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OCVA

We enable a diverse community and voluntary sector to flourish in Oxfordshire. Our aim is to make support available to anyone in whichever form they require.

We support and empower volunteers, networks, non-profit organisations and the community. We can provide advice on funding, business development, networking, volunteer recruitment, placements and training. No problem is too big or small.

23/06/2026

Age UK Oxfordshire will provide a free benefits training and awareness session at our next Volunteer Co-ordinators Forum.

This is particularly useful for organisations supporting older people in Oxfordshire. Information and resources will be shared to ensure staff and volunteers feel confident having conversations about welfare benefits to ensure people are not missing out.

Email Maya if you wish to join this session: [email protected]

22/06/2026

Small Charity Week is an important opportunity to celebrate the valuable contribution that small charities make to communities.

Over the past year, we have worked alongside hundreds of local groups to help them thrive, delivering support calls, funding searches and training courses.

Volunteering remains a crucial part of the sector’s success and we support this through Oxonvolunteers.org

Small charities face increasing challenges, from financial pressures to growing demand for their services. OCVA remains committed to empowering these organisations, helping them build resilience, strengthen their impact and ensuring their voices are heard.

During Small Charity Week, we're celebrating their achievements and will continue to support every step of the way.

18/06/2026

What a fantastic day we had yesterday honouring 12 outstanding volunteers at our annual awards event 🎉

We had received many nominations this year so choosing the winners proved extremely difficult but what a joyful day of celebrations it was!

The 2026 Winners and Highly Commended are:

⭐Volunteer of the Year

WINNER: Hayley Jayne Collier, Bicester Autism

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Anya Pitts, Root and Branch

⭐Young Volunteer (under 25)

WINNER: Ayla Bosher, Alexandra House of Joy

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Izack Pope, Hanborough and District Day Centre – The Elderberries

⭐Long Service Volunteer

WINNER: Philip Tree, North Banbury Scout Group

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Marc Parfitt, UrHome.Church

⭐Oxford Brookes Student Volunteer

WINNER: Lizzie Bowerman, Be Free Young Carers

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Soniya Porthukaran, Ox50plus

⭐Voice and Influence

WINNER: Ashad Ali, Leys Cricket Club

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Mike Alexander, Volunteer Link Up (West Oxfordshire)

⭐Volunteer Organisation of the Year

WINNER: Sunrise Multicultural Project

HIGHLY COMMENDED: Wallingford Accessible Boat Club

With thousands of volunteers supporting causes and communities across Oxfordshire, the awards serve as a powerful reminder of the difference that volunteering makes every day. People are quietly and generously giving their time, skills and energy to support others.

Find more about our Award winners on our website: https://ocva.org.uk/volunteering/volunteer-celebration-awards-2026/

A big thank you to Oxford Brookes University for once again supporting our event at the beautiful Headington Hill Hall.

17/06/2026

It’s a hive of activity here as we prepare for our annual Volunteer Celebration Awards at the beautiful Headington Hill Hall.

16/06/2026

Are you looking for a new job? Have you considered a role within the community and voluntary sector?

OCVA advertises non-profits jobs across Oxfordshire - head to our website for the latest vacancies: https://ocva.org.uk/jobs/

15/06/2026

FREE WORKSHOP FOR BME ORGANISATIONS IN OXFORDSHIRE

Are you looking to strengthen your organisation’s governance and leadership?

Join Voice4Change England on Wednesday 8 July for a practical, free workshop designed specifically for BME community and voluntary organisations.

You'll learn about:
✅ The difference between governance and management
✅ Trustee and leadership responsibilities
✅ Essential policies and financial oversight
✅ Risk awareness and organisational sustainability
✅ How to meet funder expectations and build stronger structures

Find out more and book your place on our website: https://ocva.org.uk/training-and-development/current-courses/

11/06/2026

⭐WELL TOGETHER PROJECT SPOTLIGHT ⭐

Oxford Community Breakfast is an initiative started by Newlife Covenant Church UK, run by volunteers from local churches in Oxford and students from the Nuffield Department of Medicine (NDM), Centre for Tropical Medicine and Global Health.

The project received £5000 to contribute towards monthly community breakfast sessions in the centre of Oxford.

Alongside a full breakfast and embroidered tablecloths to make people feel welcome, each event offers friendship, pastoral support, and opportunities to connect with local services.

You can read more about this project and it's findings here:https://communityfirstoxon.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ox-Community-Breakfast-Case-Study-1.pdf

Well Together is delivered in partnership by OCVA and Community First Oxfordshire. The Programme is funded by the NHS Buckinghamshire Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board.

10/06/2026

Struggling to recruit volunteers? Finding it difficult to keep them engaged once they join your organisation?

You're not alone. Volunteer recruitment and retention are challenges faced by many community groups and charities.

Join our upcoming workshop to explore your current approach, identify what's working and what isn't! Learn about different recruitment and retention strategies with practical takeaways, and find out how OCVA can support you in attracting and retaining volunteers.

📆 25th June, 10am - 1pm

Find out more: https://ocva.org.uk/training-and-development/current-courses/

09/06/2026

⭐WELL TOGETHER PROJECT SPOTLIGHT ⭐

The Black Women in Maternity (BWIM) project is a partnership project hosted by Oxford Community Action with support from Healthwatch Oxfordshire.

BWIM received £5,500 from Well Together to run workshops and events for Black women to hear about and document their experiences of maternity care in Oxfordshire.

You can read more about this project and it's findings on our website:https://ocva.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/BWIM-Project-Case-Study-2.pdf

Well Together is delivered in partnership by OCVA and Community First Oxfordshire. The Programme is funded by the NHS Buckinghamshire Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board.

08/06/2026

Each month we love to shine a light on one of our members and this month it's mywatlington.

Watlington is home to a wide range of volunteer-led groups, clubs and community activities. From local events and social groups to practical support and opportunities to get involved, these groups play a huge part in making Watlington such a fantastic place to live.

mywatlington was created to help bring this community activity together in one place. It now supports more than 60 local volunteer groups and it's growing!

Find out more about this excellent source of local info in our June Spotlight: https://ocva.org.uk/2026/06/02/member-spotlight-mywatlington/

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OCVA The Old Court House, Floyds Row
Oxford
OX11SS

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441865251946

Website

http://www.ocva.org.uk/

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