News and Updates

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

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

We are delighted to announce that we have just launched our Annual Review & Financial Statement 2022-2023, our ninth year of operation. We strongly recommend that you take a look and see for yourselves what a positive difference the RGF continues to make to so many young people across the UK. Everyone associated with the … Continued

We hope that you’ll be able to come and join the Ball on Friday 29th September 2023. In any case, please take a look at the online auction. There are some fabulous opportunities to bid for a wide range of items kindly donated by our supporters and friends. Whether you can be there on the … Continued

Hosted by Givergy, you can now access the online  RGF/Colchester & East Essex Cricket Club Ball Silent Auction and view all the fabulous lots ranging from holidays to Fortnum and Mason hampers, all kindly donated by our sponsors and supporters. Just to remind you, the ball will take place in the glorious surroundings of Le … Continued

We are delighted to announce that Rob’s Big Walk 2023, that took place on Sunday 11 June,and kindly organised by Ellisons Solicitors, has raised over £2k for the RGF! Philip George, Chairman of Trustees, said: “Once again we are so grateful to Team Ellisonsfor organising this popular RGF fundraising event. On what was undoubtedly the … Continued