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2012 Victorian Evening - The Victoria Foundation is working in partnership with the Richmond Business and Retail Association
The Victoria Foundation is delighted to be working in partnership with the Richmond Business and Retail Association to make the 2012 Victorian Evening bigger and better than in 2011. In order for this to happen we need YOU to PLEDGE your support NOW. For further details contact Lorna Votier on 020 8332 1792 or by email at l.votier@thevictoriafoundation.org.uk.
See details about the Victorian Evening 2011
March 2012 - The Victoria Foundation is Charity of the Year for the Sainsbury's Local in Richmond
The Victoria Foundation is delighted to be chosen as charity of the year by for the new Sainsbury's Local store in Richmond and to be presented with a cheque for £1000. The funds will go to our Special Wheels Appeal where we are aiming to raise £54,000 to provide a fully accessible mini-bus which will help many members of the local community who are unable to access conventional transport. See further details
January 2012 - The Victoria Foundation is thebestofrichmond's Charity of the Year
The Victoria Foundation is delighted to be chosen by thebestofrichmond as their Charity of the Year and to receive £630 thanks to a networking event organised by thebestofrichmond which champions recommended independent businesses in the borough through a dynamic local website and Buy Local campaign. The money was raised at a networking evening held at Moidul’s Rawalpindi Indian restaurant in Twickenham. Over 50 people attended - each an owner or representative of a business based in the borough of Richmond - to network with friends and business contacts, both old and new. Nick Taimitarha, who runs thebestofrichmond, commented: "As a charity firmly rooted in Richmond borough, The Victoria Foundation is a perfect fit for us so it was a natural choice to receive our support this year. Look out for several great fundraising events throughout the year". See further details
2nd December 2011 - The Victorian Evening in Richmond
The Victorian Foundation was delighted to bring the Victorian Evening back to Richmond after a ten year break. The event was as popular as ever and large crowds turned out to enjoy the fun filled evening. There was a great party atmosphere with people enjoying festive favourites from mulled wine and mince pies to Punch and Judy and much more. Queen Victoria was marvellous and the carriage parade did not disappoint those who patiently waited for it to come along George Street.
A big thank you to all those who generously sponsored the event, advertised in the souvenir programme, donated raffle prize items, who volunteered at the event and of course to those who came and supported the evening. See more details
11th November 2011 - Black Tie Dinner and Dance Black Tie Dinner at Warren House
The Legends of Swing event took place on Friday 11th November within the beautiful setting of Warren House. Ray Lowe provided excellent entertainment with all-time classics. The evening proved a huge success with fundraising on the night raising over £2,500. Thank you to those who generously donated prize items and to the guests who attended the event.
November 1st 2011 - Funny Women Comedy Charity Challenge at Cannizaro House
After the success of our first comedy challenge in partnership with Funny Women, at the Bingham Hotel in November last year, we decided to do it again! Five women from all walks of life were given just weeks to write and perfect their own stand-up routine with the help of professional comics. Each of the Challengers performed brilliantly and asked their friends and contacts to sponsor them for taking up this challenge! The event has raised over £3,500. Thank you to all those who generously donated raffle prizes, attended the event, to the team at Funny Women and of course the five fabulous challengers.
September 25th 2011 - 5k Fun Run in Cannizaro Park
Our first fun run started from the beautiful Cannizaro Park went through Wimbledon Common before finishing at Cannizaro House. The run attracted a wide range of people from professional runners, to families running as a group, and long term friends some who walked the route. The sun was shining and a brilliant time was had by all. The event has raised over £3000 with funds still coming in. A huge thank you to Heather Waghorn from HA Fitness, Julie Eltham from Athena South London, and Isabel Hargreaves from Cannizaro House who were passionate about the race. Congratulations to Angie Davies from Pink Frog Creative for coming first!
September 22nd 2011 - Supporters Reception at Ham Polo Club
On 22nd September, nearly 200 guests attended our Annual Supporter Reception at the exclusive Ham Polo Club (www. This very popular event is an opportunity for the charity to thank those who have generously supported our work and invite others who might be interested in getting involved in the future. The audience heard from those we help and just how much their support can help tp improve lives. Thank you to HSBC and Hamptons International for their generous sponsorship.
September 2011
Our Annual Supporter reception will be held once again at the fabulous Ham Polo Club on 22nd September 2011. Please email ENQUIRIES if you would like to attend.
July 2011
The Victoria Foundation is delighted to once again be the local charity partner of the Funny Women Awards Showcase at the Orange Tree Theatre on 3rd July. Tickets £12.50 (£10) - see more details.
A huge thank you to Hamptons International for their continued sponsorship.
For tickets please contact the Orange Tree Theatre BOOKING NOW
April 2011
Meet Lorna Votier, Development Director at The Victoria Foundation on Stand 1 at the Richmond Business Expo on 12th April 2011 at the Twickenham Stadium. She will be delighted to tell you more about how we are helping to improve many lives and how you could get involved and help to improve many more lives. For further information Richmond Business Expo or contact Lorna Votier on 0208 332 1792 or by email Lorna Votier.
March 2011
The Great Wall Challenge Team have successfully completed their five day trek on sections of the wall and in doing so they have raised over £57,000! To find out more about this fantastic achievement see our blog and Sponsor the team. If you are interested in receiving details on our future challenge events please email ENQUIRIES.
February 2011
On 5th February our Great Wall Challenge team are organising The Scarlet Ball at Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club. We are delighted that HSBC, Savills, Felton Pumphrey and Fisher Meredith are sponsoring this event and to have Jeni Barnett as our host and William Rouse from Chiswick Auctions to act as auctioneer for the evening. Please see our EVENTS page for further details.
January 2011
After the two sell out Funny Women shows at the Orange Tree Theatre in 2010 The Foundation is delighted to again be the charity partner of this show on 23rd January 2011. Please see our EVENTS page for further details and to book.
November 2010
On 17th November 2010 our Kilimanjaro Challenge Team - Dave Weston, Jean Burman, and Neil Wynn-Jones and leader Mike Laing, successfully reached the summit of Kilimanjaro and through doing so have raised over £19,000. For further details please see their Kilimanjaro Challenge blog. If you are interested in joining one of our challenge teams please email ENQUIRIES.
November 2010
The Foundation is delighted to again be the charity partner of Funny Women for the Funny Women In Business Challenge at the Bingham Hotel on 23rd November 2010. Please see our EVENTS page for further details and to book. We are delighted that Gabby Logan is hosting the event and Hamptons International, Cydesdale Bank, NatWest and Rowberry Morris are sponsoring this event.
September 2010
Our first annual supporter reception will be help at Ham Polo Club on 15th September 2010. Please email ENQUIRIES ENQUIRIES if you would like to attend.
February 2010
The Foundation is delighted to be the beneficiary charity of the S L Privee 2010 Fashion Show on 16th March at ParVinu in St Margaret’s. Please see our EVENTS page for further details and to book.
January 2010
After the sell out Funny Women show at the Orange Tree Theatre this month The Foundation is delighted to again be the charity which will receive a donation from the proceeds of the Funny Women Awards Showcase on 24th June 2010. Please see our EVENTS page for further details and to book.
December 2009
The Foundation is delighted to be the beneficiary charity of a Whiskey and Games Night - Boys Night - on Friday 5th March 2010 at Warren House in Kingston. There will be a charity auction to win golf at Wentworth and also a chance to win a Porsche for a weekend! Please see our EVENTS page for further details and to book.
November 2009
The Foundation is delighted to be the beneficiary charity of a Funny Women Comedy Evening on Sunday 31st January 2010 at the Orange Tree Theatre in Richmond. EVENT SOLD OUT
March 2009
The NVMF agrees to pledge £165,196 to The Thames Community Foundation to support local voluntary and community groups whose activities meet the NVMF’s charitable objectives. The fund which will be set up in the NVMF’s name will attract a match funding of £165,196 creating a total fund of £330,392.
October 2008
The NVMF receives a cheque for £64,000 from a wonderfully generous donor.
September 2008
The NVFMF takes on the services of a part time fundraiser.
May 2008
RAKAT takes delivery of a brand new 15 seater bus named ‘Victoria’.
February 2008
The NVMF partners RAKAT in providing a brand new, specially adapted fifteen seater bus for use by local voluntary and community groups based within the boroughs of Richmond and Kingston.
December 2007
The NVMF reaches agreement with The London Clinic to receive referrals.
July 2007
The NVMF partners Caudwell Children to provide mobility aids for children suffering from cerebral palsy.
May 2007
Purchase of St David’s House as home of The NVMF.
March 2007
Sale of The New Victoria Hospital & birth of The Victoria Foundation.
