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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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Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027
Run the 2027 Edinburgh Marathon Festival and support life-saving projects across NHS Lothian. Take advantage of our heavily discounted charity places and secure your spot today.
TCS London Marathon 2027
Use your own ballot place or apply for one of our charity places and take on the challenge of a lifetime! Run the TCS London Marathon, to bring comfort to patients and support life-saving projects.
Kiltwalk 2026
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Every day at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre, life-changing conversations take place. The Breast Unit at the Centre is the largest and busiest in the UK, with around 840 people diagnosed with breast cancer each year. For nearly one in three patients, the cancer has already spread or returned.
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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 have counted all totals and are extremely excited to announce that the final total raised from the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 is over £44,000! 🎊
Thank you to all of our amazing runners, we are in awe of every single one of you! 🤩 You are all true #CharityChampions
Are you thinking of taking on a new challenge? Why not take part in the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on the 13th September.
We are offering you a FREE place to join our team of Kiltwalkers!
Sign up now before they run out:
Kiltwalk 2026 - NHS Lothian Charity
Join our NHS Lothian Charity Kiltwalk Team, and make a difference to NHS Lothian patients, their families and staff.
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Did you miss out on the TCS London Marathon ballot? We have TWO charity places for Sunday 25th April 2027. And one of them could be yours! 👀
Applications are NOW OPENED:
*Applications close at 11:59pm on the 22nd of July
TCS London Marathon 2027 - NHS Lothian Charity
Take on the challenge of a lifetime! Run the TCS London Marathon in aid of NHS Lothian Charity and support life-saving projects across NHS Lothian.
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Happy Birthday to the NHS! 🥳
We are grateful to be apart of the celebrations by being @NHSLothian's official charity.
Get in early and secure your spot for 2027’s full marathon, half marathon, the Hairy Haggis Relay, 10K or 5k. This is Edinburgh’s biggest race, you don’t want to miss out!
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027 - NHS Lothian Charity
Set a personal goal, run the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival and support life-saving work across NHS Lothian.
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This is your LAST CHANCE to sign up for our special NHS Birthday Draw of the Staff Lottery! Be in for a chance to win £3000!!
Sign up now: https://ow.ly/HTzB50ZiLf3
It is brilliant to see these charity- funded new soundproof solo booths installed at the Education Centre at St John’s Hospital.
A simple, practical addition, but one that will make a real difference to day-to-day working on site.
Did you know we are offering an EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT for EMF 2027?
Sign up today to take part in one of the many runs taking place next May!
Hurry, the discount won't last forever!
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027 - NHS Lothian Charity
Set a personal goal, run the 2026 Edinburgh Marathon Festival and support life-saving work across NHS Lothian.
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