Meet the Team
The Friends Committee comprises of 12 volunteers including two Co-Chairs, a Vice-Chair, President and Honorary Treasurer. The Committee meets eight times a year to discuss the who, what, why, when and where of running the Charity. At every meeting the Deputy Chief Nurse will present a 'Wishlist' of items which the Committee will decide whether or not to fund. Items range from several pounds to tens of thousands of pounds and each is given equal consideration. Decisions are made during each meeting meaning that waiting times (and red tape) are kept to a minimum. Here is the core team:
Emma Rogers, Co-Chair
"I have been a volunteer since 2013, and there has never been a dull moment in all of those six years. Working in the Cafe has given me the opportunity to work alongside other volunteers while serving patients, visitors and staff. We always look forward to new opportunities and 2019 is turning out to be a great year for us. We are proud to volunteer at this wonderful hospital and I am equally proud to be Co-Chair with Linda."
"I have been a volunteer since 2013, and there has never been a dull moment in all of those six years. Working in the Cafe has given me the opportunity to work alongside other volunteers while serving patients, visitors and staff. We always look forward to new opportunities and 2019 is turning out to be a great year for us. We are proud to volunteer at this wonderful hospital and I am equally proud to be Co-Chair with Linda."
"Linda Wimble, Co-Chair
"I first started volunteering at the hospital in 2009, and since then it has been an absolute privilege to work in Meet & Greet and the Tea Trolley. 2019 represents a milestone for the Friends, not only as we celebrate 84 years of supporting the hospital but also because, since 2008, we have donated just over £2m. We are very proud of our volunteers are super lucky to have them and I couldn't be more proud to be Co-Chair with Emma."
"I first started volunteering at the hospital in 2009, and since then it has been an absolute privilege to work in Meet & Greet and the Tea Trolley. 2019 represents a milestone for the Friends, not only as we celebrate 84 years of supporting the hospital but also because, since 2008, we have donated just over £2m. We are very proud of our volunteers are super lucky to have them and I couldn't be more proud to be Co-Chair with Emma."
Susie Blackwood, Vice Chair
"I have been a volunteer at The Royal Marsden, Chelsea for seven years and there is not a day goes by when I don't think about how privileged I am to be able give my time to helping others who are not as fortunate as me. It is a joy to work alongside such a wonderful group of dedicated volunteers who give their all to improving the experience of others at the hospital."
"I have been a volunteer at The Royal Marsden, Chelsea for seven years and there is not a day goes by when I don't think about how privileged I am to be able give my time to helping others who are not as fortunate as me. It is a joy to work alongside such a wonderful group of dedicated volunteers who give their all to improving the experience of others at the hospital."
Sandra Franklin, President
"In my role as President I have, over many years, had the good fortune to meet lots of volunteers who never fail to amaze me by their loyalty, dedication and willingness to give their time to helping others. Cancer touches so many people and I am very proud that our volunteers help to ensure that patients at this incredible hospital have the best possible experience at what can be one of the most stressful times of their lives."
"In my role as President I have, over many years, had the good fortune to meet lots of volunteers who never fail to amaze me by their loyalty, dedication and willingness to give their time to helping others. Cancer touches so many people and I am very proud that our volunteers help to ensure that patients at this incredible hospital have the best possible experience at what can be one of the most stressful times of their lives."
Jacquie Bellamy, Honorary Treasurer
"Ensuring that our finances are robust and fully compliant is essential to the integrity of the Charity and we never forget that we are answerable to all our donors, fundraisers and Friends. Our success as a charity relies not just on fulfilling our roles as Friends and volunteers but also on our ability to manage our finances. I am proud to be associated with such a wonderful Charity."
"Ensuring that our finances are robust and fully compliant is essential to the integrity of the Charity and we never forget that we are answerable to all our donors, fundraisers and Friends. Our success as a charity relies not just on fulfilling our roles as Friends and volunteers but also on our ability to manage our finances. I am proud to be associated with such a wonderful Charity."
