About LionHeart

Robert Vigers, founder of LionHeart in 1899

Founded by members of the RICS in 1899, the benevolent fund, LionHeart, exists to provide confidential advice, information, support, and in certain circumstances financial assistance to those who, for whatever reason, find themselves in difficulty.  Past and present members of the RICS and their families are eligible for assistance.

Frequently help is given is cases of ill-health, disability or unemployment, separation of families, difficulties in retirement.

LionHeart is an independent charity run by members for the members and contrary to popular belief, it is neither funded or managed by the RICS, but governed by Trustees who are members of the RICS.

The charity is dependent on the continuing generosity of members of the RICS and firms in the property industry to assist those in need.

A small team of highly experienced and qualified staff provide LionHeart services, working closely with an indispensable volunteer network drawn from the RICS membership. Click here to contact the Welfare team.

LionHeart Chairmen include:
2008-present Mike Greensmith
2005-2008     Derek Sayer
2002-2005     Bryan Pickering
1999-2002     David Larkin
1996-1999     Duncan White
1993-1996     Mike Digby

Click here to view our entry on the Charity Commission website.