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All I want for Christmas is… To win £5,000 in the make a smile lottery Super Draw! This guaranteed prize is up for grabs on top of all the other weekly prizes, so the odds are definitely in your favour! Please click on the link below to buy your tickets AND help support The Rob … 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
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
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
Rob’s close friend and RFG Trustee, Glen Dobbs, is attempting to walk from the source of the River Thames (near Cirencester, Gloucestershire) to the mouth where it meets the North Sea in Grain, Kent, over 9 consecutive days. The ‘Source to Sea’ journey will take him along the entirety of the Thames Path National Trail … Continued
Our wonderful grantee Brontë Pendleton has completed her ‘Parachuting for Pennies for Pirouettes’ skydive fundraiser in support of The Rob George Foundation! Brontë, currently in her graduation year at Renaissance Arts Conservatoire in Leeds, is studying Professional Dance and Musical Theatre. The Rob George Foundation has provided Brontë with financial assistance through grants towards her … Continued
He had severe aplastic anaemia, which took away his ability to play sports. Every year since then, George has aimed to do a physical challenge to show he’s stronger than before he got ill. This year, George is taking on a cycling challenge from London to Paris in one day without stopping – 450km in … Continued
They say that a picture is worth a thousand words; in this case, it is worth more than two thousand pounds. In fact, £2,803.28 was raised by Steve Loader, who ran this year’s London Marathon for The Rob George Foundation. Steve shared with us, “The London Marathon is the toughest event I have taken part … Continued
Just over a week ago, we witnessed Steve’s journey unfold as he conquered the Colchester Half Marathon, a significant milestone on his path to the TCS London Marathon next month, all in support of The Rob George Foundation. With the guidance of Michal Ruth, who crafted a tailored training strategy, and the expertise of Tom … Continued
Embarking on the London Marathon demands more than just physical training; it requires a meticulous approach to nutrition. Recognising the crucial role of fuelling his body for peak performance, Steve Loader has sought the expertise of Tom McLure, a trusted Sports Nutritionist. Here’s a glimpse into Tom’s insights on marathon fuelling ahead of Steve’s London … Continued
This is the top Steve Loader will proudly wear as he runs the London Marathon 2024 for the Rob George Foundation. Steve is actively seeking business sponsors who will receive well deserved recognition with a logo on the running top and be acknowledged across social media platforms. If you are interested in sponsoring Steve, you … Continued