ODS Launches Year-Long Partnership with Sobell House Hospice

ODS has proudly named Sobell House Hospice as its Charity of the Year for 2025, kicking off the partnership with a £500 donation to support the hospice’s compassionate care for people with life-limiting illnesses across Oxfordshire. 

The donation was personally handed over by ODS team member Vincent Floyd, who nominated the charity, to Beth Marsh, Director of Fundraising at Sobell House. The pair met to discuss the hospice’s vital work and how the funds raised by ODS will help support patients and their families. 

Sobell House Hospice, based on the Churchill Hospital site, provides expert care and emotional support to people at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives. With strong community roots and a reputation for outstanding care, the hospice was the clear winner in a staff vote at ODS to choose this year’s charity partner. 

“As a locally owned company, supporting Oxfordshire communities is at the heart of what we do,” said Simon Howick, Managing Director at ODS. 

“Amongst my favourite moments in leading ODS are those where staff ideas turn into action. Supporting Sobell House was an initiative led by our team, and we’re proud to back a cause that means so much to so many across the county.” 

ODS has set a fundraising target of £10,000 to be raised over the next 12 months and is encouraging staff, and the wider community, to get involved. 

From team challenges and bake sales to raffles and sponsored events, ODS will be hosting and supporting a range of fundraising activities throughout the year. Members of the public and local businesses are invited to contribute in any way they can. Anyone wishing to support the campaign can do so by visiting the ODS Just Giving page to donate. 

Together, we can help ensure Sobell House Hospice continues to offer its essential, life-affirming care to people across Oxfordshire.