The Charity of Robert Phillips
The Charity of Robert Phillips was created in 1991, 50 years after the death of the man whose name it bears.
The Charity provides financial assistance to individuals, schools and organisations in the Ancient Parish of Walton on Thames (Walton, Hersham and part of Oatlands). This financial assistance is for the arts, music and drama.
The charity is registered in the UK with the Charity Commission (No. 1063312/0).
Funding decisions are made by
six trustees. Three are appointed by Elmbridge Borough Council and three by Surrey County Council. The chairmanship changes annually and alternates between representatives of the two organisations.
About Robert Phillips
Robert Phillips was born in 1864. It is believed that he and his family moved to Walton-on-Thames in about 1912.
For much of his time in Walton, Robert participated in public life. He served on Walton Urban District Council and Surrey County Council. He was elected an Alderman of SCC. He was also a committee member of a diverse range of organisations including Weybridge Scouts, Walton Swimming Club, Walton Hospital, Walton Football Club and Walton Dramatic Society.