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!!
News and Updates
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
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
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
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 ?
4th Anniversary Ball
The Rob George Foundation are very excited to be celebrating our 4th Birthday! We’ll be back at The Hurlingham Club, on Saturday 6th January, for another wonderful evening. Whether you’ve been before, or this will be your first time, we would love to see you there. Tickets and details for the night are in our … Continued
Grand Canyon to Las Vegas – The finishing line
We made it – not sure how – but we did. Team RGF is something very special. Thank you Andy Bolan, Becca Harris, Dave Vaux, Laura Sharp, Elizabeth Hornung and Nigel Hughes, for joining Pip and me on this latest adventure and showing us how to cycle. Lorraine xxx