Craig is here to make sure the food, furniture and everything else we collect gets distributed to those who need it most, and that we get enough food coming in to go out.  He is not the boss, He is a part of a team, but he is happy to take the flak. 

The people we support have all been referred to us and are among the most vulnerable in our community.  We’d love to help everyone indefinitely, but we just haven’t got the resources to do that – we can only provide food for a maximum of 8 weeks.  Craig speaks to the individuals to optimise the package of support, to best suit their needs. 

“I love doing what I do.  And I love our volunteers – they are as diverse and inclusive a bunch as you’ll meet anywhere.  But they met here.  In DLAG.  And once you become part of our family, you’ll never want to leave.” 

Tim had his own Taxi, Private Hire and chauffeur company in Kent for 12 years before moving back to London in 2019.  A volunteering role with DLAG 2 weeks into the global pandemic changed his life forever as he’s now one of the three full-time employees we have in our organisation. 

Volunteering has always been important to Tim, as he’s coached Junior football for ten years. 

“It’s Simple –  Family /Football / Food / Techno /House / Hip-Hop.”  

Rosie spent 10 years in charity fundraising and development at various London universities after completing an MA in Philosophy at UCL. In 2005 she changed direction to focus on her passion for historic buildings and interior design, studying Building Conservation at the Architectural Association, and becoming a director of a design and construction company. Returning  to her charity background she is responsible for fundraising and development at DLAG and is the Chair of the Board of Trustees.  

“I helped establish Dons Local Action Group back in 2020 as I saw the need for it in our community.  I’m proud still to be here, overseeing it grow into an independent charity in 2023, and onwards to even greater success in the future”

Also known as Lady V, Vikki’s career is in Financial Services, having worked for KPMG Consulting, AXA, Barclays and M&G. Vikki leads complex transformation programmes, involving people, processes and technology. 

“I am obsessed with anything that sparkles be it shoes, bags, clothes or jewellery. You’ll never miss me at a DLAG event!”

Richard Weaver has a BA(Hons) from Oxford University and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1990. Richard was a Partner at PwC, a leading professional services firm, for 21 years where he was adviser and auditor to a range of companies from FTSE 100 to startups. Richard is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and has been Secretary to a charity registered with the Charity Commission. 
 
A contemporary of the current Emperor of Japan at university, Richard was undefeated representing the university at darts. 

“As a longtime Wimbledon resident I was immediately convinced by the local focus of DLAG on areas where help was urgently needed. I also felt a conviction about the uncluttered, direct delivery from donor to those in need.”

Charles is a commercial barrister at Twenty Essex chambers in London. He served as a trustee of the Cambridge Union, the largest student society at the University of Cambridge, while he was the society’s president in 2018. He is also deputy scout leader of the 9th Wimbledon Scout Troop. 

“As Speakers Officer at Cambridge I got Boris Becker, Prof Stephen Hawking, the President of Ghana, Sir Ian McKellen and Bill Nighy in the same room.  Not at the same time though.”

Caroline is a qualified certified accountant and has spent all her working career in the oil industry. 

Having lived in Wimbledon for over 35 years and now retired she is very happy to be giving time back to the community and is delighted to be part of the DLAG story. 

“I’m proud to have been part of the setup of AFC Wimbledon when they first went to Kingsmeadow.”

After a career in property, media, and marketing, I sent the text that sparked the birth of DLAG. Previously, I was Co-Chair of the Dons Trust and helped create the bond enabling AFC Wimbledon’s return to Plough Lane. My not-so-glittering TV career included Soccer AM, and a show on Men & Motors with Vinnie Jones in his local pub. 

Proud Co-founder and Trustee of DLAG, which I consider a lifetime achievement, I received a British Empire Medal in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours List, an accolade I accepted on behalf of our inspirational volunteers.  I was also lucky enough to attend the Coronation. My journey with DLAG is driven by a commitment to community impact and the belief that together, we can make a significant difference. 

““I’m a passionate Wimbledon fan.  Thank goodness Grimsby Town moved our away game, or I may have missed the coronation.”

Tim has followed the Dons since going to the old Plough Lane as a kid through to getting to see our recent return to Merton. Tim works for a Trade Union, having held previous roles in Student Unions and Higher Education, and is a former Local Councillor. Tim had been really impressed seeing DLAG volunteers out and about in the community and was keen to do something to help with DLAG’s work. 

Tim supports the Trustees by preparing agendas, minutes and undertaking related admin.  

“Aside from watching live sport and attending meetings, I enjoy seeing comedy/theatre and travelling to visit friends, and I also volunteer for a couple of other charities. Favourite AFC Moment was staying up in League 2 on the final day against Fleetwood at Kingsmeadow.”