Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is the official charity of
We manage more than 300 funds for equipment, research, treatment and patient care,
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Get involved
There are many ways to support NHS services; get involved with our events, hold your own event, or join #TeamHealthCharity for a running challenge
First of all, sign up to our newsletter! That way we can keep you updated on our big events such as the Cardiff Bay Bed Push Challenge, Cardiff Bake Off or one of our fabulous charity nights!
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If you’re interested in setting yourself a challenge or love a night out dancing, we’re bound to have something that suits you.
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Volunteer for us
We also have all sorts of opportunities for volunteers. If any of these sound appealing, please let us know.
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Your Impact
We manage more than 300 funds for equipment, research, treatment and patient care, so that your donations can support work and projects that are over and above NHS funding.
None of your donation replaces NHS money; every penny is spent by consultants, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, on items they know will bring extra benefit to our patients.
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Latest News
16 Oct 2025
Thea’s London Marathon Mission
“The London Marathon has always been on my radar. I’ll be running in honour and memory of my mum.” Thea, a nurse in the Care Home Liaison Team within…
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10 Oct 2025
The “Wish I’d Done Some Training” Tour 2025
In September 2025, three determined cyclists – Mark Wyatt, Andrew Pearce, and Ryan Emmanuel – took on a 120-mile challenge from Cwmbran to Villa Park, Birmingham, in support of…
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02 Oct 2025
Cheer on our Cardiff Half Heroes!
This Sunday, the streets of Cardiff will come alive with energy, determination, and community spirit as our amazing team of runners take on the Cardiff Half Marathon, all in…
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29 Sep 2025
2025 Pink Tie Gala Dinner Postponed
It is with sincere regret that we must inform you that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Pink Tie Ball will not be taking place this year. We understand how…
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25 Sep 2025
Running to give back
On October 5th, Charlie Hughes will return to the Cardiff Half Marathon, driven by a personal challenge and a meaningful cause. Charlie, a Senior Communications Officer working on Electronic…
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24 Sep 2025
Gifts in Wills transform Cardiac Services staff areas at University Hospital of Wales
Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is proud to share a remarkable success story this World Heart Day, showcasing how charitable gifts in wills have helped transform the working environment…
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15 Sep 2025
August’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to July’s Staff Lottery winners. Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in this amendment form. Sign up by October 15th…
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15 Sep 2025
Cardiff & Vale Health Charity Celebrates 20 Years of the Staff Lottery Scheme – Over £3.7 Million Raised for Staff, Patient and Community Projects
This September marks a major milestone for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity as it celebrates 20 years of the Staff Lottery Scheme, a fundraising initiative that has transformed staff…
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21 Aug 2025
Splott District Community Team to Run Cardiff Half Marathon 2025 in Support of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity
A passionate group of healthcare professionals from the Splott District Community Team will be taking part in the Cardiff Half Marathon 2025, raising funds for Cardiff & Vale Health…
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20 Aug 2025
Cycling for Beth – Supporting The Prop Appeal
In October 2023, Ryan’s mum Beth suddenly became seriously ill. She was rushed to hospital and, within a day, transferred to The Harefield Hospital in London—a specialist heart centre—where…
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12 Aug 2025
Millie’s Mission: A Family’s Gratitude in Action for T4 Neurosurgical High Care Unit
Two years ago, Millie and her family experienced a life-changing event when their mum suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm. It was a traumatic time filled with uncertainty, but thanks…
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05 Aug 2025
Stride by stride: Joe Supports Cardiff & Vale Health Charity Through London Marathon 2026
“My stammer doesn’t define me — but running the London Marathon will. It’s a statement of strength, resilience, and the power of pushing past personal barriers.” Joe, a Physiotherapy…
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01 Aug 2025
Mia Hodges to take on the London Marathon 2026 in support of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity
“It’s not just a marathon – it’s an experience. A bucket list moment. And I’m proud to be doing it for a cause that means so much to me.”…
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25 Jul 2025
July’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to July’s Staff Lottery winners. Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in this amendment form. Sign up by October 15th…
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22 Jul 2025
SuperMegaDraw is Coming – Win £25,000 This November!
Get ready for the biggest prize in Staff Lottery history! This November, one lucky winner will take home a whopping £25,000 in the Health Charity’s SuperMegaDraw! And that’s not all…
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18 Jul 2025
June’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to June’s Staff Lottery winners. Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in this amendment form. Sign up by the end…
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11 Jun 2025
May’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to May’s Staff Lottery winners, including our SUPERDRAW winner! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in this amendment form. 2nd –…
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20 May 2025
Charity fixture at Cardiff City Football Stadium raises over £34,000 for Prop Appeal
On Friday 9th May, Cardiff City FC hosted a unique football match, bringing back former Bluebirds and international stars, together with current players for what turned out to be…
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16 May 2025
Oh, What’s Occuring at Bright Idea, Barry?!
Gavin and Stacey-themed Art Exhibition 24th May – 27th September 2025 All artwork created by local talented artists Juliet Bright, local gallery owner has set up a Gavin and…
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14 May 2025
1 Mountain. 10 climbs. 24 hours. Done.
Hats off and congratulations to #TeamHealthCharity Bevan, Lauren, Kim, Mike & Mike, Michelle, John, and Philip for completing the incredible 10yFan challenge! For those unfamiliar, 10yFan is a challenge…
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02 May 2025
Friend’s English Channel Swim for the Critical Care Unit and Phoenix 681 FC, a Parkinson’s Disease Football Team.
Iain Bevan and Gareth Davies are taking on the challenge to swim the English Channel to raise money and awareness for Critical Care Unit and Phoenix 681 FC, a…
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02 May 2025
Staff Lottery April Winners
Many congratulations to April’s Staff Lottery winners. Four lucky winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in…
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30 Apr 2025
“My amazing daughter died of a sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 26”
On Wednesday, December 28, 2016, the life of the Nokes family changed forever. Claire Nokes, described as a bubbly, funny and hard-working young woman, suddenly collapsed at a friend’s…
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30 Apr 2025
March’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to March’s Staff Lottery winners. Four lucky winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Want to amend your numbers? Fill in…
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09 Apr 2025
B Fit – 10 Workouts. 10 Hours.
On Friday April 4th, the B Fit Community challenged themselves to completing 10 workouts in 10 hours to support the Louie Stokes Fund at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity….
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02 Apr 2025
“I’m happy to get involved, the Charity is close to my heart.”
10 climbs. 24 hours. 1 cause. Graduate Management Trainee, Bevan Howells, will be climbing Pen y Fan 10 times in 24 hours on May 10th for Cardiff & Vale…
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01 Apr 2025
Cardiff City XI vs All Stars XI
Football fans are invited to a very special event at Cardiff City Stadium on Friday, 9th May. Kicking off at 6.30pm, a Cardiff City Select eleven, captained by Joe Ledley, will…
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13 Mar 2025
Public Health Team members to take on tough 10YFan challenge for charity
Two members of the Cardiff and Vale Public Health Team are set to don their hiking boots for a gruelling charity mountain climb this May. Health Promotion Practitioner Kimberley…
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12 Mar 2025
February’s Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to February’s Staff Lottery winners. Four lucky winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Don’t forget, May will see the SuperDraw…
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05 Mar 2025
10YFan 2025 – 10 Climbs / 24 Hours / 1 Cause
With just over 2 months to go, we are thrilled to share that this May, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity has 8 extraordinary supporters ready to take on the…
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17 Feb 2025
January Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to January’s Staff Lottery winners. Five lucky winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. Don’t forget, May will see the SuperDraw…
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13 Feb 2025
Healthy Hearts launched at Ton-Yr-Ywen Primary School
Ton-Yr -Ywen Primary School have launched their Healthy Hearts Campaign this month, with activities planned for February 14th, Healthy Hearts Day. Love, love, love! For the second year in…
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13 Feb 2025
£9,000 Superdraw this May!
This May you could be in with a chance of winning £9,000 in the Health Charity’s Staff Lottery SuperDraw! If that isn’t enticing enough, there’ll also be five £1000 winners throughout the month too! What are…
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15 Jan 2025
December Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to December’s Staff Lottery winners. Four lucky winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a member? You can sign up here. 6th – £1,000 to Karen Jones, Hafan…
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20 Dec 2024
Helping our most vulnerable young people this Christmas
This year, our Christmas campaign centred around a donation drive for our Looked After Children services who cater to our most vulnerable young people throughout Cardiff and the Vale…
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20 Dec 2024
Carys completes IronKids!
Happy Christmas to year 5 student Carys Callan who we welcomed to UHW and who recently completed the IronKids Run in Tenby fundraising challenge to support the Critical Care…
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19 Dec 2024
November Staff Lottery Winners
Many congratulations to November’s Staff Lottery winners. One lucky member, who wishes to remain anonymous won the jackpot £24,000! Plus, five winners bagged themselves £1,000 each! Not yet a…
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28 Jul 2022
Free Ice Cream Helps Staff Beat the Heat
To say thank you to staff at the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board hospital sites who had to work during the recent heatwave, the Staff Lottery Bids Panel…
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