Jade Ashmore selected for Team GB
Jade Ashmore, Ladies 45kg boxer and RGF grantee is selected for Team GB – Jade is also in the running for the Commonwealth Games Gold Coast Team in 2018 – Watch this space!!
Category: News
Megan’s continued successes
Megan Williams dad has just been in touch to update us on Megan’s continued successes. At the end of May 2017 she was once again selected to represent Wadokai England in Sardinia later in the year and Megan has also just passed her jkf 1st Dan Black belt. Well done to Megan!!
Louise’s ‘surreal’ experience in Kazakhstan
A grant to Louise Adams allowed her to play for the GB Universities’ team at the BUCS World Winter Games in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Louise, aged 21, attends Essex University and plays Ice Hockey for Senior Ladies, Team GB. She says: “These photos are from the trip which you made possible! I had an amazing time and … Continued
New Patron for RGF
We were delighted when Michael J Fitch, the renowned magician, accepted our invitation to become a Patron of the Rob George Foundation. Michael joins Graham Gooch, the distinguished cricketer, who has lent his support as a Patron since the Foundation’s early days.
Fundraising by Persimmon Homes
Persimmon Homes has helped enormously in raising funds for the RGF. Watch the video to find out more.
Swimathon for the RGF
Thanks go to everyone who took part in our recent swimathon, which took place in August 2016. We hope you enjoy watching our video.
Second Annual RGF Golf Day
On 2 June 2016 a group of intrepid golfers braved the English summer and played in the Rob George Foundation Second Annual Golf day, which was organised for us by Andrew Duley at the St James Place Wealth Management Group. The Direct Meats’ BBQ outside was swiftly moved into the kitchen at Colchester Golf Club … Continued
Half a million!
We are delighted to announce that half a million pounds has been raised for the Rob George Foundation.
Kent Blaxill – Keeeep Biking…for the RGF!
Four colleagues from Kent Blaxill share a passion for cycling and decided to tackle the most mountainous sections of the classic Tour de France challenge – in aid of the RGF. This lovely photo is of the team proudly presenting their amazing £2,000 total. (Left to right) Kevin Pryke, James Park, Simon Blaxill (Managing Director), … Continued
September Raffle Prize Winners
Here are the winners and sponsors of The Rob George Foundation Raffle, which was held in September 2015: 1 week’s stay in France (KS Gites) – A. Sainty 6 week pilates course (Jo Hockey Pilates & Fitness) – S. Sismey Beauty face treatment + 1 touch therapy (Treat Skincare Therapy) – C. Foster Back, neck … Continued
Transition time for Gemma Kersey
Gemma – supported by the RGF – is now aged 23 and we all have our fingers crossed that the massive commitment Gemma has demonstrated will see her succeed on the senior circuit. One of our Trustees, David Cant (shown right in photo), recently met Gemma to present her grant, and her snazzy RGF T-shirt. … Continued
Young Musician from Harlow is on her way
Alexandra Pereira is 10 years old and with a joint grant from the Annabel and Gerald Malton Charitable Fund and The Rob George Foundation she will be able to take up her place at the prestigious Purcell School of Music in London this September. The photo shows Alexandra with her Mum, Lana. How proud must … Continued