Why Donating to the Fund is important
Become a Powerhouse donor or fundraiser and help the local community thrive.
We are asking corporate donors to give in a way that has greater collective impact.
If you are a business and want to donate, please use the donation form here.
How donating will benefit your business
Charitable giving is easily managed, through a single annual donation into the fund.
Due diligence by OCF will save you valuable time and tax receipts will be provided.
Charity and CSR policies are easier to manage and communicate to stakeholders.
At least 90% of beneficiaries from the fund must live within the Didcot Garden Town Area of Influence.
An annual Impact Report will share updates on grant recipients. How money is being spent to help people locally.
Positively promote your business involvement in the Fund.
Promoting your business
All donors will receive recognition for giving through the Didcot Powerhouse Fund website, the Annual Impact Report and a newsletter which is published three times a year. There are also social media opportunities to engage with the Fund.
How much should I donate?
We welcome donations of all sizes but as a guideline for corporate and SMEs, we are proposing the following recommended tiers:
Quantum - £10,000 per year or more, over a 2 year period
Dynamo - Between £5,000 and £10,000 per year over a 2 year period
Joule – Between £1,000 and £5,000 per year over 2 years
Turbine - Donations of up to £1,000 or business donors who give ‘in kind’ support. The latter is key as providing products, services and personal time pro bono, help the fund to keep running costs to a minimum
Top tier donors will be profiled on The Didcot Powerhouse Fund website and associated communications, and will be invited to key events.
The Didcot Powerhouse Fund is held and managed by Oxfordshire Community Foundation, Charitable Incorporated Organisation no 1151621 (England & Wales).
The annual theme for 2024 is ‘Building Strong Bonds in the Community’.
