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We’re so proud to acknowledge over ten years of the Rob George Foundation and the incredible support it’s provided to more than 1,600 young people across the UK! Next May marks the tenth anniversary of our largest fundraising event – the unforgettable John O’Groats to Land’s End (JOGLE) cycle ride, where sixteen dedicated riders raised … Continued
Rob’s Big Walk 2024 took place on Sunday 11th August. Again, kindly organised by Ellisons Solicitors, we are delighted to confirm that this ever-popular annual event raised circa £2k! Pip George, Chairman of Trustees, said: “Once again, our thanks go to Team Ellisons, ably led by Chris Harvey, for organising this popular RGF fundraising event. … Continued
After nine gruelling days of walking and many blisters, RGF Trustee Glen made it to the end of the Thames Path, having covered 195.2 miles and 450.6k steps. Starting from the source of the river near Kemble in Gloucestershire, Glen tracked the river right the way to the Thames Barrier, passing through a number of … Continued
How about this! “Hello! My name is Liane; I’m the mum of Max, who is 3 years old. I just want to say a massive thank you to the Rob George Foundation!! You awarded us a grant for an iPad for Max. Max is absolutely in his element with his new iPad. It has made … Continued
RGF grantee, Erin, represented Northern Ireland on Double MIni Trampoline at the Scalibuscup in Santarém Portugal, back in July as part of the Northern Ireland trampoline squad. She qualified for the finals in fifth place out of over 80 competitors from around the world and finished eighth overall which was an amazing result for this … Continued
Rob’s love of golf is well documented, so it comes as no surprise that the annual RGF Golf Day occupies an incredibly special place in our fundraising diary. As with previous years, The RGF Golf Day 2024 did not disappoint. The weather was kind, and everyone had a great day of golf and comradery. Thanks … Continued
As updates go, this is quite cool! Telemark skier Jasmin Taylor (Jaz) has been in touch to share the wonderful news that she is Overall World Cup Champion 2024 and Sprint World Cup Champion 2024. Not only that, but she is also currently ranked number one in the world in the general standings and sprint … Continued
We recently shared George’s inspiring story of resilience and determination. After battling severe aplastic anaemia, which took away his ability to play sports, George has made it his mission each year to take on a physical challenge to prove he’s stronger than ever. This year, he set his sights on a nonstop 450km cycle ride … Continued
The photo says it all! Trustee, David Cant, said: “All of us at the RGF are so proud of Lewis. Not only did he win an Olympic Bronze Medal, but throughout his whole Paris Olympic experience, he conducted himself with such dignity and respect for others. So many times, he referenced Colchester and all the … Continued
We are delighted to announce that we have just launched our Annual Review & Financial Statement 2023-2024 our tenth year of operation. We strongly recommend that you take a look and see for yourselves what a positive difference the RGF continues to make to so many young people across the UK. Everyone associated with the … Continued
There are so many ways the Rob George Foundation can make a difference to the lives of young people across the UK. Arabella’s mum, Jess, approached us for a grant in April. She informed us that following her diagnosis of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia, Arabella had subsequently had a nasty fall, and due to the impact … Continued
With the Paris 2024 Olympic starting next Friday we thought we’d proudly shine the spotlight on Zak Perzamanos who along with Lewis Richardson, is RGF’s second grantee attending the games. Zak took the time to share with us his story. “In 2015, the Rob George Foundation helped fund my attendance at the World Age Group … Continued