Oxfordshire 500 is based on the idea that a group of members (who are anonymous to each other) pay a very small amount of money each month that collectively turns into a small donation to a local person, group or cause in the county.    It provides a very targeted £500 gift each month that could make a lot of difference to a family or community group that is struggling in some way.   The person or people getting the award are nominated and voted on by the members of Oxfordshire 500 who are also monthly contributors. 

Since November 2021 Oxfordshire 500 has given monthly gifts of at least £500 (over £35,000 in total).  Please look at past donations on the History page.

We have given three donations of £500 in March.  The first to grandparents who are looking after an 8 year old who can't live with her mother due to witnessing domestic violence perpetrated by her mother's partner and chronic neglect.  Nominated by City Fostering.   Secondly nominated by Homeless Oxfordshire an individual who has lost his home and has been living on the street. The trauma of which has significatntly affected his mental health and finally to a family who have a child with down syndrome, autism and mobility issues which required surgery last year.  Her needs are great and she requires constant supervision and ensuring the home is a safe place is a constant. Nominated by Flexicare.

Next request for nominations will be sent out end April