Aspire Oxfordshire Community Enterprise Ltd

Aspire's Action Inspires Hope Appeal

Oxfordshire faces two major problems: a lack of affordable housing and a shortage of workers in the job market. Help Aspire to restore hope through action this year. Read more
Target £325,000 Raised so far £321,807 £323,527 incl. Gift Aid
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£10 £10 could cover travel expenses for someone to attend a job interview, volunteering, or a class to explore a new interest

£50 £50 could provide a home-starter kit for someone moving into new accommodation

£200 £200 could cover one person's energy costs for a month

£400 £400 could provide carpet and warmth to insulate someone's new home

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Employment support

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Housing support

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We empower people to rebuild their lives and futures and realise their potential, by providing person-centred employment, enterprise development, housing and support opportunities.

1800+	people supported into employment, housing and given opportunities to develop new skills
325	people helped to navigate the threat of homelessness, into safe, secure housing
145	members of the community starting new jobs, building careers and earning money
96	individuals supported into new tenancies within Aspire’s housing projects

Aspire's latest Social Impact Report is now available - find out more about how we transformed over 1,800 lives during 2022-23

Colin's Story

After leaving the RAF, Colin found himself without a home or a job. Explore how Colin has worked with Aspire's ex-military pathway support service to turn his life around. Read more
Suhail's Story

With no plans in place for his release from prison, Suhail faced an uncertain future and anticipated having to sleep rough. Find out how Aspire and Greater Change supported Suhail to secure a brighter future. Read more
Rachel's Story

Rachel was the first participant to move into Aspire’s Women’s Project, having left prison without a home to go to. Find out what Rachel has been up to! Read more

Aspire Oxfordshire collaborates with OSEP, Co-op Futures and CAG Oxfordshire to secure UKSPF grant to boost social economy growth in Oxford City

Aspire Oxfordshire is collaborating with OSEP, Co-op Futures and CAG Oxfordshire in securing a UKSPF grant to boost social economy growth in Oxford City. Read more
An important farewell - saying thank you and goodbye to Carol Sweetenham as Aspire's Chair of Trustees in February 2024

After ten years as Chair and an involvement with Aspire going back to its foundation, Carol Sweetenham will be stepping down as Chair of Aspire's Trustee Board on 28th February, and moving on to Homeless Oxfordshire to take up a role as their Chair. Read more
Aspire CEO Paul Roberts to receive High Sheriff's Award in March 2024

Paul Roberts will be awarded by High Sheriff of Oxfordshire Mrs Sally Scott at Oxford County Hall in March 2024, in recognition of his achievements as Chief Executive Officer of Aspire. Read more