Kettering Old Grammar School Foundation
Find out about the foundation’s history and its current role, plus information about our directors and committees
We offer support for young people to develop their skills and talents through a range of programmes
Funding is available – for either individuals or organisations – to support educational projects that meet certain criteria
The Foundation operates through a Finance Committee, Benefits Committee, and the Govilon Management Committee
Members meet as and when required to discuss the Foundation’s investment portfolio and to make decisions about the funding of future projects.
Members:
Mr Bill Parker (Chair)
Mr David Watson (Deputy Chair)
Mr Stuart Welch
Members meet quarterly to discuss all grant applications received from individuals, schools and organisations. Interviews will also take place with those individuals who have applied for a bursary.
The Benefits Committee has delegated authority to deal with straightforward applications. The Committee also provides a mentoring service during meetings with applicants.
Recommendations by the Benefits Committee in respect of all applications are forwarded to the full Board of Directors for approval at their next quarterly meeting. The Board of Directors makes the final decision in respect of all grants or assistance to be made.
Members:
Mrs Pat Scouse (Chair)
Mr Stuart Welch (Deputy Chair)
Mr Ghite Bhavra
Mr Mark Bodicoat
Ms Katie Reynolds
Mr Nicolas Moodie
Mr David Watson (ex-officio)
Members meet quarterly to discuss all matters relating to the running of the Foundation’s outdoor activity centre at Govilon – a village near Abergavenny, South Wales.
Members:
Mrs Maggie Mitchell (Chair)
Mr Anthony Shemilt (Deputy Chair)
Mr Mark Alderman
Mr Bill Parker
Ms Katie Reynolds
Mrs Pat Scouse
Mrs Sue Walters
Mr David Watson (ex-officio)
Mr Stuart Welch (ex-officio)