Latest News and Events

Scholarship news – Jake wins Gold!

10th June 2018

Massive congratulations to Jake who won gold recently for Great Britain at the European Junior Rowing Championships in France in the double sculls.  He and teamate James Cartwright are European Champions.  We are extremely proud of you Jake.

Woodham Walter Primary School’s “Inspirational Day”

What a fantastic example this sets to young children. Educating them about role models whilst supporting a local charity.  We are delighted that you chose the DRF for this experience, and appreciate your fund-raising efforts. The children of Woodham Walter...

Scholarship news – Lewis

We caught up with his mum and she said "I can't put into words how much he is enjoying this and he is looking forward to receiving a drivers club jacket which everyone gets when they are in the Championship....

Maldon Mud Race

A fantastic event supporting local charities. It takes substantial dedication to put this event on year on year, and we are grateful to the Maldon Mud Race organising committee for their continued support.

Photos from Nathan’s Charity Ball

10th May 2018

Three of our Trustees, Sue, Sarah and Andrew, attended Nathan's Ball along with some Ambassadors.  They were delighted to have been able to share Nathan's 21st birthday celebrations.  Thanks to Nathan and his family for inviting the DRF.  

Rowing scholar Jake wins bronze!

9th May 2018

We are very proud of Jake.  He represented Great Britain in Munich at the weekend, and he and his teammates won bronze in the quad rowing.  Jake is third from the right in the top photo.  

News on our scholar Lewis

28th April 2018

Lewis recently competed in first karting championship and we've received this report from his mum. "In the qualifying race Lewis secured himself 6th place out of 12 on the grid which was brilliant and he was really pleased for himself....

Date for your diary – East London Cabbies Outing to Maldon – 4th July 2018

16th April 2018

The DRF is delighted to be associated with this fantastic event, now in its 65th year. It is anticipated that around 80 East London cabbies will donate their time free of charge and drive underprivileged and disabled children to Maldon...

Our other 2018 Scholar – Jake – makes the GB squad!

We are excited to learn that Jake has been selected to represent Great Britain at the Munich Junior Regatta on 5th/6th May 2018.

Meet our 2018 Scholar – Lewis

We would like to wish Lewis all the best with his go-karting this year.  We will follow his endeavours and keep you updated.

A few tickets still available to Nathan’s Extravaganza – Friday 4th May 2018

The mum of one of our applicants is organising a charity event to coincide with Nathan’s 21st Birthday, raising funds for the J’s Hospice, The Sick Children’s Trust as well as ourselves. This promises to be a fantastic event. Please...

Nathan’s Extravangza – 4th May 2018

3rd February 2018

The mum of one of our applicants is organising a charity event next year to coincide with Nathan’s 21st Birthday, raising funds for the J’s Hospice, The Sick Children’s Trust as well as ourselves. This promises to be a fantastic...

Come and celebrate our charity’s 5th Birthday

BREAKING NEWS: We are delighted to invite you to join us for the David Randall Foundation 5th anniversary celebration concert on Saturday 17th March in Chelmsford Cathedral, followed by a drinks reception in the Cathedral to celebrate the achievements of...

Karen is flying the flag for the DRF

One of our Ambassadors, Karen Bird, is flying the flag again for the DRF, when she competes in the Colchester Half Marathon on Sunday 25th March 2018. In 2013, she ran the Southend Half Marathon in 2 hours 3 minutes...

Morrison & Foerster Charitable Foundation

30th January 2018

  It’s always nice to get a surprise, and this one is no exception. One of the Partners of this firm came to “Rock up for Randall” over a year ago, because his children were playing in the Felsted Steel...

Santa Fun Run early bird discount ends tonight…..

19th November 2017

But you can still enter anytime between now and Sunday 17th December. Please remember all proceeds are reinvested back into the DRF to enable us to continue providing good days for people in Essex with life limiting conditions. Thank you...

DRF is their Christmas charity – Paul J King Funeral Directors

17th November 2017

Buy a Star and support DRF We are delighted that Maldon funeral directors Paul J King have chosen DRF as their Christmas charity for the second successive year. They have hung stars in their office window which can be purchased...

DRF Christmas Cards

5th November 2017

Bought your Christmas cards yet? DRF has two different designs at a competitive price. Packs of 10 cards are £3.75 3 packs of 10 cards £10. (Extra for posting) Please contact Sue Randall info@davidrandallfoundation.org to order yours

Read all about Rhianna’s epic relay swim across the English Channel

15th October 2017

You may recall that Rhianna Preece swam the English Channel back in the summer as part of a relay team, raising funds for the DRF and the Daniel Wilkinson Foundation in the process. Here is an extract from her diary....

The DRF “Santa Fun Run” returns for its 4th Year – registration open

Click here to register for the Santa Fun Run!

Santa Fun Run 2017 – Enter Now

10th October 2017

5km Santa Fun Run or 3km Reindeer Run & Treasure Hunt Register by Sunday 19th November 2017 to recieve the Early Bird Discount. Child: £8 Adult: £10 Includes your Santa suit To register please click here.

Nathan’s Extravaganza – Friday 4th May 2018

9th October 2017

The mum of one of our applicants is organising a charity event next year to coincide with Nathan’s 21st Birthday, raising funds for the J’s Hospice, The Sick Children’s Trust as well as ourselves. This promises to be a fantastic...

Maldon Mud Race Presentation

6th October 2017

We would like to express our appreciation to the Maldon Mud Race Committee who work tirelessly throughout the year to make this annual event such a success. Thank you for your generous donation.

Award for one of our Scholars -Jake

1st October 2017

One of our 2017 Scholars and a member of Globe Rowing Club, Jake Offiler, received his Jack Petchey award recently. Well done Jake for having your hard work and dedication recognised.

Scholarship Applications open on 1st October 2017

10th September 2017

It’s nearly time for our Scholarship Awards window to open. Have a think about the talented young people you know. Are they demonstrating exceptional passion and dedication in pursuing their ambitions in music or sport but are being held back...

Cricket Veterans “Cricnic” – updated with photos

3rd September 2017

The over fifties cricketers who meet regularly at the indoor school in Chelmsford organised a picnic/cricket game (A cricnic) at Stock Cricket Club recently. The basis of Cricnic is about fun for all with anybody welcome to participate, irrespective of...