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  • Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new partnership with Charlotte’s Rooms to support families in hospital

    Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new partnership with Charlotte’s Rooms to support families in hospital

    The partnership, will see Charlotte’s Rooms raise funds in aid of Leeds Hospitals Charity to create welcoming, comforting spaces for families across Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Read more

  • Because of Play: Creating moments that matter at Leeds Children's Hospital

    Because of Play: Creating moments that matter at Leeds Children's Hospital

    Thanks to your generosity, there are now 42 Play staff working across Leeds Children’s Hospital, supporting hundreds of seriously ill children and their families. Read more

  • Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

    Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

    Rose had never taken much of an interest in gardening before and was amazed at how horticultural therapy helped on her journey to recovery. Read more

  • Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

    Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

    Discover 2-year old Robin's incredible journey at Leeds Children's Hospital. Learn how the Play Team transformed his experience during a challenging time. Read more

  • Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new partnership with Charlotte’s Rooms to support families in hospital
  • Because of Play: Creating moments that matter at Leeds Children's Hospital
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The difference donations make

Leeds Hospitals Charity is the charity partner of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We exist to support our hospitals make a real difference to patients, families and staff. Whilst our hospitals get basic funding from the government, your support helps NHS staff go above and beyond for patients and their families.

Thanks to your donations, we provide an average of £6.6 million in extra funding every year.

Each application is categorised into one of our funding priority areas.

Read more: Our funding priorities across Leeds Hospitals 

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Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new partnership with Charlotte’s Rooms to support families in hospital

Leeds Hospitals Charity announces new partnership with Charlotte’s Rooms to support families in hospital

The partnership, will see Charlotte’s Rooms raise funds in aid of Leeds Hospitals Charity to create welcoming, comforting spaces for families across Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Because of Play: Creating moments that matter at Leeds Children's Hospital

Because of Play: Creating moments that matter at Leeds Children's Hospital

Thanks to your generosity, there are now 42 Play staff working across Leeds Children’s Hospital, supporting hundreds of seriously ill children and their families. Read more

Published: 18th June, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

Rose had never taken much of an interest in gardening before and was amazed at how horticultural therapy helped on her journey to recovery. Read more

Published: 28th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

Discover 2-year old Robin's incredible journey at Leeds Children's Hospital. Learn how the Play Team transformed his experience during a challenging time. Read more

Published: 22nd May, 2026

Author: Andy Roberts

Finding moments of joy: How outdoor space helped Thomas stay close to his little girl

Finding moments of joy: How outdoor space helped Thomas stay close to his little girl

Thomas says spending time with his daughter in the courtyard and garden has made a world of difference during his hospital stay. Read more

Published: 20th May, 2026

Updated: 28th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Charity funded rehabilitation garden at Chapel Allerton Hospital helps patients heal beyond the ward

Charity funded rehabilitation garden at Chapel Allerton Hospital helps patients heal beyond the ward

Every year, around 500 people will benefit from the garden which gives patients the chance to reconnect with nature as part of their journey to recovery. Read more

Published: 19th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Bringing families together: support, connection and hope for rare diseases

Bringing families together: support, connection and hope for rare diseases

The Family Educational Support Day brought together clinical expertise, lived experience and community support. Read more

Published: 15th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Donations fund dedicated carer support worker at Chapel Allerton Hospital

Donations fund dedicated carer support worker at Chapel Allerton Hospital

The Carer Support Worker will work closely with the hospital ward teams to ensure carers are identified and are supported in the hospital journey. Read more

Published: 14th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Radiotherapy Play Specialist - Jacqui’s Million

Radiotherapy Play Specialist - Jacqui’s Million

"Play is a child’s language and in hospital it helps them communicate, ask questions and feel supported." Read more

Published: 13th May, 2026

Author: Danielle Ross

Together we can enhance dementia‑friendly care in hospital Emergency Departments

Together we can enhance dementia‑friendly care in hospital Emergency Departments

Thanks to donations, we have provided over £15,000 to fund a two-year pilot to improve the experience of people with dementia attending the Emergency Departments. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2026

Updated: 21st May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

How your donations enabled a specialist chaplain to support hundreds of patients at Leeds Teaching Hospitals

How your donations enabled a specialist chaplain to support hundreds of patients at Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Frin Lewis-Smith has been there to help patients facing some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Read more

Published: 6th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

A kinder way to care: how CBT is changing dental treatment in Leeds

A kinder way to care: how CBT is changing dental treatment in Leeds

Your donations mean that eligible patients who are referred to the dental institute will now be offered CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to help them get the dental treatment they need. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Together Newsletter: Spring 2026

Together Newsletter: Spring 2026

Discover inspiring stories from Leeds Hospitals Charity, including the Cancer Appeal, play support, and the Rob Burrow Centre for MND. Read more

Published: 30th April, 2026

Author: Andy Roberts

Beyond the clinic: supporting mothers through creativity and connection

Beyond the clinic: supporting mothers through creativity and connection

Participants are given a journal to capture their experience of pregnancy and motherhood through collaging, drawing, painting, poetry and more which becomes a special keepsake they can treasure forever. Read more

Published: 14th April, 2026

Updated: 15th April, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

From hospital hope to high street help: Leeds Hospitals Charity opens Morley shop with a purpose

From hospital hope to high street help: Leeds Hospitals Charity opens Morley shop with a purpose

A new Leeds Hospitals Charity shop on Morley high street will help ensure more families like Vicki’s receive the best possible care. Read more

Published: 19th March, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Joanna's Story: Transforming Radiotherapy in Leeds

Joanna's Story: Transforming Radiotherapy in Leeds

New technology to improve radiotherapy, offering kinder, safer treatment for patients like Joanna. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2026

Updated: 19th February, 2026

Author: Andy Roberts

Annabelle's Story: Transforming Radiotherapy in Leeds

Annabelle's Story: Transforming Radiotherapy in Leeds

New technology can make treatment for children like Annabelle less traumatic Read more

Published: 4th February, 2026

Updated: 19th February, 2026

Author: Andy Roberts

World Cancer Day: Our £1 million appeal to transform radiotherapy treatment

World Cancer Day: Our £1 million appeal to transform radiotherapy treatment

Donations will improve radiotherapy with SGRT and MapRT technology, providing accurate, kinder treatment for vulnerable patients. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2026

Updated: 17th March, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Donations help fund major study to track impacts of childhood blood disorders

Donations help fund major study to track impacts of childhood blood disorders

Thanks to your donations, we're funding a first-of-its-kind study looking at the lifelong effects of rare blood disorder diagnoses in childhood, led by the University of Leeds. Read more

Published: 20th January, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Innovative AI project aims to optimise heart failure screening programme for patients with pacemakers

Innovative AI project aims to optimise heart failure screening programme for patients with pacemakers

The research study, which began at the end of October, uses a handheld device which measures heart function using AI, allowing staff to easily screen for heart failure within a few minutes. Read more

Published: 9th January, 2026

Updated: 13th January, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

Rob Burrow Centre for MND Blog: Making Memories That Matter

Rob Burrow Centre for MND Blog: Making Memories That Matter

Sam Oakes, MND Family Supporter Worker talks about her role and how funding from Leeds Hospitals Charity helps her support patients and their families. Read more

Published: 5th January, 2026

Author: Joanna Parker

A year of staff wellbeing at Leeds Cancer Centre

A year of staff wellbeing at Leeds Cancer Centre

The project, aims to tackle work-related stress by setting up opportunities to participate in wellbeing support interventions. Read more

Published: 29th December, 2025

Author: Joanna Parker

New team members join The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

New team members join The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

Thanks to your donations, we're funding new roles at the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease. Read more

Published: 19th December, 2025

Author: Joanna Parker

A look inside the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

A look inside the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

Specialist nurse Claire Lang explores the Rob Burrow Centre for MND, showcasing the state-of-the-art facility at Seacroft Hospital. Read more

Published: 18th December, 2025

Author: Andy Roberts

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  • Research: Building Excellence in Kidney Research in Leeds

    Research: Building Excellence in Kidney Research in Leeds

    Application Window: 14 July - 28 September 2026 Proposals should aim to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease.

  • Research: Improving End of Life Care 26/27

    Research: Improving End of Life Care 26/27

    Proposals should aim to improve quality of care, and discharge, for people with palliative and end of life care needs in hospital.

  • From volunteer to Assistant Shop Manager: Fatimah’s journey

    From volunteer to Assistant Shop Manager: Fatimah’s journey

    While volunteering does not always guarantee paid employment, Fatimah believes the experience helped prepare her for the next step in her career journey.

  • Leeds cyclist raises more than £10,000 after world record-breaking ride around England

    Leeds cyclist raises more than £10,000 after world record-breaking ride around England

    Inspirational fundraiser Martin Mansell cycled the full perimeter of England finishing after 11 days and averaging 169 miles a day.

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  • Leeds Half Marathon 2027

    Leeds Half Marathon 2027

    Join Yorkshire's biggest half marathon on 9th May 2027 at Headingley Stadium. Run or volunteer to support Leeds Hospitals Charity. Book your place today!

  • The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

    The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease

    The Rob Burrow Centre for MND is now open! Your donations can help to support the MND service now and in the years to come

  • Could you leave a gift in your Will

    Could you leave a gift in your Will

    to Leeds Hospitals Charity? Do something extraordinary by leaving a gift to Leeds Hospitals Charity and help improve the patient and staff experience for years to come

  • Become a Friend of Leeds Hospitals Charity

    Become a Friend of Leeds Hospitals Charity

    Your monthly gift could help transform the lives of millions of local patients and families who use the hospitals every year.

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    Leeds Hospitals Charity Lottery

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  • We are the charity of Leeds Teaching Hospitals

    We are the charity of Leeds Teaching Hospitals

    We support NHS staff to deliver the best care for over a million patients and their families each year.

  • Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon 2027

    Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon 2027

    Join the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon 2027 to honour a legend's legacy. Run, relay, or go virtual to support Leeds Hospitals Charity. Sign up today!

  • Leeds Cancer Appeal

    Leeds Cancer Appeal

    Help raise £1 million to improve care at Leeds Cancer Centre. Support cutting-edge, kinder radiotherapy and transform cancer treatment for patients.

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    Arrange a donation collection

    Arrange a donation collection to help fund vital projects. Donate clothes, books, toys & more to our charity shops or schedule a collection today.

  • Standard Funding Application Form for non-research projects

    Standard Funding Application Form for non-research projects

    Find out more about the application process for all non-research projects and fill in the application form

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