The Ronnie Bowker Foundation Fund (the foundation) was launched by Ernst & Young and the Bowker family to create a living legacy for Ronnie’s passion for the Birmingham & Black Country community. Ronnie was the office managing partner for Ernst & Young’s Birmingham office for 15 years, and he had a significant personal impact on both our local corporate and social communities, becoming something of an adopted Brummie.
Ronnie led Ernst & Young’s Corporate Responsibility programme in the Midlands, focusing on local education, social and arts projects which were all very close to his heart. Ronnie was always extremely keen to be directly involved in a wide range of initiatives across the Midlands, and inspired many of his colleagues, associates and friends to consider how they could help.
The primary aim of the foundation is to support both community and voluntary groups working in challenged areas in Birmingham and the wider area, with a particular focus on Arts, Culture, Education and Training. The foundation will endeavour to ensure that our communities benefit both now and in the future, something that Ronnie always strived to do through his own community work.
The foundation is being administered by Birmingham & Black Country Community Foundation, a registered charity which works with many local donors, by pooling donations into an Endowment Fund, providing a permanent and growing fund for activities that strengthen communities today and in perpetuity.
Thank you for your support in helping us to reach our target of £100,000 for the Ronnie Bowker Foundation!
