for University of Reading scheme
Thames Valley charities are invited to apply for the University of Reading’s Charity of the Year Scheme, offering a year-long partnership and support through fundraising and community initiatives.
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Frilford Heath Golf Club backs Homeless Oxfordshire with annual charity golf day
Frilford Heath Golf Club will host Homeless Oxfordshire’s annual golf day after members raised more than £30,000 to support accommodation and specialist services for people facing homelessness across the county.
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Record-breaking Easter egg appeal brings joy to young patients across Oxfordshire
Didcot charity Play2Give is celebrating its biggest-ever Easter appeal, distributing over 2,000 eggs to hospitals, hospices and families in need across Oxfordshire.
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Oxford Official Walking Tours expands programme for spring and summer
Oxford Official Walking Tours is increasing its summer schedule, offering more city, film and literary tours as visitor numbers rise.
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Adoption charity appeals for loving home for little boy with additional needs
Parents and Children Together has launched an appeal to find a permanent family for Ashley, a one-year-old boy needing extra care and stability.
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Voting opens in 2026 Brand the Bus competition as 71 Oxfordshire causes compete
More than 70 Oxfordshire causes are competing in the 2026 Brand the Bus contest, with public voting now open with voting closing on 30 April.
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Community rail projects in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire win three national awards
Three community rail projects across Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire have been nationally recognised for helping young people, LGBTQIA+ communities and families engage more confidently with rail travel through practical and creative initiatives.
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Low Carbon Hub launches share offer for community-owned battery project
People are being invited to invest in a battery project at Ray Valley Solar Park that will store surplus electricity and expand community-owned clean energy in Oxfordshire.
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Parkers Properties launches Tour de Parkers charity cycle challenge
Parkers Properties staff will cycle 200 miles across 17 branches in September to raise £10,000 for Ronald McDonald House Oxford through the latest Tour de Parkers challenge.