Charities In Oxfordshire

Thomley is the place for people of all abilities. It is the primary setting where disabled people of any age, their families, friends and carers will find the support, encouragement and opportunity to participate in a range of indoor and outdoor recreational, leisure and creative activities. Thomley will contribute towards the development of skills useful for managing their day-to-day lives.

The charity aims to support a number of students from Sarah Lawrence College, New York, as fully recognised Visiting Students of the University of Oxford, via its affiliation with Wadham College.

Provision of outdoor and indoor activities to further outdoor education and recreation for children, young people and the wider public in the South East of England.

Acre Housing provides and maintains accomodation and other properties for people with learning disabilities. They also provide advice and assistance in matters relating to the housing needs of people with learning disabilities. Acre Housing operates in Oxfordshire.

The Charity seeks to secure donations, legacies, and sponsorship to enhance the care and treatment available to patients at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. Through the provision of grants they support projects which improve patient care and the hospital environment, medical equipment, health education, staff development and welfare, and that fall outside of the remit of the NHS.

The provision of respite care and associated services to young people and their families

To provide the resources for international scholars to prepare to advanced degrees in missiology and related topics.To gather, publish and disseminate literature on mission and theological topics.To coordinate study and research amongst those engaged in mission at international, national and local levels.

An international Christian charity, Viva is inspiring lasting change in children's lives through the power of collective action because it has a vision to see children safe, well and fulfilling their God-given potential. Viva believes that a network of churches and community organisations, locally focused and united in purpose, is the best possible vehicle for bringing lasting change for children.

Gospel/Church Mission Advancement

YELLOW SUBMARINE BELIEVES PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES DESERVE TO LIVE LIFE TO THE FULL. WE ARE A SMALL AWARD-WINNING CHARITY WHICH PRIDES ITSELF ON HELPING THE MOST DISADVANTAGED PEOPLE IN OXFORDSHIRE BUILD THEIR CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE AND A SENSE OF SELF-WORTH. AT THE SAME TIME WE AIM TO MEET THE HUGE NEED FOR RESPITE FOR FAMILIES AND CARERS.

The alleviation of poverty and hardship and distress

The advancement and support of Worcester College, Oxford, and such related activities as will support the objectives of the College.

Makes grants to organisations.

REPRESENTS STUDENT MEMBERS, INDIVIDUALLY AND COLLECTIVELY MAIN CHANNEL OF COMMUNICATION BETWEEN STUDENTS AND GOVERNING BODIES/OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD SUPPLIES GOODS SERVICES AND FACILITIES TO STUDENTS/STUDENT ORGANISATIONS PROMOTES SOCIAL, CULTURAL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES FURTHERS THE INTERESTS OF STUDENTS IN ECONOMIC SOCIAL AND YOUTH ISSUES WITH A DIRECT EFFECT ON STUDENTS/EDUCATION.

TRAX is a Motor project based in Oxford that works all over Oxfordshire; we provide a range of mechanical and practical based courses for young people aged 13-21. All of our courses include issue based group work, teambuilding, social skills and 1-1 sessions. We run City & Guilds, AQA and Entry Level qualifications.

The charity is a community of Discalced Carmelite Friars who live in Carmelite Community, Boars Hill Oxford. The Friars devote themselves to a life of prayer, the fruits of which they share in the form retreats, spiritual direction, book service for Carmelite literature and publishing a quarterly spiritual review.

The services are in 3 main areas:Counselling - relationship, individual, family and children's counselling, psychosexual therapyMediation - family, workplace and housing mediationEducation - training, CPD and peer listening for schools and life skills for individualsAlso run a child contact centre

The charity provides training and adventurous activities for young people and their leaders in the South East of England.

Provision of transport for elderly and disabled people within the Reading and surrounding area.

Supported Housing for 40 YP aged 16-25 Training & Support; Community Cafe & Pre-School, Workshop for alternative education. Sports Centre and facilities for fitness and social activities. Links with 1st Reading Sea Scouts. Strategic aims - Be a leading voluntary Christian faith based organisation & an exemplar in work with young people in supported housing, children & youth work & leadership.

Helps member churches to support and care for their missionaries worldwide. Coordinates a Radio ministry. Promotes work among supporting churches. Advises churches of needs and opportunities for mission workers

ENHANCE DEVELOPMENT,CARE AND EDUCATION OF CHILDREN PRIMARILY UNDER SCHOOL AGE AND CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE OF SCHOOL AGE BY ENCOURAGING PARENTS TO UNDERSTAND AND PROVIDE FOR NEEDS OF THEIR CHILDREN THROUGH COMMUNITY GROUPS.ENCOURAGE FORMATION OF GROUPS OFFERING PLAY,EDUCATION AND CARE;OFFER SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO GROUPS; ENCOURAGE STUDY OF NEEDS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES.PROVIDE TRAINING.

THE PROVISION OF INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND TRAINING SERVICES FOR ADULT CARERS. WORKING WITH THOSE CARERS, GIVING THEM AN EFFECTIVE VOICE IN THE COUNTY OF OXFORDSHIRE.

Provision and maintenance of Almshouses.