Before you get started
- How will you use the funds I raise?
Newcastle Hospitals Charity supports initiatives that help to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, people and wider communities through compassionate and innovative healthcare, education and research.
Your fundraising will help us to fund projects that further enhance the quality of care provided at Newcastle Hospitals for our patients and their families; support the wellbeing and development of our staff; aid pioneering clinical research and engage our local communities.
You can find out more about how we spend funds and the impact they have.
- How can I get involved?
We have all sorts of events and activities for you to take part in. There are physical challenges like runs, hikes and swims. Or why not organise a bake sale, a golf day or get your whole school involved in a fundraising activity? There are so many ways you can get involved. Check out all of our fundraising events and activities.
- Can I organise my own fundraising event or activity for Newcastle Hospitals Charity?
Of course, you can do your own thing. Whatever you chose to do, we’re here to support you with your fundraising. From resources and ideas to online fundraising tips.
- How can I register my fundraising?
Complete our fundraising registration form online or email [email protected] and a member of our friendly fundraising team will be in touch shortly.
Fundraising online
- How do I set up an online fundraising page?
It’s quick and easy to set up an online fundraising page and a simple way to get friends and family to sponsor you! Our preferred fundraising page is JustGiving. Simply head to their website and follow the guidance below:
• Log on to JustGiving to set up the page at www.justgiving.com/newcastleupontynenhs – please double check this is Newcastle Hospitals Charity (Reg. 1057213)
• Select ‘Fundraise for Us’ and create your page
• Personalise your page with your reasons for fundraising and pictures
• Use your full name if you can so that your friends can identify you
• Search for and select Newcastle Hospitals Charity as your charity. If you are fundraising for one of our main funds e.g. The Great North Children’s Hospital or The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, search for them and they will appear as a campaign run by Newcastle Hospitals Charity
• Let us know your postal address when prompted if you want us to keep in touch
If you need any help with setting up your page, please call 0191 213 7235 or email [email protected]
- How do I show offline donations on my page?
JustGiving has helpful instructions on adding offline donations to your page.
- How do I get the funds from my page to you?
Any money donated through JustGiving is paid directly to the charity within three weeks. This is cost-effective for the charity and makes collecting sponsorship easier for you.
- Do you receive all the money given through my online fundraising page?
Most online giving sites charge a small transaction fee from the Gift Aid they claim on behalf of the charity. This amounts to a very small percentage and using these sites is still a very cost-effective way for you to fundraise. If you wish to make a large donation, please contact our Charity Team who can advise the best way to do so. Please call 0191 213 7235 or by email [email protected]
Fundraising offline
- How do I fundraise offline?
You can organise a cash collection. Get in touch with our fundraising team on [email protected] to request branded collection tubs and download our sponsorship form so you can collect donations and Gift Aid declarations.
- Can you claim Gift Aid on the money I have raised?
Donations from UK tax payers are worth an extra 25p for every £1 donated at no extra cost to you!
For us to be able to claim Gift Aid, you need to check that the sponsor or donator is a UK taxpayer, record their home address, postcode, and donation amount, and make sure they tick the Gift Aid box on your sponsorship form or fundraising page.
Please note that we are unable to claim Gift Aid on ticket sales, raffle sales, corporate sponsorship, and sale of goods or auction proceeds. We also cannot claim Gift Aid on payments from companies.
- Where can I get matched giving?
Many large commercial organisations are willing to ‘match’ contributions made by their employees who are either making donations to, or fundraising on behalf of, a registered charitable body, effectively doubling the donation. Check with your employer to see if they offer this.
Fundraising materials
- Can I get materials to help promote my fundraising and raise awareness of the charity?
We’ve got branded banners, vests, pin badges and collection tubs. If you would like any of these materials to support your fundraising event / activity please email our friendly fundraising team on [email protected]
We have created a range of digital materials. Simply find your favourite design then download it as a PDF. The best thing is, they’re all completely free.
LINK TO DOWNLOADABLE MATERIALS TO FOLLOW
After your fundraising event/activity
- How do I pay in my fundraising?
Thank you so much for your fundraising efforts for Newcastle Hospitals Charity! Find out how to pay in your fundraising money.
- How can I share my story with Newcastle Hospitals Charity?
We love to hear your fundraising stories and sharing them is a great way to encourage other supporters to fundraise and raise the profile of our Newcastle Hospitals Charity. If you have a story to share please contact us on [email protected] or contact us on our social media channels below.
Twitter/X: Newcastle_NHS
Facebook: NewcastleHospitalsCharity
Linked In: NewcastleHospitalsCharity
Instagram: newcastle_nhs
Other ways to support Newcastle Hospitals Charity
- How do I set up a monthly donation?
By setting up a regular gift today, you can help make a difference to the lives of thousands of patients, their families and our staff and Newcastle Hospitals. It’s very quick and easy to do. Set up a regular gift today online or contact us on [email protected]
- How do I donate unwanted clothes?
Through our partnership with ECS Textiles supporters are able to turn their unwanted clothes into donations to support staff, patients, visitors and the wider community of Newcastle Hospitals. You can request a collection on our website or call 0191 654 0014
- How do I donate foreign currency?
We have partnered with Cash4Coins to help supporters turn their unwanted foreign currency and old UK coins and notes into donations for Newcastle Hospitals Charity. You can drop off your leftover foreign currency whilst visiting our hospitals at one of our cashiers offices. We have a cashiers office at both the Royal Victoria Infirmary and Freeman Hospital. Alternatively, you can send it directly to Cash4Coins via their FREEPOST service.
- What is EasyFundraising?
EasyFundraising partners with over 8,000 brands who will donate part of what you spend to Newcastle Hospitals Chairty. It won’t cost you any extra. The cost is covered by the brand. Simply sign up and shop with your favourite brands.
- How do I donate gifts to patients and staff?
We can only accept brand new and unused items to distribute to patients and staff. If it is a food item such as Easter Eggs and selection boxes, we can either accept these to be used for fundraising purposes supporting the Great North Children’s Hospital or donate these to staff and adult patients as the children wards can’t accept these. Any queries, please get in touch with our fundraising team on [email protected]
- How do I leave a gift in my will?
A gift left in a Will is one of the greatest honours a charity can receive. When you include a gift to Newcastle Hospitals Charity in your Will, you are saying a forever thank you to help support patients, staff and the wider community of the North East. If you have any questions or require further information please contact us on 0191 213 7235 or by email [email protected]
