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Your stories

Our supporters often share the most amazing stories with us about what inspired them to raise money to support NHS Lothian patients and staff. You can read some of these stories below:

Supporter stories

Moray Law and Sam Slight from the Transplant Trekkers at Edinburgh Kiltwalk

Moray’s Story: From Patient to Volunteer to Fundraiser

When Moray Law, his son, Alasdair, and friend John Mortimer, signed up to take part in the Big Stroll at the 2025 Edinburgh Kiltwalk, their goal was simple: to give back to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh’s Transplant Unit – the team that had changed their lives.

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Neil Chalmers and Grant Aitken smiling at the camera after the Edinburgh Marathon Festival

Neil and Grant’s Story: Running with a purpose – from couch to 5K to marathon

For Neil and Grant the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025 marked another milestone in their ongoing commitment to supporting our treasured NHS – and another year of running with purpose.

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Purple Butterfly Project team taking on the Kelpies Experience

Royal Edinburgh Hospital Staff Scale The Kelpies to Support Families During End-of-Life Care

A team of nurses and clinical support workers from the Royal Edinburgh Hospital (REH) scaled Scotland’s iconic Kelpies to raise money for the Purple Butterfly project, a heart-warming initiative designed to bring comfort and dignity to families during end-of-life care.

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EMF runner, Beth, running past the crowds in her NHS Lothian Charity t-shirt

Bethany’s Story: Running in Memory of Nanni Diana

In May 2025, Bethany Hitchen laced up her running shoes for her very first marathon at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival – not just to challenge herself physically, but to honour the memory of her beloved Nanni, Diana, and to give back to the NHS teams who cared for her.

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Got a story to share?

If you’re undertaking a challenge or would like to say thank you to the amazing NHS staff who cared for you or a loved one, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Tu Edwards, our Community and Events Fundraiser.