Mr Richard Varney

In 2007, Bryn and Emma Parry co-founded the Charity Help for Heroes. They set themselves one objective, to help those who have put their lives on the line in our Armed Forces.

More than ten years later and Help for Heroes is an internationally recognised charity that has been able to help over 22,000 people. 12 years on, we want to reflect and feel prouder than ever about all that we have achieved together whilst being mindful that we still have a job to do. That is why this year we are asking all of our supporters, fundraisers, donors, volunteers, and partners to unite to form The Force for Good. We believe that together we can empower those who need us most and help them to regain their sense of purpose and have a positive impact on society.

The IJF also works closely with racing authorities and other organisations on many initiatives. It part funds on course physios and medical services and also research into improved riding protection equipment for jockeys which has resulted in a number of improved manufacturing standards being implemented. The Fund also provided the Equichute based at The British Racing School which is used in fall training for students and current jockeys.

In 2009 it opened its first rehabilitation centre, Oaksey House, in Lambourn and in April 2015 opened Jack Berry House a second state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness centre in Malton for northern based jockeys.

Cats Protection, formerly The Cat Protection League, is a UK charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming stray, unwanted or homeless cats and educating people about cats and cat welfare.