Sporting Legends Supporting RGF

It’s been quite a week for the RGF, who have received amazing support from four sporting legends. On Tuesday evening, former England cricket captains Graham Gooch and John Emburey hosted an exclusive dinner at Milsoms in Colchester for 19 invited guests and entertained them with tales of their playing days. Graham is a patron of … Continued

Graham Gooch and John Emburey
Laura, Andy and Rachel

Rambling for Rob – 3 Peaks Challenge

Congratulations to Laura, Andy and Rachel on completing this amazing challenge for the RGF. £1080.14 raised by amazing family, friends and supporters of the RGF. Well done!!  

Warren – off to the Special Olympics 2019

Rob would have been immensely proud to have played a tiny part in this extraordinary young mans journey. Good luck in Abu Dhabi Warren. The Rgf is cheering you, and all the competitors on, all the way!!

Introducing Serena, another rising star supported by the RGF

My name is Serena, age 15 from Norfolk. I am an aspiring athlete who competes in both track & field events on County, Regional & National level. Being a sprinter my main track events are 60m, 100m, 200m & 300m where I have maintained county champion for all 4 events for the past 3 years. … Continued

Update from grantee Zinzile Tshuma

We received a wonderful letter from grantee Zinzile Tshuma last week. She said: “Just a note to bring you up to date with my third year at Bird College… which I could not have done without your kind support. It has been a rollercoaster of hard work, and I hope I have passed all of … Continued

Make A Smile Lottery

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has signed up for our new make a smile lottery bringing a much-valued income for The RGF. You will be making such a difference together, by playing the lottery regularly! Not a member? Find out more here.

Libbie’s going for Bronze!

A message from Libbie’s family: “Just wanted to thank The Rob George Foundation for their kind donation. Libbie was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in January 2017 and had 6 months of intensive chemotherapy followed by tablet chemotherapy which she will take until March 2019. She’s responded very well to treatment and is so positive, … Continued

Jordan in the gym

Making a difference for Jordan

Making a difference – one individual at a time. Read on! – “A big thank you to the Rob George Foundation for giving my son, Jordan, the opportunity to get back into the gym in the comfort of his own home. In October 2016 Jordan discovered he had osteosarcoma in his knee. In March 2017 … Continued

Helping Philippa hit her Olympic target

The RGF supports aspiring Archery Olympian – 21 year old Philippa Taylor (Pip), from Derby is the senior outdoor National Champion, junior 3 time national champion, holding 9 national records and achieved international team silver medal success on her debut outing with Team GB juniors in 2014. Pip’s ultimate goal is to represent Great Britain … Continued

Archer Philippa Taylor in action

Harry’s driving success

A Mum’s special message to the RGF – “I wanted to share my son’s story with you. Harry has just turned 18 and to his and the family’s absolute horror, in August 2017 was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Harry has been through a torrid time, with x-rays, biopsies and then the dreaded chemotherapy treatment. Physically … Continued

St Andrew’s University Fundraiser

A huge thank you to St. Andrew’s University CC who have posted this message to us on FB today:- “We are proud to announce that after some very final tallying and last minute donations that our total amount raised from the Seagullian Ball for The Rob George Foundation on 3rd November 2017 is £1021.00! Thank … Continued

St Andrews Uni fundraiser holding cheque

Anniversary Ball Tickets and Silent Auction

It’s not too late to book tickets for our 4th Anniversary ball – just take a look at the fantastic evening we have planned! – but if they can’t make it please take a look at the Silent Auction Lots and make advance bids ?

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