Frequently Asked Questions

Where do the donations go?

Your donations fund world-leading medical equipment, pioneering research, training and improvements to the environment across UHCW NHS Trust and CWPT NHS Trust. Visit stories to see how your donations make a difference

Can I raise funds or donate to a specific department or appeal?

Yes! Let us know the value of your donation and where you would like it to go. We will be happy to discuss with you where support is most needed and how we can help you to make this happen, contact us here

Can I donate presents at Christmas?

Yes, but we do ask people to consider donating virtually through our Penguino’s Winter Wonderland or contacting us about making a donation to a specific area so staff can buy gifts/activities they need most for patients.

If you want to donate gifts or toys they must be brand new, in sealed packaging and not wrapped  (Although we will accept new rolls of wrapping paper).  Please contact the Charity Team to discuss before purchasing and to arrange a delivery slot (Please do not visit the charity hub without an agreed date and time).

We are unable to accept second hand goods/toys/clothes/books, alcohol, aerosols, hot or refrigerated food or unwrapped/unlabelled products (no home baking and food must be in individual packaging).

UHCW Charity – Christmas Gifts List – Paediatrics Guide 2021

UHCW Charity – Christmas Gifts List – Adults

You can contact us here for more details.

What are the rules for donating gifts e.g. food, toiletries, hampers etc. for hospital staff?

If you want to donate snacks, drinks or toiletries please contact the Charity Team to discuss before purchasing and to arrange a delivery slot (Please do not visit the charity hub without an agreed time). We are unable to accept aerosols, hot or refrigerated food or unwrapped (food must be individually wrapped)/unlabelled products (no home baking). Due to Infection Control rules we are not able to accept and distribute PPE. You can contact us here for more details.

Can I purchase and donate specific items or equipment?

Please speak to us if you have an item in mind as we can ensure that it meets our clinicians requirements

Can I make a regular donation?

Yes please! By making your regular donation you will be providing ongoing support for our staff, our patients and their families

Can I leave the charity money in my will?

Yes. A gift in your will enables you to make things better for your loved ones in the future

Are you registered with the Fundraising Regulator?

Yes, we are registered and abide by the fundraising code of practice for all our fundraising activities

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