Victoria Riggs

After an NHS career consisting of over 15 years in nursing, and taking time out to grow her family with her second child, Victoria was looking for a change of direction when her brother, Ian, told her about the need for a Manager for the Eight Foundation.

‘I knew from nursing about so many individuals, families and small charities in need of support, so I was excited at the idea of being able to help people in a new and exciting way,’ Victoria explains. ‘Because Ian had regularly spoken of his plans for a foundation, I had always known his vision and told him I wanted to support him in any way I could, so I was flattered and excited when he asked me to take the position.’

Starting her new role in 2018, Victoria is responsible for collecting and managing grants for Trustee review, liaising with benefactors and beneficiaries, leading the organisation of events such as the annual Fundraising Ball and Golf Day, and the creation of materials such as the Foundation’s newsletter. She makes sure all activities are recorded and has managed the creation and updating of this website since its launch at the start of 2020.