Your Event. Your Way. Our NHS.

You don’t need to run a marathon or be an expert event‑planner to make a difference. A lunch with friends, a charity raffle, a walking challenge or an annual dinner can all become a powerful way to show your appreciation.

Let us know your plans and we’ll support you with ideas, materials and a FREE fundraising guide so you can focus on your passion or bringing people together. Thank you for choosing to do something positive for your local NHS and your community.

Fundraise Your Way – Ideas That Inspire

You don’t need to plan something big or complicated, but if you love a challenge, go for it! Every fundraiser, from a small gathering to personal adventure helps support patients and staff across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Here are some ideas to help spark your imagination:

🎉 Social & Community Events

Turn time with friends, family, colleagues or neighbours into fundraising:
• Host a lunch or dinner — ask guests to donate instead of bringing gifts
• Organise a quiz night with a small entry fee and prizes
• Put on a ladies’ afternoon tea or coffee morning
• Run a raffle or auction for donated prizes from local businesses
• Hold a themed party — quiz, decade night, games evening
• Host a ball or a ladies lunch
These are great if you love bringing people together.

🏃 Challenges and Personal Feats

If you enjoy a challenge, use it to support your local NHS:
• Climb a hill or Munro, walk a long-distance route or do a step challenge
• Cycle or run a sponsored distance — solo or with friends
• Take on a fitness goal — swim, dance, yoga marathon
• Set a monthly wellbeing mission — 30 days of movement or classes

Push yourself and let your supporters join in your journey.

💛 Everyday & Personal Fundraisers

Simple, meaningful activities can really add up:
• Birthday or celebration fundraiser — host a party, ask friends to donate in lieu of gifts
• Sponsored silence/read-a-thon — turn something personal into purpose
• Art, craft or hobby sale — sell creations and give the proceeds
• Dress down day at work — raise funds with a fun twist

Even small efforts can make a big difference when friends and community get involved.

👩‍💼 Workplace & Group Fundraising

Get your team, club or school involved:
• Team challenge days — step, walk, fancy dress theme, bake sale
• Office competitions — bake-offs, quizzes, bring-and-buy stalls
• School fundraising weeks — sponsored activities, creative contests
• Community group events — host in your hall or club space

Working together makes fundraising more fun and more impactful.

Reel Stories – Real Inspiration

🎯 How It Works

Taking the first step is easy:

Think of something you’d enjoy — big or small
Tell us your plan using our simple form
Set up a fundraising page (we’ll show you how)
Share your story with friends and family
We help you with ideas, tips and materials

You don’t need everything figured out — we’re here to make it fun, supported and rewarding.

Why It Matters

When you fundraise for NHS Lothian Charity, you’re helping fund:
• Projects that improve the day-to-day experience for patients
• Comfort and care enhancements beyond what core NHS funding covers such as transforming hospital wards or gardens or purchasing new innovative equipment.
• Staff wellbeing and support initiatives, caring for those who care for us and our loved ones.
• Local services that matter to you and your community such as Welfare Advisors Income Max Benefits advisors that are helping patients with their finances at hospital to prevent financial hardship.

🎉 Ready to Get Started?

Whether it’s a lunch with friends, an ambitious challenge or something totally your own — we’re here to help you every step of the way.

👉 Tell us about your event

Let’s turn your idea into meaningful support for our NHS in Lothian.
involved regardless of the size of your organisation, or whether you are working remotely. It’s a great excuse for some team building, and all for a good cause.