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
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
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
“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
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
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
“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
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
“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
We’ve contributed over £58,000 to fund a pioneering clinical trial, for kidney transplant patients right here in Leeds. Read more
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
Leeds Hospitals Charity has today added its name to a charter aimed at helping employees who become terminally ill at work. Read more
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
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
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
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
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
We have recently been made aware of people working in West Yorkshire posing as fundraisers from Leeds Hospitals Charity. Read more
“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
"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
“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
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
Cancer patient Jacqui has raised over £300k for Leeds Hospitals Charity to support staff and patients at Leeds Cancer Centre. Read more
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