The charity will be out and about over the Christmas period continuing to provide a boost to as many teams as we can across the Trust, as well as delivering Christmas treats for patients, young and old.

In addition, we are pleased to share that some funding is available to help staff celebrate the season.

Please read the following carefully:

If there isn't a specific charitable fund for your area, or the remit of your fund doesn't cover staff support, you can apply, using the button below and we may still be able to provide some support to contribute towards a Christmas party or staff celebration.

• If you are unsure whether there is a charitable fund in your area please email:

  [email protected]

• We ask that you make sure your senior managers are aware in advance of any social events planned. 

The following Charity rules also apply:

• The maximum contribution available towards Christmas parties is £10 per OUH staff member 
• This offer must be open to all staff in your area
• No contribution can be made towards the purchase of alcohol 
• Staff must be made aware that the support is coming from Oxford Hospitals Charity
• Applications for support will be considered at the charity's weekly funding meeting, once you have applied. 

How to apply  DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM   Once you have downloaded the form through the link above please email [email protected] with the completed form. Applications will be reviewed at the charity's weekly funding meeting. Please note if funding is agreed: You will need to get an invoice from the company or if you are paying yourself you will need to keep the receipt(s). Send them, with the payment request form, to the [email protected] Include a list of staff names and the confirmation email approving your funding from the charity.  All of our payments are done by BACS and we aim to reimburse you within 10 days. Please do not purchase any alcohol or gift vouchers as we are unable to reimburse these items through the charity.

We hope your event goes well and would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for for all you do.

Please remember to help promote Oxford Hospitals Charity in your area so that we continue to provide support for staff and patients day in day out. Our website is www.hospitalcharity.co.uk