ODS, has named Sobell House Hospice as its Charity of the Year for 2025.
They kicked off the partnership with a £500 donation to support the hospice’s compassionate care for people with life-limiting illnesses. The donation was handed over by ODS team member Vincent Floyd, who nominated the charity, to Beth Marsh, Director of Fundraising at Sobell House. The pair met to discuss the hospice’s vital work and how the funds raised by ODS will help support patients and their families.
Sobell House Hospice, based on the Churchill Hospital site, provides expert care and emotional support to people at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives. With strong community roots and a reputation for outstanding care, the hospice was the clear winner in a staff vote at ODS to choose this year’s charity partner.
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“As a locally-owned company, supporting Oxfordshire communities is at the heart of what we do.
“Amongst my favourite moments in leading ODS are those where staff ideas turn into action. Supporting Sobell House was an initiative led by our team, and we’re proud to back a cause that means so much to so many across the county.”
Simon Howick, Managing Director at ODS
“It’s great news that, once again, ODS has picked a deserving cause for their annual charity fund raising. It’s a testament to their determination to do good in the community. I wish the staff good luck with this year’s fund-raising events and look forward to hearing about the money that their commitment to Sobell House will bring in this year."
Councillor Nigel Chapman, Cabinet Member for Citizen Focused Services and Council Companies
ODS has set a fundraising target of £10,000 to be raised over the next 12 months and is encouraging staff, and the wider community, to get involved. From team challenges and bake sales to raffles and sponsored events, ODS will be hosting and supporting a range of fundraising activities throughout the year.
Members of the public and local businesses are invited to contribute in any way they can and anyone wishing to support the campaign can do so by visiting the ODS Just Giving page to make a donation. Together, we can help ensure Sobell House Hospice continues to offer its essential, life-affirming care to people across Oxfordshire.
Last year ODS raised over £8000 for Cancer Research UK.
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