Making lives better.

We exist to support local hospitals and help make patients’ lives better. From funding life-saving equipment and research that improves treatments and outcomes, to creating comforting spaces and supporting wellbeing, we help enhance care for thousands of people every year.

You can help us make a difference, where it matters most.

From funding life-saving equipment to creating comforting spaces and supporting staff wellbeing, we help to improve care for thousands of people every year. Your support makes a difference to patients, loved ones and NHS staff.

By supporting our charity, you could help us to:

Fund life saving equipment

Support NHS Staff Wellbeing

Fund projects which enhance the hospital environment

Fund research and training projects

Real stories, a huge impact

We are very grateful to our wonderful supporters who undertake challenges and fundraise for us. Here's some of their stories.

Chris Takes on London Marathon to Support Nightingale Macmillan Unit in Derby

Chris Dornan, from Derby, is gearing up to conquer the London Marathon later this month in a bid to raise funds for the Nightingale Macmillan Unit, situated at The Royal Derby Hospital. Securing a coveted spot in this year’s marathon through the ballot, Chris is determined to use the opportunity to support the unit, driven by personal ties as his partner, Hannah, serves as a senior sister there. “I chose to raise funds for the unit as the team there work so hard day-to-day to ensure all patients receive the best care possible and that their families are well supported during their time in hospital”, said Chris.

Every Mile for Grandma: Ousman’s Marathon Mission

Ousman Khizer has set himself a lifelong challenge to run all six world major marathons. It’s an extraordinary goal that demands time, resilience and determination, but every mile he runs will be in memory of someone very special – his beloved grandma, Sakina Bibi

The friendliest place on the planet: how the NMU helped Eleri live her final chapter

The Nightingale Macmillan Unit (NMU) at the Royal Derby Hospital is a specialist palliative care unit that provides comfort, dignity and personalised support to patients nearing the end of life. Funded in part by charitable donations, the NMU offers more than just clinical care, it provides holistic therapies, creative activities and a warm, welcoming environment where families can spend their final precious moments together.

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Making lives better

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£10 Could help us bring joy and comfort to our youngest patients in difficult and confusing times.

£20 Could fund music on wards, and in departments, to create calm and reflection.

£50 Could support our staff to access wellbeing activities and training.

Play our lottery and be in with a chance to win £500

Playing is simple. Playing our lottery is a fun and exciting way to improve the lives of patients and staff within our five hospitals.

For every £1 entry, we’ll allocate you a unique 6 digit number.
Each week we will have guaranteed winners of:-

One top prize of £500
Two prizes of £50
Five prizes of £10
Plus the chance of winning £2,000 in our seasonal super draws.

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£1 a week for 1 entry

About Air Arts

Our Air Arts team delivers a year-round programme of exhibitions, performances and creative workshops across our hospitals. These activities are designed to improve wellbeing and enhance the hospital experience for patients, staff and visitors.