- Total of $12.9m invested into hygiene research projects
- 14 hygiene research projects funded already by RGHI
- 14 hygiene fellows supported already by RGHI
RGHI Working Mission
RGHI is working to promote, sponsor, and fund practical scientific research with the overarching objective of enhancing individual and public health. In doing so, we are paving the way to bridge critical gaps in hygiene-related knowledge and understanding. Our goal is to make significant advancements in hygiene practices that positively impact global health.
RGHI Vision Statement
RGHI is working to advance hygiene practices, develop sanitation solutions, and improve health education, all in pursuit of our mission to enhance overall well-being and reduce disease transmission worldwide.
We are a private foundation that aims to address gaps in research funding and data availability within the hygiene field.
Donors
We support innovative hygiene research thanks to the ongoing generosity of our donors and partners. In 2020, Reckitt LLC founded RGHI as an independently operated private foundation with a $25 million seed grant.
Partners
We collaborate with our network of esteemed academics, scientists, and advisors, and with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, on our research portfolio.
Our Team
David Wheeler
Acting Executive Director
David is a global leader in innovative investments in R&D, clinical science, and analytics to drive transformations in healthcare.
Sarah Roberts
Director of External Relations
Sarah has significant expertise in global communications, advocacy, and policy programs that support organization goals, resonate with diverse audiences, and enhance brand visibility.
Sarah Delia
Associate Director, Grant Operations & Compliance
Sarah has decades of experience in grants management and compliance and supports RGHI’s operations.
Peter Thomas
Director of Development
Peter has considerable nonprofit experience as a chief executive and fundraising lead. He has raised $200+ million for a variety of causes.
Courtney Halvorsen
Manager, Foundation Operations
Courtney provides foundation operation services.
Expert Panel
Professor Yik-Ying Teo
Dean and Professor, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore
Dr. Patricia García
Affiliate Professor and Global Health Dean of the School of Public Health, Cayetano Heredia University, Peru
Professor Albert Ko
Professor and Chair of Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases, Yale School of Public Health