OXFORD POVERTY ACTION
OxPat collects money through donations, fundraising events and boxes in Oxford businesses and colleges to alleviate the needs of the homeless and vulnerably housed. Run by volunteers, all income is distributed between Oxford homeless agencies chosen annually. Individual applications are considered. Administration costs are met by specific contributions from Oxford businesses.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that total income increased by approximately 28% to £78,664.51 in 2024, while total expenditure was £77,496.33, resulting in a net surplus. The charity reports having no staff or premises and minimal maintenance costs of £1,258.75, with unrestricted reserves (closing bank balance) increasing to £3,033.69.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- PATRICK MULVIHILLchair
- DEBORAH JANE CEADEL
- Kathleen Mary Huntley
- Margaret Elizabeth MOVSHON
- Paul Tomasz Armstrong
- Rev Mary Sandra Gurr
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £42k | £45k |
| 31/12/2024 | £79k | £77k |
| 31/12/2023 | £62k | £65k |
| 31/12/2022 | £56k | £54k |
| 31/12/2021 | £72k | £72k |
Common questions
Is OXFORD POVERTY ACTION financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that total income increased by approximately 28% to £78,664.51 in 2024, while total expenditure was £77,496.33, resulting in a net surplus. The charity reports having no staff or premises and minimal maintenance costs of £1,258.75, with unrestricted reserves (closing bank balance) increasing to £3,033.69. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.