The RGF provides a grant to Athlete Megan Larkins

The Rob George Foundation provides a grant to Megan Larkins – 20 year-old athlete, Megan, is from Braintree, Essex. She is currently ranked 3rd in the UK U23’s for hammer throw, and with the help of the RGF was able to buy new equipment to facilitate her training and help her develop as an athlete. … Continued

Athlete Megan Larkins - Hammer
Lucy Turner, International heptathlete

Exciting news from the family of RGF grantee, Emma

“We are delighted to be sharing the fantastic news that Emma has been offered a place on the British Canoeing World Class Programme 2019. It has been an incredible year for Emma competing in both Marathon and Sprint canoeing in her final year as a junior kayaker. The support from the Rob George Foundation has … Continued

Emma winning canoeing event
Nathan shooting arrow at archery charity event

Nathan’s shooting high for the RGF

A big well done and even bigger thank you to Nathan and his family and friends for organising a 24-hour charity shoot to raise funds for the RGF. We’re reliably informed that they had great fun and in doing so raised an amazing £725. Nathan’s family told us: “We are so happy to give back … Continued

A Heartfelt thank you from the RGF to Amy’s mum, Pam

In September 2017 Amy was diagnosed with a brain tumour. As a consequence of her illness Amy struggled with her mobility, vision and speech. Earlier this year the RGF awarded Amy a grant for some Art Therapy sessions. Amy loved art and these sessions helped her, and her family, cope with her illness. Amy shared … Continued

Amy's Art - sunflower table
Dylans Super Gran Pam

Dylan’s ‘Super Gran’ raises funds for the RGF

Even when Dylan applied for his RGF grant it was clear that he had an amazingly supportive mum and grandma at his side. We recall being impressed at the time that Dylan still runs with his grandma on occasions. Dylan’s mum, Sarah, told us that as soon as Super Gran (Pam) heard that the RGF … Continued

Award win for RGF grantee Dylan

Earlier this year the RGF supported Dylan to enable him to train and develop at one of the best basketball academies in the UK, the John Madejski Academy. So, imagine our pride and joy when we heard that Dylan was recently awarded the Newham Council Youth Achievement Award for Sports. Before moving to Reading Dylan … Continued

Dylan with his Youth Achievement Award for Sports
Christmas Tree for Rob 2019

This years “Tree for Rob” is up and twinkling

This years “Tree for Rob” is up and twinkling – if you are in Colchester this weekend please visit the Lion Walk URC Christmas Tree festival and take a peek up close and personal. I think Rob would have approved?!!

Dylan’s chance to shine

Dylan’s chance to shine – this is the first year that the RGF has supported Dylan. Their support has enabled Dylan to move from Newham, London to one of the best basketball academies in the UK. Dylan trialled along with a number of boys from Europe and was successful in gaining one of the handful … Continued

Dylan playing Basketball
Leanza sprinting on running track

Leanza’s looking ahead to 2019

“Thanks to the Rob George Foundation for all their support in helping me compete in my 100m & 200m events. 2018 has been a blessing. Now preparing for my 2019 season with bigger ambitions and this would not have been possible without your support – thank you!“ Looking forward to hearing all about it, Leanza.

Howzat! A lovely update from cricket grantee, Chloe

“A big massive thank you for your generous donations helping me to fulfil my dreams and play for the England U17 indoor cricket team in New Zealand. We arrived on 26th September and came home Sunday 7th October. We played against New Zealand, Australia and South Africa and although we didn’t win any games I … Continued

Chloe playing indoor Cricket for England under 17s
Rebecca wearing her two Karate medals

An update from Karate grantee, Rebecca

“Thank you for all your support over the last year, I’m delighted to tell you that I’ve been selected to represent the Northern Regional Squad at the Battle of the Teams in Rotterdam on the 1st of December. I’m delighted to let you all know that recently I competed at the North of England Championships … Continued

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