Last chance to secure your place in The Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Places are still available for the Hairy Haggis Relay, 10K, 5K and junior runs on the 23rd/24th of May 2026! Don’t delay! *Full and half marathon places are now closed*
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A special space to share memories, stories, and photos that bring comfort during difficult times.
Find out moreNHS Lothian Charity is the official charity of NHS Lothian.
From the everyday to the transformational, we support NHS Lothian to excel for all the communities it serves: patients, families, carers and staff. Together, we help make healthcare better. We are dedicated to supporting NHS Lothian patients and staff, and improving health and wellbeing for the people of Edinburgh and the Lothians.
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Latest news stories
A round up of festive activities from our FACE fundrai…
It’s been a truly special festive season for our FACE fundraising group, filled with memorable moments, heartfelt generosity and festive cheer across the community.
Local Café Owner Donates Entire Day’s Takings to Su…
Fadi Bacheet, owner of Bliss House Café, Meadowbank is spreading festive cheer this Christmas by pledging an entire day’s takings on 24 December to NHS Lothian Charity’s Secret Santa Appeal.
National ‘Elf Service Day Brings Festive Fun and Inc…
NHS Lothian Charity’s annual National ‘Elf Service Day proved to be a huge success, spreading festive cheer while raising lots of money to support patients, families, and staff across NHS Lothian.
Community Spirit in Action: Rotary Club Steps Up
Members of the Rotary Club of Whitburn have proudly raised £5,000 inspired by the personal experiences of the NHS by multiple club members and their families.
Upcoming events
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026
Run the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival and support life-saving projects across NHS Lothian. Take advantage of our heavily discounted charity places and secure your spot today.
Kiltwalk 2026
Claim your FREE place for the Kiltwalk! Take on an epic Kiltwalk challenge, get behind your NHS and change lives […]
TCS London Marathon 2026
Take on the challenge of a lifetime! Run the TCS London Marathon, to bring comfort to patients and support life-saving […]
Women’s 10K – Glasgow
Far more than just a 10K …. Whether you’re running for a loved one, for your own wellbeing, or to […]
Featured case studies
Sammy the Sloth: Helping Children Feel Safe, Confident and Connected After a Diabetes Diagnosis
A new diabetes diagnosis can feel frightening and overwhelming for children and their families. It’s a lot for young people to take in and process, especially when they don’t know anyone else living with diabetes, or with a diabetes monitor.
How Donors are Helping Young Adults with Chronic Kidney Disease Feel Seen, Supported and Less Alone
For young adults living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), life can feel isolating. Hospital appointments dominate everyday life, plans are interrupted by fatigue, and many struggle to explain their condition or hide it completely out of fear of being treated differently.
Wee Move Event: Helping Children with Cancer Rediscover Confidence, Joy and the Freedom to Play
“I definitely came home with my heart full.“
Staff from across the hospital volunteered their time because they believed in what the day represented: a reminder that childhood doesn’t stop during treatment, it simply needs space, understanding, and compassion to flourish.
Giving staff the time, space and support to learn together: Falls Learning Conference 2025
Falls remain a leading cause of injury, loss of independence, and hospital admission among older adults in Lothian.
Make a Difference: Volunteer with NHS Lothian Charity
Are you passionate about our NHS? Do you want to find a way to give something back to your local community and your local NHS?
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, develop skills and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. Join our team of amazing volunteers today.
We are currently experiencing some issues with our fundraising phone lines.
Please contact us via email: [email protected]
We hope to have them back up and running by tomorrow (Friday 27th) 🙂
Join our SPECIAL Valentines staff lottery draw to be in for a chance of winning £3000 plus the chance to win 25 other cash prizes! 💜
Sign up by the 1st of March👉
*Please note the lottery is only available for NHS Lothian staff*
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Let us know what changes you would like to make to your staff lottery entry
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Calling all NHS Lothian Staff!
Our staff newsletter has landed and we would love for you to read it! 👀
View it here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/nhslothiancharity/staff-newsletter-february2026-13367356
We are enhancing the NNU & Postnatal unit in the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, with some bright and engaging artwork by Kimberly Carpenter! So far, we have had a staff engagement session to hear what staff would like to see included in the artwork. Stay tuned for updates! 🤩
This year we are celebrating YOU, our supporters and donors!💜
Valentine’s Day is all about kindness and care, so what better day to share the love with our wonderful supporters.
View our thanking video 👉
Thank You 2026
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Cupid called. He said your odds are looking good! 💜
Join our SPECIAL Valentines staff lottery draw to be in for a chance of winning £3000 plus the chance to win 25 other cash prizes!
Sign up by the 1st of March👉
Staff Lottery - Let's Get Started - NHS Lothian Charity
Let us know what changes you would like to make to your staff lottery entry
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Less than 3 days until our next Green Health event!
Where we will discuss the potential of volunteers on the NHS estates.
Come join us on the 11th of February at 12pm.
Find out more and sign up:
Green Health Network Event
The latest in our series of networking sessions to connect people and practice across NHS Lothian and beyond.
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Callum raised an amazing £8,363.52 to help improve areas for neurological patients.
He said: "I owe my life to the Royal Infirmary and the DCN especially. The people who work there are a true credit to the NHS."
Read the full story 👉
From Recovery to Generosity: Former Patient, Callum, Raises Thousands to Help Improve Experience...
Callum has raised an outstanding £8,363.52, which will go towards creating a more welcoming environment for patients ...
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Thanks to funding from us, surgeon Morven Allan led a breakthrough study into the FUT2 gene + bowel cancer risk. Her early findings could lead to less invasive testing and earlier detection.
💙 Support life‑saving research. Donate today:
#WorldCancerDay
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Supporting NHS Lothian patients and staff has never been more important, and we can’t do it without donations from kind people like you.
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