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Syrian Community Oxfordshire (SYRCOX) supports refugees, low-income families, and vulnerable individuals through food aid, community meals, and educational workshops. We tackle food insecurity, reduce isolation, and promote social inclusion in Oxfordshire. Our Core Activities: Food Parcel Program – We distribute weekly food parcels to families and individuals in need, ensuring access to nutritious and culturally appropriate food. Community Meals – We host regular community meals that bring people together, fostering social connections and reducing isolation. Educational Workshops – We provide cooking, budgeting, and healthy eating workshops to empower individuals with skills to improve their well-being and financial stability. Men’s Health & Well-being Sessions – We run physical activity sessions to promote mental and physical health, particularly for refugee and migrant men. Cultural & Youth Programs – We support young people through educational and social activities that promote cultural awareness, inclusion, and skill-building. Our Impact: We serve hundreds of individuals and families each year, providing them with essential food supplies, emotional support, and opportunities to build social connections. By working closely with local partners, businesses, and volunteers, we ensure that our services reach those most in need. Our work has been recognized through community awards, highlighting our dedication to improving lives in Oxfordshire. Why SYRCOX Matters: Many of the people we support are facing financial hardship, food insecurity, language barriers, and social isolation. Our services provide a safety net, helping individuals and families gain stability, access nutritious meals, and feel part of a supportive community.

Abingdon Community Fridge was founded in July of 2019. We aim to help reduce food waste through education and collection/redistribution of surplus food from restaurants and other food businesses Please visit our Facebook page for more information/updates on our opening times.

Food for Charities runs the Botley community pantry, Botley community larder, and Botley Bikers (bicycle deliveries of food etc. to homeless people). It also delivers emergency food parcels. The pantry and larder operate from 81 West Way OX2 9JY. The Bikers leave from west Oxford; do most of their deliveries at Bonn Square; and end up at the Gatehouse. Most of our clients are on benefits and/or self-defined as "in need". There is no charge for the pantry, Bikers or emergency parcels. The community larder runs on the SOFEA model: £14/month provides 14+ items of food per week. The food we collect from Neighbourly stores goes to all of the projects. We first take food for the Bikers (fruit, bread and some vegetables) and the rest goes to the other projects, where people use it directly (e.g. bread) or cook with it (e.g. most vegetables).