There are loads of ways to get involved
- Volunteer with us. Volunteer in our shops, offices and at events to make a difference, and develop skills along the way.
- Fundraise with us.
- Campaign with us.
- Festival stewarding.
- Book an Oxfam speaker.
How does Oxfam help the community?
Oxfam is a global movement of people who are fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice. Across regions, from the local to the global, we work with people to bring change that lasts. Driven by diversity and founding our asks in evidence and experience, we take sides against poverty and injustice everywhere.
What is Oxfam trying to achieve?
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with poverty, and we work together to end this injustice for everyone. Thousands of talented people commit their time to make this happen.
Why should we support Oxfam?
Essential Services “We help people to access clean water, healthcare, education and sanitation.” Rights in crisis “We support people to live safe from war, violence and natural disaster.” Gender Justice “We support women and men to enjoy equal rights, and live free from violence and discrimination.” (Read more)
Does Oxfam really help?
Charities spend the majority of their money on their main causes. Oxfam says for every £1 donated, 82p will be spent on humanitarian, development and campaigning work. Most money is spent on social services in the UK, such as helping those in poverty or with disabilities.
How much money does Oxfam raise each year?
Oxfam GB’s total gross income in 2018/19 was £434.1 million – an increase of £6.9 million (1.6%) on the previous year, principally due to this being an exceptional year for legacy income.
What challenges does Oxfam face?
Many charities like Oxfam are trying to solve what are sometimes called ‘wicked’ problems. These are complex problems, like poverty and social injustice, which can not be addressed by one organisation alone, and may even be impossible to solve.
What does Oxfam do for poverty?
At Oxfam we believe all lives are equal and no-one should live in poverty. We join forces with people who share this belief, to empower communities to build better lives for themselves. That’s why we are there on the ground, not only to save lives in times of crisis, but also to develop lasting solutions.
How does Oxfam stop poverty?
Oxfam is a global movement of people, working together to end the injustice of poverty. Working with partners, we use a combination of practical tactics and innovation to deliver development programs, public education, campaigns, advocacy and humanitarian assistance in disasters and conflicts.
What can I do to help Oxfam Australia?
Include a bequest in your Will to Oxfam Australia and you can help change the world. Peruse a dazzling array of activities that will challenge you and help people living in poverty. Find a walk in your community, raise money for Oxfam and raise your fitness at the same time!
What do you get when you donate to Oxfam?
If you make a donation to this fund, your contribution will be used for our emergency work worldwide. Please choose the general emergency fund of one of these Oxfam affiliates. Sofia* washes with clean water from a pump installed by Oxfam in Kutupalong Camp, Bangladesh. “We are getting all kinds of benefits (from the water pump).
What does Oxfam do when there is an emergency?
In an emergency, Oxfam is on the ground providing assistance like clean water and sanitation, food and shelter. Oxfam Emergency Response is a special fund which allows us to respond rapidly to disaster and emergency situations. If you make a donation to this fund, your contribution will be used for our emergency work worldwide.
How does Oxfam Canada stamp out poverty work?
In 2018 alone, the Stamp Out Poverty program raised $30,000 for Oxfam Canada’s flagship project Creating Spaces, which takes action to reduce violence against women and girls in six countries in Asia. How can you help? Save your stamps!
