About us Latest News The Power of Philanthropy: Christmas 2025 Hello, As the year draws to a close, we are reminded of the kindness and generosity that continues to shine across Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Thanks to the remarkable support of people like you, Leeds Hospitals Charity has helped to deliver many exceptional projects throughout 2025 that will continue to make a positive difference to patients and their families for many years to come. In this Christmas edition, we are proud to share how your support is transforming lives through extraordinary acts of philanthropy. Thank you for helping us to improve the hospital experience for so many people during the last 12 months. You have our heartfelt gratitude. What your support looks like Tattoo-less Radiotherapy Transforms Cancer Care Thanks to £600,000 from our generous supporters, Leeds Cancer Centre now offers tattoo-less radiotherapy using Surface Guided Radiotherapy technology. This advanced system allows more than 1,800 breast cancer patients each year to receive more accurate and compassionate treatment without permanent skin markings. Patients like Leanne have already noticed the difference, saying she is grateful for care that focuses on precision, comfort and dignity. This innovation is redefining patient-centred care in Leeds. Read more The Prince of Wales officially opens the Rob Burrow Centre for MND His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales officially opened the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) at Seacroft Hospital on Thursday 20th November. Prince William spent time with Rob’s family and friends, in addition to clinicians, research consultants, project teams and donors, giving recognition to this supportive community. We are immensely grateful to everyone who has supported the creation of the Rob Burrow Centre for MND and to Prince William for officially opening the new centre. An unforgettable day for everyone involved. Read more Honouring Toby Through Meaningful Change We are deeply grateful to the Tobias Crowther Foundation, who have donated over £11,000 in memory of Toby to support patients in Neuro Critical Care. Their generosity has funded two specialist chairs that will help some of the most vulnerable patients begin early rehabilitation after brain injury, improving comfort and outcomes. Toby’s family shared how proud they were to give back to the team who cared for him, and their kindness will continue to make a real difference for others. Read more How you can help Helping Tiny Hearts Beat Stronger – Reenie-May’s Story When Reenie-May was born with a hole in her heart, her family feared she would need open-heart surgery. Thankfully, surgeons were able to repair it using keyhole surgery guided by ultrasound imaging, allowing her to return home the very next day. We now hope to fund a new £150,000 ultrasound system with a specialist 3D probe, designed for the tiniest patients. This technology will transform heart surgery for hundreds of babies and children across Yorkshire, helping them recover faster and thrive. Get in touch with our team to learn more As we reflect on another season of remarkable generosity, we are reminded that every act of giving helps shape the future of healthcare in Leeds. From buildings that bring peace to innovations that save lives, your support ensures that patients and families receive the very best care. Together, we are not only funding projects but also planting seeds of hope that will grow for years to come. Thank you for everything you make possible. We can’t wait to share more inspiring stories with you in the next edition. To find out more about joining our growing community of philanthropic supporters please contact [email protected] Manage Cookie Preferences