The Team

Peter Scott - General Manager

As general manager of the Atlas Foundation, Peter has the perfect outlet for his lifelong passion for the transformative role that recreation and nutrition can play in a child’s development. 20 years’ hands-on dedication to various coaching and management roles at a local rugby club have given Peter a broad appreciation of the positive power of sport within our communities.

He also volunteers for a number of children’s charities and community initiatives which focus on keeping youngsters active, fed and engaged during school holidays. Alongside this, Peter is currently enthusiastically involved as an age group manager as his local rugby club, and is a companion for the elderly in his local community.

Having been central to the Atlas Foundation team since 2017, Sally brings considerable experience and expertise in a wide range of disciplines. Since her teenage years, she has been involved as a volunteer in a variety of roles for a number of local sporting and children’s charitable organisations.

Sally remains passionate about the importance of child participation in sports, having directly witnessed the significant difference that sport can make to a child’s development. Alongside her work for Atlas, Sally herself is currently actively involved with her local football and taekwondo clubs, in addition to busy family weekends with her two young daughters.

Sally Hoddell - Finance & Development Manager

Lucy Burgess - Marketing & Communications Officer

Lucy is an undergraduate at the University of Bath studying Politics and International Relations. At University she is a member of the debating society and enjoys participating in debates and competitions

Randall & Payne are a leading independent firm of chartered accountants, business advisers and tax specialists working with clients throughout the UK and internationally.

Randall & Payne - Auditors

Latest

Esther's Story

On #InternationalDayforSportforDevelopmentandPeace we are celebrating Esther at Bhubesi Pride Foundation who is helping girls in Malawi overcome the challenges of menstrual poverty. Read Esther's Story to learn how BPF supports girls like Esther through sport and education.
TackleLondon 11th April Donations Welcome

You are making a positive difference through sports mentoring and making Young Londoners part of the "Rugby Family" and giving them a "Rugby Home" where they can feel confident, grow and prosper. Young people need help, now more than ever.
Ballarat Marathon - Tony Faneco

About a year ago my mate @Ben Nicholson suggested we run the London marathon to recognise that 5 years have passed since Anita, Annabel and Alex ⭐️⭐️⭐️ were taken from us.

In their memory I aim to raise as much money as I can for The Atlas Foundation whose projects support children and give them the opportunity to thrive through rugby communities and initiatives.
Empowering young people at the Urban Rugby Championships!

Over 230 kids from minority and under-resourced communities across America came together for the 2024 Urban Rugby Championships in Washington DC. The URC is an incredible opportunity for these kids and shows the transformative impact rugby has in empowering and inspiring disadvantaged young people!

Our Vision
Anita, Alex & Annabel Nicholson Memorial Fund

Set up by Ben Nicholson in memory of his wife Anita and their two children Alex and Annabel who tragically lost their lives in the Sri Lanka bombings on Easter Sunday 2019.
Our Story

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England Deaf Rugby Union

EDRU was set up by a group of deaf sports enthusiasts with the purpose of promoting the playing of rugby union by deaf and hard of hearing players.
Richmond Heavies Foundation Presents ‘A Series of Extraordinary Events’

The Richmond Heavies Foundation are organising A Series Of Extraordinary Events around the world, which include extraordinary superhuman challenges as well as achievable social activities, allowing all to get involved. All monies raised will go to the Richmond Heavies Foundation, which was founded after Richmond Rugby lost 3 very special friends, far too early.
Ed Cooper Memorial Fund

Ed was a big personality who lived life to the full, was loved dearly by his family and friends, and is missed hugely by all who knew him. He was a talented sportsman who enjoyed playing both codes of rugby and cricket. Following Ed’s death in 2016, this Memorial Fund was established to honour his memory.
The Atlas Foundation
Atlas South Africa

Atlas South Africa was founded in 2018 after a successful Atlas Trek to Botswana and Zimbabwe, attended by South African Rugby Champions. Since then, six projects across 3 southern African countries have guided 49,437 children through education, mentoring, health, and employment opportunities for their future.
The Ian Williams Foundation Fund

Weʼre raising £50,000 to contribute to causes close to Ian Michael Williams' heart, keeping his legacy alive and continuing his impact on the world.
Atlas Asia

The Nicholson Memorial Fund was set up by Ben Nicholson in memory of his wife Anita and their two children Alex and Annabel who tragically lost their lives in the Sri Lanka bombings on Easter Sunday 2019. With the help of Ben Nicholson, a fitting legacy has been created in the establishment and work of 'Atlas Asia'.