Charity, RAG & Volunteering

Oxford students are active in a variety of charitable areas and there are many opportunities for interested students to get involved in some pro bono activities and donate some of their time and talents in charitible activity. Please explore the opportunities below. For further information or if you have any questions please contact your VP (Charities and Community) - charities@ousu.org

Watch the video about charitable activity in oxford.

Here is the report on common room giving to charity - take a look. Please address any queries to charities@ousu.org

Oxford RAG

Oxford RAG is the central charitable fundraising arm of OUSU. RAG stands for 'Raise and Give' and has been raising money for a wide range of good causes in universities for over 100 years. The Oxford RAG has a fantastic spirit and the 'raggies' get a lot out of organising a range of entertainment events. Want to join the fun? come to meetings on Monday at 5pm in OUSU or in click on the logo to find out more!

Interested in RAG Dodgeball - get your form here                           

                                      Environment and Ethics Committee

The OUSU Environment and Ethics Committee is one of the most active and popular campaigning groups in Oxford.  They meet every Thursday at 5.30pm in the OUSU offices to work on college, university, Oxford and nationwide campaigns. Email Daniel (E&E officer): eande@ousu.org or Mae Penner (E&E chair): eandechair@ousu.org for more info.

The Oxford HUB

The Oxford Hub is the focal point for charitable activity at Oxford University, connecting students with causes - whether local, national, or international. It's the place to go to get involved in charitable, volunteer and socially entrepreneurial activities, and for up-to-date information on socially-minded events, careers, international development and training.

Careers Service

Oxford University Careers Service is one of the best equipped in the country and its facilities are available to all students of the University, including for up to four years after they leave. We are determined to help all students, whatever their career interests may be, and can provide guidance and information about Charitable, Social Enterprise, Humanitarian, Development and Voluntary sectors.