In November, our friends and supporters, Liz and Mark Webber, kindly organised a special fundraising dinner supporting the Rob George Foundation. Inspired by their experience at our golf day in 2022, Liz and Mark turned a simple dinner into a wonderful act of generosity. In this setting, a group of friends got together, each contributing … Continued
Regularly, we are asked to support grantees to fund driving lessons to assist them in learning to drive to get their life back on course. Sam’s mum, Jackie, has been in touch to highlight what a difference the RGF’s support has made to Sam. She told us: “Sam, my 18-year-old son was diagnosed with lung … Continued
The Movement for Good Awards is an annual platform for giving, set up by all the businesses that make up the Benefact Group (our insurance brokers WRS in Colchester are part of the group and want to support us). The platform is their opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of the people … Continued
Steve Loader is not only a Business Manager at Barclays and a dedicated father to two wonderful children, Macie and Tyler, but he is now adding marathon running to that list, all for the Rob George Foundation. Steve pursues his fitness goals at Iceni Training in Hythe with 1 to 6 small group personal training. … Continued
Dancer and RGF grantee, Millie, has shared her exciting news with us. “It brings me so much joy to share an update with you all at The Rob George Foundation. When I first applied for a grant from the RGF I cited my future goals to be securing a pantomime and cruise contract. At the … Continued
Back in August we shared Lucy’s video with you, explaining that, with support from the RGFshe was about to represent GB at the 6th World Deaf Swimming Championship in Argentina. Well, she did us proud! We’ll leave Lucy to tell us all about it. She told us: “I’m now back from Buenos Aires, and I’m … Continued
RGF Patron and England batter, Tammy Beaumont has won a most prestigious award. Regular supporters of the RGF will know that Tammy’s support for the RGF is very special. Tammy and Rob were good friends at Loughborough University. They used to meet regularly in the Students Union bar or on the dance floor. Tammy was … Continued
Well, the feedback has been unanimous; a truly fantastic evening enjoyed by all. A near sell-out attendance, the Rob George Foundation/Colchester & East Essex Cricket Club Ball did not disappoint – wonderfully MC’d by Michael J Fitch at his best, Jupiter Ray hitting all the right notes, and, to cap it all a truly outstanding … Continued
With just over 24 hours before the Charity Summer Ball’s Silent Auction closes, we have had five more lots, all kindly donated by none other than England cricket legend, Joe Root There are now 38 lots. They present a great opportunity to treat yourself or loved ones to something really special; perhaps a Christmas or … Continued
The RGF Golf Day 2023 was another great success. The challenging weather conditionsfailed to dampen proceedings, and a great time was had by all. Thanks to the generosity ofthe players, guests, and sponsors, a very impressive £3,367 was raised. Congratulations to this year’s winners of the coveted RGF Trophy, Adrian Livesley, and his team. Pip … Continued
The Rob George Foundation has been delighted to support a young leukaemia sufferer from North Wales. Lauren has had a terrible time and has had to endure a period in the critical care unit due to complications associated with her treatment. As a result, she faces extensive reconstruction surgery which could be life-changing. The Foundation … Continued
Bought your ticket yet? – don’t miss out! Fortunately, there are still a few tickets left, but they are going very quickly. We hope that you’ll be able to come and join us at the Ball on Friday 29th September 2023for what will be a great night of entertainment, but the clock is ticking so … Continued