Abingdon-on-Thames is a town with a wealth of volunteers and givers, people who believe in making the world a better place. There are lots of open and friendly charitable organisations who welcome anyone willing to give a little time and energy to make something good happen. Find a cause you believe in and discover how life-enriching it can be to become a member of one of these groups.
This particular year special mention is given to:
Abingdon Community Fridge operates from the Wellbeing Centre
Abingdon Community Larder runs on Fridays from Abingdon Carousel OX14 5GZ
Abingdon Foodbank OX14 1PL donations of foodstuffs welcomed
Local to the town or adjoining villages, if your charitable society or branch of an organisation is not listed below, and you think it ought to be, then please contact the Town Council at enquiries@abingdon.gov.uk to give us the details.
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Abingdon Community Hospital League of Friends
The League of Friends ACHLOF runs a popular general knowledge quiz and social events such as coffee mornings and carol singing. To support the hospital and keep services local, it is in need of more volunteer effort this year.
Abingdon & District National Trust Association
Website – www.abingdonnt.org.uk
Meetings held at Trinity Church hall.
Addiction Advocates
Addiction Advocates have recently launched a new FREE 24 hour helpline for individuals suffering from addiction in the area.
The line is monitored by our team of addiction recovery experts who are willing to provide urgent help and advice to individuals struggling to cope with the difficulties that come with addiction.
You can find more information here https://www.addictionadvocates.com/locations/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-abingdon/
Along with our helpline, we can also offer treatment through our partnership with over 170 addiction clinics based throughout the UK.
Against Breast Cancer
01235 534211 info@againstbreastcancer.org.uk
http://www.againstbreastcancer.org.uk/
Leathem House, 13 Napier Court, Barton Lane, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3YT
The Abingdon Bridge
http://www.theabingdonbridge.org.uk/
27 Bridge Street, Abingdon, OX14 3HN
Air and Country Show
Abingdon Air & Country Show May each year
Neil Porter through the website
Alzheimers
Abingdon Alzheimers – services available but branch not so active – a local memory club operates
http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/BranchWebsites/abingdonandthevale
Abingdon Resource & Wellbeing Centre, Audlett Drive, OX14 3GD
Amnesty International
Abingdon Amnesty International Group
http://www.amnesty.org.uk/abingdon
King’s Head and Bell, East St Helen Street, OX14 5EA
ARCh
ARCh recruits, trains and support volunteers to work one-to-one with selected children in primary schools throughout Abingdon area to inspire them to enjoy reading. Opportunities to join are available throughout the year.
Website archoxfordshire.org.uk email info@archoxfordshire.org.uk tel 01869 320380
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British Heart Foundation
Abingdon shop, 36 Bury Street, Abingdon, OX14 3QY – 01235 538103 – ask for Tracy or June the Managers.
Volunteers must be over 16 and have no unspent criminal convictions. Full training and flexible shifts are provided.
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Carousel
Abingdon Carousel is a charitable trust running the families’ centre
Caldecott Chase, OX14 5GZ
Monday morning drop in Citizens’ Advice (web info see below)
Citizens’ Advice
Abingdon & District Citizens’ Advice
08444 111 444
The New Abbey House, Abbey Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3JD
Independent accessible entrance at the East side of the building (maroon doors)
With a high volume of people needing assistance there is a recruitment drive for more advisers
Christ’s Hospital
Christ’s Hospital of Abingdon clerk@ch-of-abingdon.org
1 Old Station Yard, Abingdon, OX14 3LQ
01235 526487
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Foodbank
Abingdon Foodbank, Christ Church, Northcourt Road, Abingdon OX14 1PL
https://abingdon.foodbank.org.uk/
https://www.facebook.com/AbFoodBank/
We need support all year round. Easter, Harvest and Christmas collections are particularly welcome!
Supported by companies locally including Waitrose, Co-op and Millets Farm. In need of more corporate support to boost our capacity for purchasing food and household items.
Contact: info@abingdon.foodbank.org.uk
Friends of Abingdon
Abingdon Civic Society
Hester Hand secretary@abingdoncivicsociety.org.uk
http://www.friendsofabingdon.org.uk/ The Abbey Buildings Trust conserving the medieval buildings and Unicorn Theatre 18, Thames Street, Abingdon, OX14 3HZ
Kennington Memory Club
Living well with Dementia
A place where people with a diagnosis of dementia can meet in a safe, friendly, supportive environment for company and for interesting activities suited to their individual needs and preferences.
Website: www.kenningtonmemoryclub.org.uk
Helen: 07852883496
Lions International
Abingdon Lions Club sec@abingdonlions.org
http://abingdonlions.org/ community events, fundraising for defibrillators in town
Conservative Club, 59 Ock Street, Abingdon, OX14 5AG
MIND
The Charter, Broad Street, Abingdon OX14 3LZ
Mental health and well being. Lots of activities in healthy, mindful living, crafts, arts, music.
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Museum Friends
Abingdon Museum Friends have a page on the Museum section of this site
Peter Hallowell peter.hallowell@btinternet.com
http://www.abingdonmuseumfriends.org.uk/
Meetings first Thursday St Helens Church Centre, West St Helen Street, OX14 5BS
National Trust
Abingdon & District National Trust Association
Website – www.abingdon.org.uk
Meetings held at Trinity Church hall.
Oxfam Shop
Abingdon Oxfam Retail Charity shop is located at 30/32 Stert Street, Abingdon OX14 3JP
Phone is: 01235528592
Email address is: oxfamshopf3723@oxfam.org.uk
We have volunteering opportunities on a regular basis.
Rotary Club
Rotary Club of Abingdon three branches of Rotary in town
http://www.rotary-ribi.org/clubs/homepage.asp?ClubID=512
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Save the Children Abingdon branch
More local volunteers needed
St Ethelwold’s
St Ethelwold’s Fellowship with activities and workshops at the house
http://www.stethelwoldhouse.org.uk/
30 East St Helen Street, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 5EB
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Vale of White Horse Foyer for young people
8 The Square, OX14 5FT
Guiness Trust. District Council’s housing team have more information
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Vesper Rotary Club
Abingdon Vesper Rotary Club
community@abingdon-rotary.org.uk
http://www.abingdon-rotary.org.uk/ Oxford Abingdon Hotel, Marcham Road, Abingdon, OX14 1TZ
Yellow Submarine Charity
Yellow Submarine support Young People (11+) and Adults with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism. They offer a range of social clubs, school holiday activities and workplace training.
For more information call 01865 236 119 and speak to one of the friendly team.
Youth Challenge Oxfordshire
Youth Challenge Oxfordshire is a charity dedicated to supporting young people across Oxfordshire by helping them build confidence, develop skills, and find their path in life. We run 2-hour weekly sessions during term time, focusing on personal growth, teamwork, and resilience through a variety of engaging activities. If you’d like to learn more or get involved, please reach out to us through our website at www.yoco.online/about-3 or contact our community development manager directly at Jay@yoco.online
