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  • ‘More Needs Doing’ campaign highlights need for specialist Motor Neurone Disease Centre in Leeds

    ‘More Needs Doing’ campaign highlights need for specialist Motor Neurone Disease Centre in Leeds

    To mark Motor Neurone Disease Awareness month, we've launched their ‘More Needs Doing’ campaign to help raise awareness of MND and highlight how the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease will make a difference to people affected by the life-limiting condition. Read more

  • Inspirational fundraiser Jacqui reaches £300,000 fundraising milestone to support cancer patients in Leeds

    Inspirational fundraiser Jacqui reaches £300,000 fundraising milestone to support cancer patients in Leeds

    Despite being clinically vulnerable, Jacqui continued to fundraise throughout the coronavirus pandemic, and thanks to her efforts has recently surpassed the £300,000 fundraising mark. Read more

  • Leeds Hospitals Charity launches new trail with Bear sculptures set to take over Leeds

    Leeds Hospitals Charity launches new trail with Bear sculptures set to take over Leeds

    In June 2023, more than 50 giant Bear sculptures will hide in plain sight on the streets and in the parks of Leeds, raising funds for Leeds Children's Hospital! Read more

  • Ian's Snowdon challenge raises thousands to support people living with MND

    Ian's Snowdon challenge raises thousands to support people living with MND

    “The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease is very important to us as a family. We’re passionate about supporting other families going through this difficult disease." Read more

  • ‘More Needs Doing’ campaign highlights need for specialist Motor Neurone Disease Centre in Leeds
  • Inspirational fundraiser Jacqui reaches £300,000 fundraising milestone to support cancer patients in Leeds
  • Leeds Hospitals Charity launches new trail with Bear sculptures set to take over Leeds
  • Ian's Snowdon challenge raises thousands to support people living with MND
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Jude's Ben Nevis climb raises thousands for Rob Burrow Centre for MND

Jude's Ben Nevis climb raises thousands for Rob Burrow Centre for MND

On the 22nd of June, Jude hiked 4,413 ft to the peak of Ben Nevis to raise funds for the Rob Burrow Centre for MND appeal in memory of her son Jody. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Search Laboratory raises over £18,000 for Leeds Children's Hospital

Search Laboratory raises over £18,000 for Leeds Children's Hospital

Abseiling down a multi-storey car park, running the distance from their offices in Leeds, New York and Austin and climbing the three peaks were some of the fundraising highlights over the past few years! Read more

Published: 28th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Naomi's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Naomi's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

“I’m so excited about the prospect of the new MND centre at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and how this will enhance the care and support we can provide to our patients." Read more

Published: 26th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Annual golf day in memory of Norman Hunter ready to ‘tee off’ and raise thousands for local NHS hospitals

Annual golf day in memory of Norman Hunter ready to ‘tee off’ and raise thousands for local NHS hospitals

After the success of the inaugural event last year, which raised over £40,000 for Leeds Hospitals Charity to support cancer research in Leeds, Norman’s family decided to make this an annual event in his memory. Read more

Published: 23rd June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Jasmine's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Jasmine's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

“I feel pretty helpless but hopefully, by taking part in something that will help raise money for patients and their families, I can help other families experiencing the cruel fate of MND." Read more

Published: 18th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Clinical trial hopes to improve outcomes for kidney transplant patients in Leeds

Clinical trial hopes to improve outcomes for kidney transplant patients in Leeds

We’ve contributed over £58,000 to fund a pioneering clinical trial, for kidney transplant patients right here in Leeds. Read more

Published: 13th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

James's Story: 100 Days Challenge

James's Story: 100 Days Challenge

Ahead of the British Transplant Games coming to Leeds, James's parents Becci and Daniel are joining in the 100 days challenge to help raise funds for the Leeds Children's Transplant team! Read more

Published: 9th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Leeds Hospitals Charity commit to TUC’s Dying to Work Charter

Leeds Hospitals Charity commit to TUC’s Dying to Work Charter

Leeds Hospitals Charity has today added its name to a charter aimed at helping employees who become terminally ill at work. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2022

Author: Andy Roberts

Lord Mayor’s charity partnership raises over £125,000 to support NHS hospitals in Leeds

Lord Mayor’s charity partnership raises over £125,000 to support NHS hospitals in Leeds

This incredible feat has been made possible thanks to an array of exciting events hosted by the Lord Mayor, and the people of Leeds getting behind his fundraising efforts. Read more

Published: 7th June, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Malcolm's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Malcolm's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Malcolm told us why he’s running the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon to raise funds for our Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease Appeal. Read more

Published: 4th June, 2022

Updated: 8th June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

‘More Needs Doing’ campaign highlights need for specialist Motor Neurone Disease Centre in Leeds

‘More Needs Doing’ campaign highlights need for specialist Motor Neurone Disease Centre in Leeds

To mark Motor Neurone Disease Awareness month, we've launched their ‘More Needs Doing’ campaign to help raise awareness of MND and highlight how the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease will make a difference to people affected by the life-limiting condition. Read more

Published: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Inspirational fundraiser Jacqui reaches £300,000 fundraising milestone to support cancer patients in Leeds

Inspirational fundraiser Jacqui reaches £300,000 fundraising milestone to support cancer patients in Leeds

Despite being clinically vulnerable, Jacqui continued to fundraise throughout the coronavirus pandemic, and thanks to her efforts has recently surpassed the £300,000 fundraising mark. Read more

Published: 31st May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Celebrating our wonderful volunteers this Volunteers Week!

Celebrating our wonderful volunteers this Volunteers Week!

This year is the 38th annual celebration of Volunteers’ Week, and it is an important time for volunteer-involving organisations – such as ours – to reflect on the incredible contribution that volunteers give. Read more

Published: 30th May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Jasmine Stainton

Phoebe's Story: 100 Days Challenge

Phoebe's Story: 100 Days Challenge

With the help of her mum Lauren, Phoebe is toddling 100 metres in 30 days as part of the 100 Days Challenge to raise funds for the Children's Transplant team! Read more

Published: 30th May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Theo's Story: 100 Days Challenge

Theo's Story: 100 Days Challenge

The Bowens family are all getting on their bikes support Theo as he hopes to complete 100 laps of his street on his tandem trike this June! Read more

Published: 26th May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Leeds Hospitals Charity launches new trail with Bear sculptures set to take over Leeds

Leeds Hospitals Charity launches new trail with Bear sculptures set to take over Leeds

In June 2023, more than 50 giant Bear sculptures will hide in plain sight on the streets and in the parks of Leeds, raising funds for Leeds Children's Hospital! Read more

Published: 25th May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Our door-to-door fundraisers: An Update

Our door-to-door fundraisers: An Update

We have recently been made aware of people working in West Yorkshire posing as fundraisers from Leeds Hospitals Charity. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2022

Author: Andy Roberts

James's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

James's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

“During my years as a GP, MND was a ‘hidden disease’ and I was always aware that there was very little we could offer to MND sufferers and their families. Sadly, although awareness has improved the outlook hasn’t as yet." Read more

Published: 14th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Charity funding supports Gender Identity Development Service at Leeds Children's Hospital

Charity funding supports Gender Identity Development Service at Leeds Children's Hospital

"It’s enabled me to provide much needed support in a highly emotional setting and provide safe spaces for exercise and social activity." Read more

Published: 13th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

International Nurses Day: how your donations help nurses like Lejla

International Nurses Day: how your donations help nurses like Lejla

“We are so lucky to have such committed fundraising and donations by our patients, families and friends. The funds raised and donated help some of the sickest children in the region." Read more

Published: 12th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

International Nurses Day: Claire Lang

International Nurses Day: Claire Lang

Claire Lang is a Clinical Nurse Specialist at the Leeds Motor Neurone Disease Centre and has been supporting our Rob Burrow Centre for MND appeal since it launched in September. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Terminally ill Jacqui raises awareness of sun dangers for Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Terminally ill Jacqui raises awareness of sun dangers for Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Cancer patient Jacqui has raised over £300k for Leeds Hospitals Charity to support staff and patients at Leeds Cancer Centre. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2022

Updated: 1st June, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Ian's Snowdon challenge raises thousands to support people living with MND

Ian's Snowdon challenge raises thousands to support people living with MND

“The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease is very important to us as a family. We’re passionate about supporting other families going through this difficult disease." Read more

Published: 11th May, 2022

Updated: 12th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

Otis's Story: 100 Days Challenge

Otis's Story: 100 Days Challenge

To fundraise ahead of the British Transplant Games, 4-year-old Otis is taking part in the 100 Days Challenge and hopes to complete 100 laps on his bike! Read more

Published: 6th May, 2022

Author: Joanna Parker

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  • Jude's Ben Nevis climb raises thousands for Rob Burrow Centre for MND

    Jude's Ben Nevis climb raises thousands for Rob Burrow Centre for MND

    On the 22nd of June, Jude hiked 4,413 ft to the peak of Ben Nevis to raise funds for the Rob Burrow Centre for MND appeal in memory of her son Jody.

  • Search Laboratory raises over £18,000 for Leeds Children's Hospital

    Search Laboratory raises over £18,000 for Leeds Children's Hospital

    Abseiling down a multi-storey car park, running the distance from their offices in Leeds, New York and Austin and climbing the three peaks were some of the fundraising highlights over the past few years!

  • Naomi's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

    Naomi's Story: Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

    “I’m so excited about the prospect of the new MND centre at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and how this will enhance the care and support we can provide to our patients."

  • Annual golf day in memory of Norman Hunter ready to ‘tee off’ and raise thousands for local NHS hospitals

    Annual golf day in memory of Norman Hunter ready to ‘tee off’ and raise thousands for local NHS hospitals

    After the success of the inaugural event last year, which raised over £40,000 for Leeds Hospitals Charity to support cancer research in Leeds, Norman’s family decided to make this an annual event in his memory.

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  • Rob Burrow Centre for MND Appeal

    Rob Burrow Centre for MND Appeal

    Help us raise £5 million to build a specialist Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Care Centre in Leeds.

  • Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

    Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

    The Leeds Marathon is back after 20 years and is being renamed the ‘Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon’ in honour of rugby league legend and MND campaigner Rob Burrow MBE

  • The People's Woodland

    The People's Woodland

    in partnership with Leeds City Council, we are creating a fantastic new greenspace for the people of Leeds to enjoy.

  • Who We Are

    Who We Are

    We provide support for eight areas which include Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds Children’s Hospital, Leeds Cancer Centre, St James’s University Hospital, Chapel Allerton Hospital, Seacroft Hospital, Wharfdale Hospital and Leeds Dental Institute.

  • Leeds Hospitals Charity Lottery

    Leeds Hospitals Charity Lottery

    There’s 7 prizes to win every single week, with all other funds used to support hospitals in Leeds.

  • Standard Funding Application

    Standard Funding Application

    Application form for all non-research projects

  • Applying for Standard Funding

    Applying for Standard Funding

    We work closely with Leeds Teaching Hospitals to ensure funding is awarded to projects that will have the most impact on patient care and wellbeing, making best use of charitable donations.

  • Sponsor the Sparkle

    Sponsor the Sparkle

    Thank you for making our hospitals SPARKLE this Christmas!

  • Yorkshire Three Peaks

    Yorkshire Three Peaks

    Take on Yorkshire's three highest peaks and support our NHS Heroes!

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