Look To The Stars News: Scottish Spina Bifida Association

Gordon Ramsay To Host 4th Annual Charity Gala

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, Honorary Patron of the Scottish Spina Bifida Association, will host his 4th Charity Gala Dinner on the 21st October 2010 at the Glasgow Science Centre and once again, the evening is promising to be a spectacular evening of gastronomic delights and amazing entertainment.

In the magnificent and iconic setting of the 5 star Glasgow Science Centre, guests will enjoy a mouth-watering gastronomic feast cooked by 4 of Scotland’s top award winning chefs (Jacqueline O’Donnell, Willie Pike MBE, Joe Queen and Steven Doherty) – personally selected by Gordon – using the finest locally sourced food and game donated by Braehead Foods. This glamorous event will be packed with exciting musical entertainment, prize draws and auctions, and the party will last until 2am.   Europe’s best known Queen tribute act Killer Queen will be keep the audience dancing until the early hours.

“Join me at a spectacular Gala Dinner in aid of the Scottish Spina Bifida Association for a night to remember,” says Gordon. "As Honorary Patron, I will personally be hosting an evening of glitz and glamour where you will be treated to a first class Gala Dinner that is truly a one-off experience.

Richard Branson And Friends Complete London Marathon For Charity

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Richard Branson led his team in yesterday’s London Marathon to an outstanding result, raising huge amounts of money for charity.

The entrepreneur finished just behind Natalie Imbruglia in the race, which saw a total of 18 new world records – including the number of runners tied together. The human chain – which featured 34 people tied together by a bungee cord – included Princess Beatrice, the first member of the royal family to compete in the event.

The Princess – who completed the 26.2 mile course in 5 hours, 15 minutes and 57 seconds – was running to raise money for Children In Crisis, and joined other celebrities in Branson’s team including Jenni Falconer (CLIC Sargent and Virgin Unite), Lee Evans (Save the Children), Natalie Imbruglia (Virgin Unite), Lorraine Kelly (CLIC Sargent), Gordon Ramsay (Scottish Spina Bifida Association). Ramsay, however, did not complete the race – despite being a veteran of marathons in the UK and US.

Richard Branson And Celebrity Friends To Run London Marathon For Charity

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 15:30:00 +0000

A huge number of celebrities have signed up with Richard Branson’s Virgin to run the 2010 London Marathon for charity.

The stars and famous faces are each running for the charity of their own choice. Confirmed to take part with Branson – who says he has been trying to train as much as he can – are Princess Beatrice (Children In Crisis), Jenni Falconer (CLIC Sargent and Virgin Unite), Lee Evans (Save the Children), Natalie Imbruglia (Virgin Unite), Lorraine Kelly (CLIC Sargent), Gordon Ramsay (Scottish Spina Bifida Association) and many more.

The marathon takes place on April 25, and you can help donate to the stars’ charity causes by logging on the VirginLondonMarathon.com website. You can also register to run the marathon yourself.

Celebrities Run For Charity In London Marathon

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:00:00 +0000

Tens of thousands of people pulled on their running shoes and sweated their way through the annual London marathon yesterday, including a number of celebrities who were competing for charity.

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay was one of many who lined up at the start for his 10th time at the event. He ran once again for the Scottish Spina Bifida Association, an organization that supports, listens to and helps children, adults and families with spina bifida, hydrocephalus and related conditions.

“It’s time for a celebration,” he said. “We’re fighting a global credit crunch, and in terms of coming out and having fun, it costs nothing to come and watch.”

Chef Ramsay Appeals For Help

Thu, 29 May 2008 11:36:00 +0000

The Scottish Spina Bifida Association (SSBA) is getting a little help from an old friend. Honorary patron Gordon Ramsay will host his Appeal for the Scottish Spina Bifida Association in Edinburgh on June 7 at the Hilton Edinburgh Airport.

“It’s an amazing charity,” commented Ramsay. “But sadly, they receive less than 3 per cent of their funding from the government and have to raise over $987,000 annually to ensure that they can continue to support everyone who approaches them for help.”

A three-course dinner will be served, complete with champagne and dancing, with all proceeds going to the Spina Bifida Association. Last year, on the 26th November, Ramsay made history as he hosted his first ever St Andrew’s Day Gala Dinner, with his wife Tana, in aid of the Scottish Spina Bifida Association. The event raised a staggering $266,500 for the Association.

Celebrity Chef Serves Up Charity for Kids

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 11:00:42 +0000

It was a humbling experience for celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay when he met brave children suffering from spina bifida. Known for raising hell in the kitchen, the volcanic star showed a more angelic side as he and his wife Tana played with children during a visit to a charity centre in Scotland. Ramsay vows to work with the Scottish Spina Bifida Association for the rest of his life.

“I flew in from LA last night with all the stresses of filming Hell’s Kitchen and working in the restaurants over there,” said Ramsay the day after his November 25 visit. “But the minute I set foot in the centre, all that was just forgotten.”