Oxfam Publications

General Information about Oxfam ----------------------------------------​--- In 1942 The Oxford Committee for Famine Relief was set up. Oxfam works with other agencies to overcome poverty and suffering. They are an independent organisation and registered as a charity. Their team involves volunteers, supporters and staff of many nationalities. Oxfam really is a global movement brought about to build a just and safer world. Raising money ------------------ Oxfam raises money in sereral ways: charity shops, events, donations etc. They are one of the best known charities in the UK and raise a lot ... more

In my small minded opinion I have been in a few charity shops, and as a rule I have always found oxfam to be the most expensive. I know that they do a lot of good work for Africa, and some other poorer nations. We have four oxfams in Sheffield. Three are very expensive, and there's a smaller one on the Moor in the city centre which pricewise seems to be more reasonable. In terms of goods, there is a lot. Books a plenty, pictures that are usually prints that start at around £10. As most stuff is donated I have always believed if they knocked there prices down, their profits would go up. I ... more