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Welcome to this exciting edition of Charity Proud News!
We’re thrilled to bring you stories of the amazing work made possible by you - our incredible supportersthrough Barnsley Hospital Charity.
In this issue, you’ll find out just how close we are to reaching our £250,000 breast care target in just nine months.
You’ll also discover how you can get involved in a range of events from dragon boat racing to golf or even support us by donating an old or unwanted bra in our Bra Bank at the Charity Hub or buy a raffle ticket for a £1 to help make a difference for our patients.
We hope you enjoy the read and feel inspired to get involved.
Jane Mills
Charity Development Manager
Congratulations to Jane and her partner Lee for their incredible Kilimanjaro Challenge.
Jane Schofield trained for the challenge on her breaks walking up and down the stairs from the basement to floor 8 in the hospital while Lee who works for South Yorkshire Police walked the police dogs he cares for.
heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported our Breast Care Appeal.
Your generosity and encouragement have brought us closer than ever to our goal.
We are now on the final push to reach our £250,000 target, with an incredible £216,000 already raised.
This milestone would not be possible without the kindness of our community, and we are so grateful for every donation, shared message, and act of support.
plenty of ways to get involved and help us cross the finish line.
You can sign up for our Golf Day on Friday 26 June, Dragon Boat Race on Sunday 5 July, purchase a raffle ticket from our Charity Hub or our volunteer stalls, or support our bra recycling initiative by dropping off an old bra at the Charity Hub.
Every contribution, big or small, will make a real difference to transforming our Breast Care Unit.
Thank you for standing, jumping, running, walking or flying with us and helping to make this appeal such a success!
PlaneCrazyforaCause!
This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate two incredible groups of supporters who are quite literally taking fundraising to new heights by wingwalking!
On Easter Sunday, Julia Juhasz, Ruth Hitchins, and Luke Callaghan will be the first to step up, bravely climbing aboard for this unforgettable experience.
Then, on Sunday 21 June, Tim Spackman and Sarah Newbold joined by a team of external supporters will follow in their footsteps, soaring through the skies for a fantastic cause.
Wingwalking is no small feat, and we are beyond proud of their courage, determination, and commitment.
Thank you to all our wingwalkers - you inspire us all! Their willingness to push boundaries and take on such a daring challenge truly embodies the spirit of our community. We encourage everyone to show their support and cheer them on as they prepare for their flights.
You can learn more about their journeys and contribute to their fundraising efforts by clicking to donate.
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SKYDIVINGCOLLEAGUES
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Ben Dockerill, Sarah Hickey and Chloe Frost from the Healthy Lives team are taking to the skies on Friday 24 April 2026. The team told us “We are skydiving for Barnsley Hospital Charity to raise money to support the patients that the healthy lives team see. This will help provide essential resources that enhance their hospital experience and provide them with the support they need during difficult times.”
Communications & Media Officer Em Shepherd had only started with the Trust a few weeks before registering is joining the team along with porter Luke Callaghan, taking on his 3 skydive along with external supporters! rd
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Em, Chloe, Sarah, and Ben
Make a splash for a great cause!
CallingAllTeams: DragonBoatRace–Sunday5July
We’re inviting all teams to take part in our exciting Dragon Boat Race on Sunday 5 July.
Whether you’re representing a ward, department, or group of colleagues from across the trust this is your chance to come together, have fun, and raise vital funds for your chosen area of the hospital.
Sign up your team today and be part of something truly special!
It’s also a fantastic opportunity to help us power forward in support of our Breast Care Appeal every paddle brings us closer to the finish line.
No experience is needed just enthusiasm, team spirit, and a willingness to get involved. You can also recruit family and friends to take part too!
Let’s race together, fundraise together, and make a real difference together.
Thankyoutoallour DragonBoatsignups!
A big thank you to the hospital teams who have signed up so far for our 2026 Dragon Boat race on Sunday 5 July 2026!
We can’t wait to support you on the day and see who will be crowned 2026 Barnsley Hospital Charity Dragon Boat winners:
Paediatric ED & Childrens’ Assessment Unit Ward 21
Intensive Care Unit
Get on Board!
All you need is: 17 team members (16 paddlers and 1 drummer) A good sense of humour
To say you aren’t competitive but really you are!
Rundayatatime
Running for charity is about much more than crossing the finish line it’s about making a real difference while improving your own health and wellbeing.
From boosting physical fitness and mental resilience to giving runners a powerful sense of purpose, taking part in events for a good cause can be incredibly rewarding. Many runners say knowing they are fundraising for others keeps them motivated through training and race day nerves, while also bringing communities together in support of a shared goal.
A huge thank you goes out to everyone who has already signed up for the Barnsley 10K, with more than 78 runners set to take part and raise vital funds.
Your support will help make a meaningful difference to patients, families and staff.
If you’re feeling inspired, there’s still time to get involved, with a couple of places for both the Barnsley 10K in June and the Great North Run this September, offering another fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a great cause.
Sign up for a run
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, every step taken helps change lives.
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Whatwehavefunded
Thanks to the generous support of staff, volunteers and external supporters we are proud to have supported these charity-funded initiatives:
Ward 17 mural and blinds
Ward 17 and 18 staff room
Staff Network Connect Event
Support for chemotherapy patients and staff training
Paediatric Ward and Childrens Assessment Unit bed boards
Friends and Family Test Feedback Kiosks
Ward wheelchairs
And it’s all thanks to you and your generous support...
Ward information files
RITA (Reminiscence Interactive Therapy Activities)
device for AMU
Website design for The Well
Receptionist for The Well
Volunteers annual social event
Refurbishment of Ward 33/34 landing
100 activity boxes for patients who require enhanced care
Television for Discharge unit
Care without Walls programme
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Barnsley Hospital
Charity has partnered with Sheffield Mutual in a first-of-its-kind collaboration.
The partnership will support projects that enhance patient care, staff wellbeing and hospital facilities, with donations linked to Sheffield Mutual’s savings and investment products helping to
Howitworks
Choose any Sheffield Mutual savings or investment product
Use introducer code 'SMBHC' when you apply
Once your policy has been active for a month, we'll make a corporate donation to Barnsley Hospital Charity
Check out how you can start saving or investing here
TUESDAY 28 APRIL
8:30AM - 6:00PM
EDUCATION CENTRE
We’re very proud to support the Wellness Festival, and encourage everyone to come along and have a go on the ‘The Triple Threat Tournament’ hosted by BPL to support our patients.
For just a £1 you can try and achieve the highest score on Bowls, Kurling and Table Tennis Rally - prizes to be won!
Text BPL to 70085 to donate £1
Texts will cost the donation amount plus one standard network rate message.
Cash and card machine donations will also available on the day.
Find out more about the Wellness Festival on the Hub
Didyouknow?
IfyouworkatBarnsley Hospitalyoucanbecomea regulargiverandsupport thecharityeachmonth
Donate a regular amount
Sign up to a regular monthly deduction (min £1 donation) from your salary to support staff initiatives.
Sign up help make a difference each month. 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
Sign up for Microhive
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Some of the initiatives your donations fund
Complementary therapies for staff Transformations to staff rooms and relative rooms across the trust Cavell Star Awards
