Founding Patrons
RBLI are lucky to have so many dedicated supporters, some of which have become the foundation of the Tommy Club. The Tommy Club, with Lord Dannatt as the Founding President, has already received wide-spread backing with well-known former and current service personnel amongst its Founding Patron
GENERAL THE LORD DANNATT GCB CBE MC DL
TOMMY CLUB PRESIDENT
“I want to do all I can to keep our Armed Forces veterans top of mind. I am deeply concerned about their ongoing needs and their mental health. What we can do together in Tommy Club is much greater than anything we could possibly achieve alone and everyone who is a part of the new Tommy Club is helping veterans in their moment of need.”
BILLY BILLINGHAM MBE
SAS VETERAN AND STAR OF TV’S SAS: WHO DARES WINS
“Even in ordinary times, military veterans face challenges in the civilian world which sadly too few people can understand. Whether it’s life-changing injuries or daily mental health challenges, any veteran at any time can hit rock bottom.” “That’s why they need our support now more than ever.” “Lord Dannatt’s Tommy Club can help build a life for the most vulnerable veterans, giving them the work opportunities to regain their independence and the tools to change their lives.”
LEVISON WOOD
TV EXPLORER AND RESERVIST BRITISH ARMY OFFICER
“With such a long family history of military service, RBLI’s important work is close to my heart. RBLI’s unique village provides more than just a home for veterans – It also provides employment opportunities and a support network that’s second-to-none. “The military community has always rallied around each other at times of need, and now it’s the nation’s turn to do the same. “Tommy Champions across the UK, will ensure vulnerable veterans of all ages will receive the support they need for years to come.”
HEATHER STANNING OBE
TEAM GB OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST AND SERVING ARMY MAJOR
“I have long been a supporter of Royal British Legion Industries in their commitment to our country’s most vulnerable military veterans. I have seen time and time again the charity step up to help ex-servicemen and women regain their independence through its community, vital welfare support and the practical work opportunities that see them flourish in the civilian world.” “Now more than ever our veterans need this support.” “The Tommy Club is the nation’s opportunity to play a direct role in providing this support to our brave men and women. With the public’s help, it will work hard to make sure our heroes aren’t left behind.”
The Marquess of Abergavenny, DL
Barratt Developments, the UK’s number one house builder and corporate partner of RBLI since 2018
Col Dino Bossi, former Commanding Officer Welsh Guards and Trustee of Remembered
George Bradford, Royal Marine veteran and RBLI Resident
Kathryn Cearns OBE FCA FCCA, Trustee of RBLI
Penny Dyson, Fundraiser and coordinator of the Friends of RBLI
Rowley Gregg MC, ambassador for the Tommy and former Director of Operations for Remembered
Cllr Steve Hammond, Councillor for Aylesford South and veteran of the Falklands War
David Harkness, Chief Executive of Regency Designs
Stephen Kingsman DL, Chairman of RBLI’s Board of Trustees
The Rt Hon. The Baroness Liddell of Coatdyke, former Secretary of State for Scotland and former British High Commissioner to Australia
Steve Rowbotham, Trustee of RBLI
Brendan Touhey MBE, Retired Army Major
Major Wally Vincent, Secretary of the Army Catering Corps Association
Joanne Walker, ambassador for the Tommy
Alistair Watson, Trustee of RBLI
Neil Young, (ex Parachute Regiment) one half of The Grandads of The Atlantic, the Guinness World Record holders as the oldest pair to row across any ocean
John Ahben, veteran and former RBLI resident
Nadra Ahmed OBE DL, Trustee of RBLI
Ash Alexander-Cooper OBE, Former Elite Military Unit Commander and Leadership and Resilience Expert
Martin Barraud, Photographer and Installation Artist behind the Tommy
Major General Peter Besgrove, veteran and former company secretary of Haig Housing Trust
Wendy Bromwich, Fundraiser and community champion
Tim Brown, Pew Pew Airsoft Community Fundraisers
Kathleen Carey, WWII RAF Veteran
Henrietta Cochrane, Former director of Remembered
Colonel Terry English OBE
Peter and Gillian Girling, ambassadors for the Tommy since inception
Brigadier Tresham Gregg CBE, ambassador for the Tommy and Senior Consultant for Northcott Global Solutions
Blair Gulland, Trustee of RBLI
Mindy Gurung, Fundraiser and community champion
Reverend Peter Hills, veteran Army Education Officer and Padre
Jools Holland OBE DL, pianist and bandleader and presenter of Jools’ Annual Hootenanny
James Hopkins, Chief Executive Annington Limited
Nigel Howell, Chief Executive of First Port
David Jemmett, Former Trustee of Remembered
Don Keiller, Normandy veteran and 100 year old skydiver
Peter Ketley, one half of The Grandads of The Atlantic, the Guinness World Record holders as the oldest pair to row across any ocean
Lt Col Martin King VR HAC, Fundraiser
Paul Sapsford, Pew Pew Airsoft Community Fundraisers
Lord Shinkwin of Balham, campaigner for matters on disability equality
Neil Storey, award-winning social historian specialising in the study of the impact of war
Piers Storie-Pugh OBE, public speaker, architect of the ‘Heroes Return’ Scheme for veterans and former Chief Executive of The Not Forgotten Association
The Lady Colgrain, Lord Lieutenant of Kent
Peter Topley, veteran and resident
Michael Tu, former Trustee of Remembered
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