How can members make a difference in Chipping Norton?
13 Oct 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Chipping Norton is a generous, tight-knit community committed to helping each other thrive.
But, with the support of our network of local members, we believe we can achieve even more.
Join this in-person event to share your ideas and inspiration on ways we can do good together to make an even bigger difference in your community.
At the event you’ll:
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See how the Doing Good Together Fund connects with the great work already happening locally.
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Hear inspiring stories about the many ways we’re already supporting local organisations.
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Discover practical ways you can get involved through member volunteering to give something back.
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Meet our store colleagues, elected members and community team.
Our Speakers
Emma Kennedy
CEO, The Branch Trust
Emma works to build networks to bring much-needed resources to the town. At the outbreak of Covid-19 she arranged for meals to be donated then distributed to those in need. She has led The Branch Trust in raising £5 million to renovate The Branch, including a significant grant from The Midcounties Co-operative, and The Branch Trust’s work has been honoured with High Sheriff and Hero of West Oxfordshire Awards.
Verity Fifer
Head of Fundraising, Lawrence Nurses
Following a varied career, Verity joined Lawrence Nurses in December 2014 and is responsible for all aspects of fundraising, marketing, social media and communications, as well as managing a core group of 10 volunteers.
The Branch, 16 Market Place, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7 5NA