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Excited to take part in your challenge?

Whether you’re walking, running, cycling, or doing something completely unique, we’re so glad to have you on board. Taking on a challenge is a brilliant way to push yourself, have fun, and raise money that makes a real difference to others.

And we’re here to support you every step of the way.

To help you get started, we’ve put together a FREE fundraising pack full of useful tips, ideas, and resources. From setting up your fundraising page to spreading the word and staying motivated, it’s packed with everything you need to make your challenge a success.

By taking part, you’re helping to support NHS staff across Lothian as they go above and beyond for patients every day. Your efforts will help fund projects that enhance patient comfort and care, support staff wellbeing, and advance life-changing research. Thank you for being part of something so meaningful.

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It’s never too early to set up your fundraising page and start to raise money!

Find out how generous donations from our supporters have helped to make a difference for patients and families:

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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