Herefordshire Community Foundation Thanks Outgoing Chairman,

[Hereford Voice]

Frank Myers MBE

After nine years of dedicated leadership, Frank Myers MBE will step down as Chairman of Herefordshire Community Foundation (HCF) this October. In a planned transition, current trustee Robert Robinson will assume the role.

Frank’s tenure has been marked by transformative impact. Under his stewardship, HCF has significantly raised its profile and launched key initiatives including the Business for Good scheme. His legacy is underscored by the Foundation’s milestone achievement of £8 million in local grant-making - a testament to his vision, energy, and unwavering commitment to Herefordshire.

In Frank’s words:

“It has been a huge privilege to be entrusted with this role and to enjoy its success.

We have built a very strong and respected team, an excellent Board of Trustees and a very sound financial platform to match any in the country.

During my tenure I have tried to exploit the position we have as a 'foundation' of the 'community'. This has borne fruit in so many ways as we have been able to help so many organisations and people in the County.

I am sad that the charitable rules require me to leave but am eager to embrace the next challenge of assisting Robert and the Trustees in every possible way as they build further success.”

Bridie Sullivan, CEO of HCF, shared:

“Frank has brought compassion, a wealth of experience, vital local connections, and boundless energy to the role of Chairman. He has been instrumental in strengthening the Foundation and its role in supporting communities across Herefordshire.”

Incoming Chair Robert Robinson brings extensive leadership experience across both private and voluntary sectors. A Herefordshire resident for 45 years, he served as High Sheriff in 2023–2024 and has held numerous board-level roles. Mr Robinson’s deep local roots and strategic insight make him ideally placed to take the helm as HCF enters its next chapter.

Robert Robinson commented:

“I'm so pleased to be taking the Chair at Herefordshire Community Foundation. HCF is an exceptionally well managed charity with very high standards of governance and as High Sheriff in 2023-24 it was one of the Herefordshire organisations where I could see myself adding most value. HCF is a very significant force for good in Herefordshire with a great Board of Trustees, great leadership and a great back office team. I'm really looking forward to my time of service."