IMPERIAL HEALTH CHARITY’S MAGAZINE SPRING 2021
GRANTS • ARTS • VOLUNTEERING • FUNDRAISING
PAGES 4&5 - Thank you to all our volunteers! We salute their incredible efforts one year on from the beginning of the pandemic.
FIGHTING FIT Terror attack survivor Stephen battles back for marathon race
GIVING BACK How we've used our share of Capt Tom's millions to help NHS heroes
HANDS ON Zoom workshops enable hospital staff to connect with creativity
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CHARING CROSS • HAMMERSMITH • QUEEN CHARLOTTE’S & CHELSEA • ST MARY’S • WESTERN EYE
Welcome to Focus to
BELOW: A volunteer provides hand sanitiser for a visitor arriving at the welcome station at Charing Cross Hospital.
Welcome to the Spring 2021 edition of Focus, the quarterly magazine from Imperial Health Charity. The phenomenal fundraising efforts of Captain Sir Tom Moore really cannot be overstated. In just a few months, he raised more than £33 million for NHS charities like ours by walking laps around his garden - an astonishing sum and surely the greatest fundraising achievement by a single individual there has ever been. I was fortunate enough to speak with Sir Tom live on television as he celebrated his 100th birthday last April, and I'm so glad I was able to thank him, on behalf of all NHS charities, for the unparallelled contribution he made to support our important work. Like everyone who has been touched by his remarkable story, I was saddened to hear of his death in February - but the enormous legacy he leaves behind will never be forgotten. In this edition of Focus, we've paid our own tribute to Captain Tom by showing how we used our share of his millions to provide vital support to NHS staff and patients affected by the pandemic (pages 8 and 9). Of course, it's not only Captain Tom's fundraising efforts that have made him a national hero. He became a symbol of kindness, compassion and courage in adversity, characteristics that have never before been so valuable. In embodying these traits, Captain Tom inspired millions more to look out for their neighbour, get involved with their local community and consider what they could do to support charitable causes up and down the country. We all owe him so much.
Ian Lush OBE Chief Executive, Imperial Health Charity
InFocus IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII MAIN: Musician Emma Stevens performs for a mother and her baby at St Mary’s Hospital
ABOVE: Thank you messages to our NHS heroes from students at Latymer Upper School.
Latymer school students salute NHS heroes A huge thank you to all the amazing students and staff at Latymer Upper School who have raised a massive sum for our Covid-19 Relief Fund by dressing up as superheroes in tribute to the NHS. The school raised an incredible £15,700 to support our emergency appeal. They even sent us a collage of kind messages for us to pass on to our NHS heroes! Dan Wright, Charities Co-ordinator at the school, said: "We asked our students and teachers to dress up as a favourite hero as a fun way to brighten up online learning and give everyone the opportunity to show off their outfits over a video call. Everyone was asked to donate a few pounds and we had the most incredible response. We're absolutely thrilled to have smashed our target of £15,000 and we hope that this money can help to make a real difference." Thank you to everyone at Latymer Upper School!
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Positive Post project delivers welcome boost for shielders
T Volunteers lend a hand to send gifts and treats to hospital staff Over 300 gift boxes filled with goodies and treats have been delivered to hard-working staff on the NHS front line. With fantastic support from our incredible volunteers, we packed and distributed the boxes to dozens of wards, departments and services across our five hospitals in March. Each package contained a mixture of luxury toiletries, wellbeing resources, small snacks and sweet treats to keep our NHS heroes going - one year on from the start of the pandemic. A team of volunteers offered their time to help us assemble the boxes before shipping them round to front-line teams at Charing Cross, Hammersmith, Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea, St Mary's and the Western Eye hospitals. We're indebted to the generous support of several corporate partners who kindly donated a range of items to be included in the gift boxes. We'd like to say a huge thank you to the following companies for making a contribution to support this project:
housands of shielding patients have received a selection of uplifting postcards as part of our latest arts engagement project. Working with staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we produced a set of four cards for renal and respiratory service patients featuring inspirational artworks by illustrator Erin Aniker. The cards also include supportive messages and ideas for creative activities that patients can do at home to boost their wellbeing. The 'Positive Post' project was initiated by Renal Support Worker Michelle Delon, who identified a need to reach out to a group of patients that had been particularly
affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, and the first set of cards was delivered to nearly 6,000 patients earlier this year. Alongside Aniker's bright and hopeful artworks, the cards include messages of support from NHS staff, guided meditation exercises, and a checklist of positive actions to help lift shielding patients' moods. Positive Post is just one aspect of our Creative Links programme - a series of creative activities and resources designed to support patients and NHS staff during lockdown. You can find out more about Creative Links on our website: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/arts/ patient-engagement-programme
Balmonds Bio Laboratories Clarins Contigo Crabtree & Evelyn Johnson & Johnson L'Occitane Starbucks Teapigs Visa Weleda Zing Erin Aniker – Meditate, 2020 (bottom image) & Hug, 2020 (top image) © The artist FOCUS • SPRING 2021 3
ABOVE: Crisis Response Volunteers have helped to distribute gift boxes to NHS staff, welcome visitors and deliver food and drink to patients.
Throughout the pandemic, our incredible volunteers have played a huge part in supporting staff and patients. During the challenging winter months, they were with us every step of the way once again.
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ur emergency response during the Covid-19 pandemic would not have been possible without the enormous contribution of our fantastic volunteers. Over the last 12 months, 583 Crisis Response Volunteers have stepped forward to join our team, contributing over 17,500 hours to help our hospitals. It's been described as the biggest crisis in the history of the NHS, and hospital staff have worked incredibly hard to provide outstanding care.
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But our volunteers have been side by side with them every step of the way, providing vital support on the front line. "The volunteers have been brilliant - confident, friendly, clear in their instructions and an absolute asset to our clinics," said Frits Klinkhamer, a Volunteer Supervisor at Hammersmith Hospital. "The support from the volunteers has been so important to us," said another NHS staff member. "I'm not sure how they got so much done!"
During the first wave last spring, our Crisis Response Volunteers helped us deliver more than 170,000 meals to front-line hospital workers, as well as stocking and staffing our pop-up shops providing supermarket essentials free of charge to our NHS heroes. And their efforts have been equally important since January this year, when a second spike in Covid-19 cases led to even greater pressure on hospital services. As well as welcoming visitors and running supplies around the
“The volunteers have been brilliant - confident, friendly, clear in their instructions and an absolute asset to our clinics” FOCUS • SPRING 2021
60 seconds with Luke Smyth Why did you decide to volunteer? I usually work in the travel industry but I've been on furlough from my usual role. Having seen the pressure on the NHS I was keen to help out, so I called various hospitals in my local area to offer my support. Imperial Health Charity was the first to come back to me, and after a swift application process I was offered a position as a Crisis Response Volunteer at St Mary's.
“I feel privileged to be a volunteer. It's great to feel like we're contributing to the NHS effort to fight Covid-19” hospitals, our volunteers have played an important supporting role at the staff vaccination clinics. Their contribution has helped to ensure over 36,000 healthcare workers have received their jab so far as part of the country's biggest ever vaccination campaign. As restrictions have gradually eased, we've also been able to re-introduce ward-based activities, with several of our volunteers delivering food and drink to patients at mealtimes. As well as dishing up breakfasts, lunches and dinners, volunteers have been busy making teas and coffees while providing company and
companionship to patients at a time when visitors aren't allowed. With staff stretched thin, our volunteers are a crucial point of contact for patients. "I feel privileged to be working with a diverse group of people from different career paths and backgrounds," said Crisis Response Volunteer Luke Smyth, who joined our team at the very beginning of the pandemic in April 2020. “There's a good sense of camaraderie among the volunteers and it's great to feel like we're contributing to the NHS effort to fight Covid-19." You can find out more about volunteering in our hospitals and how to apply on our website. Please visit: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer
What does your volunteering role involve? The role is flexible and no two shifts are the same, but I'm currently helping with two main activities: supporting the staff vaccination programme and helping as a Hospital Welcome Volunteer, which involves greeting people and helping them find their way around. Understandably, some people are less comfortable visiting a hospital in the current circumstances, so a friendly face greeting them at the entrance is often welcome. I ensure that I always bring a smile to the role - even with a mask on you can still detect a smile! What would you say to someone who is thinking of volunteering? I feel privileged to be working with a diverse group of people from different career paths and backgrounds. There's a good sense of camaraderie among the volunteers and it's great to feel like we're contributing to the NHS effort to fight Covid-19. Prior to last April I had never worked in a hospital before and I can certainly say that through volunteering I've improved my transferrable skills, which are applicable to my personal life as well as my career going forward.
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ABOVE: A grant from Imperial Health Charity covered the cost of essential equipment for the COBRA research study.
Research could pave way for bowel cancer 'breath test' S
cientists have taken one step closer to introducing a basic breath test for bowel cancer, thanks to a research study funded by Imperial Health Charity. Experts at Imperial College London are investigating whether the killer cancer can be detected in a person's breath. In a recent study of over 1,400 patients - the largest of its kind - researchers found that signs of bowel cancer could be identified in breath samples with a high degree of accuracy. After this important study, further trials could lead to breath tests being implemented in the future. Our grant of £67,000 enabled the trial to go ahead, covering the cost of custom-made breath analysis equipment. Dr Georgia Woodfield, who led the study, said the results of the trial were "exciting" and there was now a very real prospect of breath testing being introduced in the future. She said: "This study could not have happened without Imperial Health Charity's generous support."
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Why are breath tests better? Bowel cancer - also known as colorectal cancer - is among the most common cancers in the UK, killing more than 16,000 people every year. But when detected early, 92% of people survive the disease for five years or more. At the moment bowel cancer is mostly diagnosed by performing an endoscopy exam in hospital, which can be unpleasant. However, a simple breath test would be quick and comfortable for patients - and could be carried out at a GP's surgery, without the need for a hospital visit. The use of breath tests could also reduce waiting times so that those who need hospital treatment can access it faster. What did the COBRA trial find? Starting back in 2017, researchers analysed breath samples collected from seven London hospitals, looking for compounds linked to bowel cancer. During the study they detected 15 cancer-linked compounds. These findings pave the way for a second, larger COBRA trial, which is due to begin later this year.
Support our Lifestart Appeal and help us fund vital kit for pre-term babies On a neonatal ward, the first few moments of a baby’s life can be the most crucial. As they open their eyes to the world, mother and baby form an unbreakable bond while expert staff rush to provide the best medical care. But when a baby is born prematurely, they may need to be hurried away for lifesaving treatment - leaving parents cut adrift from their child. Neonatal teams face a dilemma - delaying the cutting of the cord gives the baby a better, healthier start in life, but when medical attention is needed urgently, they don’t have time to wait. Your support can help us fund mobile resuscitation equipment for neonatal staff Poppy's Fund is our specialist maternity fund, supporting staff at Queen Charlotte's & Chelsea and St Mary's hospitals. With your support, we'll purchase mobile resuscitation units for the neonatal teams at the two hospitals. Known as 'Lifestart trolleys', these remarkable pieces of equipment will enable staff to provide lifesaving care at the bedside - without the need to cut the cord straight away. This simple step can reduce a baby's risk of death by as much as 30%. How can I support the appeal? Donate on our website to help us reach our £8,000 target. Visit: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/ lifestart-appeal
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Westminster Bridge survivor Stephen to take on marathon after learning to walk again A
bystander who nearly lost a leg in the Westminster Bridge terror attack is set to run a marathon in honour of the NHS staff he credits with saving his life. Stephen Lockwood, from Oxfordshire, was visiting London with his wife, Cara, to celebrate his 40th birthday when he was struck by the attacker’s car in March 2017. After suffering severe injuries to his face, chest and leg, he was rushed to the Major Trauma Centre at St Mary’s Hospital, undergoing a four-hour operation and regular physiotherapy sessions to help him walk again. Now, as a way of thanking the NHS staff who cared for him, Stephen is aiming to raise £3,500 for Imperial Health Charity by taking on the Brighton Marathon this September.
“When I was lying in the hospital bed I made a promise that if they save my leg I will run a marathon” Stephen said: "It was a humbling experience, seeing how they operate and the work that goes into looking after each patient and their families.
ABOVE: Stephen Lockwood, with his wife Cara, were injured in the Westminster Bridge terror attack in March 2017.
"It made me determined to live my life the best I could after knowing how much effort had gone into saving it." By taking part in the challenge, Stephen, whose wife escaped the attack with bruises and a twisted ankle, hopes the achievement will help him close the door on a painful period in his life. "When I was lying in the hospital bed, I made a promise to myself that if they save my leg I will learn to walk again, I will learn to run again and I will run a marathon. Being in that bed in the trauma ward was like my starting line and once I’ve crossed the finish line of the marathon it will bring me some closure on this chapter of my life."
Stephen added: “Training is long, hard, and painful at times. I have to be careful and listen to my body - it's a slow process, building strength and stamina, and when I have the odd small injury I find it challenging to get over it as mentally it takes me back to the time I felt completely broken." Every penny Stephen raises will go to the Major Trauma Centre, helping the team offer the best possible care for seriously ill patients. The Brighton Marathon takes place on 12 September 2021. You can donate to support Stephen's fundraising efforts at www.justgiving.com/ stephen-lockwood1
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Thank you, Captain Sir Tom! How his fundraising feats have helped our hospitals
ABOVE: Captain Sir Tom Moore raised more than £33 million for NHS charities during the pandemic.
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he world's most remarkable fundraiser, Captain Sir Tom Moore, died in February at the age of 100. But his legacy lives on in hospitals up and down the country, where NHS charities have been using the proceeds from his incredible fundraising feats to support staff and patients throughout the pandemic and beyond. Working with NHS Charities Together, we've made sure our share of Captain Tom's millions has been put to good use. On the following pages, you can read about some of the vital projects we've delivered at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, which would not have been possible without Captain Tom's incredible fundraising efforts. From everyone at Imperial Health Charity, thank you Captain Tom! 8
URGENT SUPPORT TO THE FRONT LINE At the very beginning of the pandemic, funds from NHS Charities Together enabled us to provide urgent support on the front line at our hospitals. We quickly set up and ran three hospital shops, offering drinks, snacks and toiletries entirely free for NHS staff at a time when there was limited access to shops and supermarkets. We also delivered thousands of gifts, treats and extra resources, such as hand creams, moisturisers and sanitisers, to provide a morale boost and help those caring for patients in heavy and uncomfortable PPE.
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TRAINING FOR BAME AMBASSADORS We know that NHS staff from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities have been disproportionately affected during the pandemic. But funds from NHS Charities Together have helped us to invest in training a team of NHS staff ambassadors to tackle key issues affecting their BAME colleagues. We awarded a grant to the Multidisciplinary BAME Network at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust to deliver this vital training for staff across our hospitals, and the ambassadors will work to address and resolve disparities to create a more inclusive environment for all.
"One of the ambassadors said the training was one of the most valuable courses they had ever attended." Joselyn King, BAME Network Chair
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Sadly, a number of staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have died of Covid-19 during the pandemic – each of them hospital heroes who provided exceptional care to the most vulnerable patients in their hour of greatest need. Some of Captain Tom’s funds were used to help us make sure the families of those who died received immediate financial support during this unimaginably difficult time. Working closely with the Trust, we were able to make sure this vital support was available to families and next of kin as fast as possible.
Looking to the future, we want to make sure the hospital environment is as comfortable as it can be for NHS staff working under extreme pressure. In partnership with the Trust, we’ve committed vital funds to support a staff legacy programme, which will see improvements to dozens of staff rooms, kitchens, shower rooms and changing facilities in the months to come. Thanks to NHS Charities Together funds, this important project will ensure our hospital heroes have access to the facilities they deserve.
Easing mental health burden for NHS staff The pressures of the pandemic have placed NHS staff under enormous emotional strain and the demand for counselling and mental health services has increased dramatically over the last year. Captain Tom’s funds have enabled us to expand the counselling service for staff – CONTACT – so that many more hospital workers can access vital support. Between April 2020 and January 2021, CONTACT was able to refer over 700 staff members for oneto-one counselling support, with more than 3,000 hospital workers attending emotional wellbeing groups during that time. "There were days when I had never felt so tired," said Phsyiotherapist Riccardo Bario. "You feel completely exhausted at the end of the day because you're trying to hold together so many different things. It's been very difficult to switch off from work and actually take some psychological rest." Through our Covid-19 Relief Fund – and with generous support from NHS Charites Together - we’ve awarded over £450,000 since April 2020 to boost the number of counsellors and help the CONTACT team continue to deliver a rapid response service for those in the most difficult circumstances. “To look after other people you have to be able to look after yourself," added Riccardo. "The support has really helped me hold everything together and given me the awareness to recognise when too much is too much, when to step back and how to think in a situation where you’re feeling overwhelmed.”
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Donate towards campaign for an MRI scan to spot prostate cancer Nearly 50,000 men across the UK are diagnosed with prostate cancer ever year. It's the second biggest cancer killer of men, but it's treatable and curable if detected early. Unfortunately, the blood test commonly used to diagnose prostate cancer has been found to have poor accuracy and doesn't spot the signs soon enough. Now experts at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust have developed a different kind of test - a simple, non-invasive MRI scan called a PROSTAGRAM - which could speed up diagnosis and save many lives. Your support can help us fund a nationwide PROSTAGRAM study The team at Imperial College Healthcare, led by Professor Hashim Ahmed and Dr David Eldred-Evans, have led a successful pilot study involving 400 men - but a bigger nationwide trial is needed to test its impact across the UK. The study will cost £2.5 million to develop and implement, but each gift we receive will help us move a step closer to providing PROSTAGRAM screenings for every man - and the critical opportunity for early, non-invasive diagnosis. How can I support the PROSTAGRAM project? Thank you for considering making a gift towards the campaign. To make a donation or to find out more about the PROSTAGRAM project, please email our fundraising team at the following address: fundraising@imperialcharity.org.uk
ABOVE: Sue Burgis, Deputy Chief Nurse, has been a regular at our art workshops for Imperial College Healthcare staff
Art workshops help NHS heroes escape hospital pressures S
ue Burgis has played a critical role in the fight against Covid-19. As Deputy Chief Nurse at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, her role has involved preparing staff to be redeployed into critical care, providing guidance on how to use personal protective equipment and planning the launch of two mass vaccination centres in the local community. At times the pressures have been immense - but Sue has drawn strength from an unlikely source. "Art has been a fabulous escape for me," said Sue. "It's helped me to get through tough periods at work. Some days I can't wait to get home and carry on with a painting I've started." Sue is just one of the many NHS staff who have taken part in our regular art workshops during the pandemic.
“Some days have been extremely challenging but with art you can get completely absorbed in it”
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Led by Rhian Sutcliffe of creative arts organisation Paper Birch, the fortnightly evening sessions take place virtually, over Zoom, enabling staff to get involved with art from the comfort of their own home. For Sue, who studied art at school and enjoys visiting galleries in her spare time, the workshops have rekindled her passion for creativity and helped her take her mind off the pressures of the pandemic. "Some days have been extremely challenging and it’s been very stressful, but with art you can get completely absorbed in whatever it is you’re doing," she said. "For some people who've never done art before I'm sure it's inspired them to take it up from scratch. For me, it's relit that fire. Art has become my life now – and it's all because of the workshops." The staff art workshops are part of our Creative Links programme – a series of free virtual arts activities we’ve introduced to help everyone stay creative despite the restrictions of lockdown life. You can find out more at www.imperialcharity.org.uk/arts FOCUS • SPRING 2021
Tackling the complex health problems deepened by Covid Community organisations will receive a share of our £450,000 fund to improve the health and wellbeing of people in north west London most affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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orking in partnership with Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we've set aside the six-figure sum to support a new pilot project called Compassionate Communities. Local groups have been given the chance to apply for funding to help drive forward communityled projects designed to tackle health problems such as food poverty, poor mental health, digital exclusion, language barriers and misinformation. The new funding programme will also help to address some of the complex longer-term impacts of Covid-19 affecting communities in north west London.
Hannah Fontana, Compassionate Communities Programme Manager, said: "The pandemic has had a big impact on our hospitals this year, but Covid-19 has also deepened many complex health problems in our wider communities. "To help us tackle these issues, we want to connect with people across north west London who are already leading fantastic initiatives and really understand what our local populations need." A range of grants will be awarded to local organisations with a focus on supporting community-led projects that work with people who consistently experience health inequality and have been significantly affected by the pandemic. As well as awarding vital funding, extra advice and support will be provided to help community groups maximise the impact of their work and make their projects more sustainable. Find out more about our grants programme on our website. Visit: www.imperialcharity.org.uk/grants
Dates for your diary We're doing things a little differently this year, but there are still lots of exciting ways for you to get involved in fundraising events to support our work. Why not have a go at some of these great fundraising activities?
VIRTUAL LONDON MARATHON DATE: 3 OCTOBER 2021 This is your chance to be a part of the biggest marathon ever staged anywhere in the world. The virtual Virgin Money London Marathon will return this year, giving participants the opportunity to take on the world’s greatest marathon on the course of their choice. Runners in the virtual event will join a record 50,000 participants who will run the traditional marathon route from Blackheath to The Mall.
MARATHON WALK LONDON DATE: 4 SEPTEMBER 2021 Join us on a Marathon Walk around our capital city, taking in worldfamous sights as we trace a challenging 26-mile path through London. You'll set off early from our event hub, passing through peaceful parks and waterways before reaching iconic landmarks including the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. The Marathon Walk is a tough, one-day event - but if it's a little too far for you, you can also sign up for our half-distance option.
ROYAL PARKS HALF MARATHON DATE: 10 OCTOBER 2021 This stunning central London Half Marathon takes in some of the capital's world-famous landmarks and four of London's eight Royal Parks - Hyde Park, Green Park, St James's Park and Kensington Gardens. Whether you’re a weekend jogger or a seasoned marathon runner, you’re sure to have a great time while helping our hospitals.
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For more information about all our fundraising events, visit imperialcharity.org.uk/ fundraising-events or email fundraising@imperialcharity.org.uk
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Join our virtual WALK FOR WARDS event in July and take part wherever you like! Help our hospitals do more by signing up for WALK FOR WARDS, our annual sponsored walk event. This year's walk will be a virtual event, so that you can take part safely - wherever you like and at whatever time works for you during the month of July. Sign up for the event and we'll add you to our virtual Walk For Wards community, where you can share how far you've walked and how much money you've raised. Choose your distance, dust off your trainers and get walking. Anywhere and any time that suits you! We'll support you every step of the way, with tips to boost your fundraising. 12
I'm in! How can I sign up? This year's Walk For Wards is taking place throughout July, so there's plenty of time to get prepared. Start by contacting our fundraising team to get signed up for just £2. Email our fundraising team at walkforwards@imperialcharity.org.uk or call 020 3640 7766 and we'll help you get set up on our Walk For Wards virtual community. We'll also send you a welcome pack to get you started and a certificate to thank you for taking part. You can earn more rewards for hitting your fundraising milestones during the month of July. FOCUS • SPRING 2021
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How to give Make a donation We rely on your support to continue our important work. To make a donation, please visit www.imperialcharity.org.uk/donate or call 020 3640 7766.
Fundraise Do you have an idea for a sporting challenge or a sponsored event? Fundraise for Imperial Health Charity and we’ll support you every step of the way. For upcoming events and fundraising ideas, visit www.imperialcharity.org.uk/fundraising-events or call 020 3640 7766.
Other ways to get involved Volunteer Volunteers play an important role in supporting our hospitals. To find out more about our latest volunteering opportunities, visit www.imperialcharity.org.uk/volunteer or call 020 3005 6391.
Apply for funding Are you a member of staff at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust? You may be eligible to apply for funding. To find out more, visit www.imperialcharity.org.uk/grants or call 020 3006 5328.
About us Imperial Health Charity helps our hospitals do more through grants, arts, volunteering and fundraising. We fund major redevelopments, research and medical equipment as well as helping patients and their families at times of extreme financial difficulty. Supporting the arts in healthcare, we manage an Arts Council accredited hospital art collection and run an arts engagement programme for patients and NHS staff. We also manage volunteering across all five hospitals, adding value to the work of staff and helping to improve the hospital experience for patients. Fundraising through major appeals and community events enables us to continue our important work.
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