Univ. Old Members' Trust

The Trust funds means-tested bursaries and hardship grants for undergraduates and graduates, with a strong focus on widening participation. It supports underrepresented groups through programmes such as the Univ Beacon Bursaries, covering living costs, internships, and outreach activities. Geographically, the Trust's work is centred on Oxfordshire and the diverse international cohort of Univ students. Its cause areas include education, poverty, and ethnic minorities, reflecting a commitment to removing financial barriers and promoting inclusivity within the University College community.

The Trust provides financial support exclusively to current or prospective students of University College, Oxford. It prioritises students from underrepresented backgrounds, including Black African/Caribbean, Bangladeshi/Pakistani, Gypsy/Roma/Traveller, care-experienced, refugee, and asylum-seeking students. Support is means-tested and aimed at widening participation. The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications from external charities, and funding is directed through the college's student support processes.

The Trust does not fund external charities or organisations, nor does it support unrestricted core costs or projects that are not directly aligned with the educational goals of University College, Oxford. It also excludes general charity support and any activities outside the college's immediate student community.

The Trust works closely with the college to identify and support students in need, typically through the college's student financial aid mechanisms. It does not accept unsolicited applications, and funding is awarded on a means-tested basis. The Trust's alumni-driven governance ensures that grants are targeted to remove financial barriers and promote academic excellence among Univ students.