Our Jawsome duo take the plunge
Read more on page three 21 FEBRUARY 2025
WelcometothecharityeditionofProudNews
In this issue, we celebrate the incredible efforts of our supporters who go above and beyond to raise vital funds for the Charity.
From heartfelt tributes to life-changing care, your generosity and participation helps enhance patient experience and improve our services.
We’re thrilled to bring you stories of the amazing work made possible by you - our incredible supportersthrough the Charity.
We’re enthused to introduce our Inaugural Walk on LEGO challenge and an unforgettable Shark Dive, plus exciting team opportunities like Dragon Boat Racing.
Discover how your support makes a real difference, with inspiring examples of how donations are spent.
Thank you for your dedication together, we’re making a lasting impact on the lives of patients and their families. Stay involved, stay inspired, and let’s keep making Barnsley proud.
Jane Mills
Charity Development Manager
DIVEWITHSHARKS
On 23 March, supporters will be taking part in Barnsley Hospital Charity’s first ever shark dive. Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far.
23 MARCH 2025
ONLY 3 MORE PLACES LEFT
Blue Planet Aquarium, Ellesmere Port, CH65 9LF
Some-finaboutsistersChrisandGill
Head of Quality and Clinical Governance Gill Feerick enlisted sister Chris to dive into shark-infested waters to raise money for Barnsley Hospital Charity.
Completely unprompted, the pair invested in shark costumes, sharing photos and a funny video of their antics with their family, friends and colleagues.
Donate to JAWSOME duo Chris and Gill on their JustGiving page
It paid huge dividends as the pair have already exceeded their fundraising target! Their bravery is helping a fantastic cause, and now you can join them.
Three spots are still available for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you’re ready to conquer your fears and make a real difference, sign up today!
Support Gill and Chris with their fundraising on the link above, or take the plunge yourself — because some risks are worth taking. For more information, call 01226 431650 or email barnsleyhospitalcharity@nhs.net
LegoWalk
Another charity first is walking on LEGO. In previous years we have walked on fire and glass and we always want to challenge our supporters with something new, so LEGO it was.
You can take part by raising a minimum of £25 and the event is open to all ages.
We are delighted to announce that this event is open to children from the age of five.
So why not get you and your family together and join us for our first event of 2025?
Did you know?
Any team who work or volunteer for Barnsley Hospital can apply for funding from Barnsley Hospital Charity
Buildingsupport
Charity Supporter Katie Saxton said:
“Myself, my six-year-old daughter Lilly-Mai, 12-yearold nephew Carter, and sister-in-law Becky are taking on the Lego walk to give back to the incredible breast department.
Both my mum and I have received care from them—my mum during her skin cancer diagnosis and myself after developing sepsis following my daughter’s birth.
The staff’s kindness, thoroughness, and support have been truly lifechanging.
This is our way of saying thank you and ensuring others receive the same outstanding care.”
Didyouknow?
IfyouworkatBarnsley
Hospitalyoucanbecomea regulargiverandsupport thecharityeachmonth
Donate pennies
Sign up to Microhive (formerly Pennies from Heaven)
Round down your monthly salary to the nearest £1 with a donation of your pennies each month.
The maximum amount you can give is 99p from every payslip and whilst a small ask of each of us, together we can make a big difference to our charity.
Donate your pennies
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Donate a regular amount
Sign up to a regular monthly deduction (min £1 donation) from your salary to support staff initiatives.
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Some of the initiatives your donations fund:
Complementary therapies for staff
Dedicated support for hospital staff from Citizens Advice Barnsley Cavell Star Awards
SprintintoSummer-jointhe Barnsley10k
Due to popular demand we have increased our number of Barnsley 10k places. We will have 77 places to celebrate the 77th year of our amazing NHS.
About the race
The race starts at 9am on Sunday 29 June 2025. The start line and finish line will be at The Glass Works in Barnsley town centre. Sign up here to make a run of it
