Nottingham University Hospitals Charity
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- Typical grants
- £10,000 – £250,000
- Where they fund
- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust hospitals: City Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Ropewalk House, Nottingham Children's Hospital
- Applications
- Accepted
- How to apply
- Invitation only
- Decisions
- Quarterly
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nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.ukAbout Nottingham University Hospitals Charity
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity supports Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) by funding projects that go beyond what the NHS can provide. Its mission is to improve care, support staff and transform patient experiences at City Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Ropewalk House and Nottingham Children's Hospital. The charity focuses exclusively on enhancing the hospital environment and the wellbeing of patients, families and staff within the Trust. Established as an independent charity, it works in close partnership with NUH teams to deliver meaningful improvements across its hospitals.
What Nottingham University Hospitals Charity funds
The charity funds ideas that enhance patient experience, support staff development, improve staff wellbeing, and enable research and innovation. All grants are directed to NUH teams and departments working across the Trust's hospitals in Nottingham. Projects range from small responsive grants to larger strategic awards, covering areas such as patient comfort, staff training, wellbeing initiatives, and early-stage clinical research. The charity supports enhancements that go beyond core NHS provision, including equipment, environmental improvements, and innovative pilot projects that directly benefit patients, families, and staff at City Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Ropewalk House, and Nottingham Children's Hospital.
Who can apply
Only teams and departments within Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust can apply for funding. Applications are made by NUH staff through an internal process. The charity does not accept applications from external charities, community groups, social enterprises, schools, faith groups, or individuals. Grants benefit patients, families and staff across the Trust's hospitals. There are no income or size restrictions for eligible NUH teams.
What Nottingham University Hospitals Charity doesn't fund
The charity does not fund core NHS costs, projects outside Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust hospitals, or initiatives led by external organisations. It also does not support general community activities that take place outside the hospital setting. Funding is not available for statutory NHS services or for projects that duplicate existing provision.
How they like to fund
Grants are made directly to NUH teams and departments through an internal application process. The charity supports a range of project types, from small responsive grants to larger strategic awards, all focused on enhancing care and the hospital experience. Funding is provided for both one-off projects and ongoing initiatives, with a focus on making a tangible difference to patients, families, and staff.
How much does Nottingham University Hospitals Charity give?
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity runs 5 grant programmes. Every figure below is sourced from their published guidance.
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Those are the published figures. What your charity could realistically get — and whether you'd clear their rules on income, location and legal structure — is what the free fit check answers.
What Nottingham University Hospitals Charity funds — and what they won't
Funding ideas that improve care, support staff and transform patient experiences.
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How to apply to Nottingham University Hospitals Charity
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity takes applications via invitation only.
- Published programme route: by invitation only.
- Decisions are typically quarterly.
- Check whether your charity is in scope before you spend time on a full bid.
How it works
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Nottingham University Hospitals Charity provide?
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity runs 5 grant programmes — Patient experience - large grants over £25,000: £25,000+ · Responsive grants - small grants under £25,000: Up to £25,000 · Staff wellbeing - large grants over £25,000: £25,000+.
Where does Nottingham University Hospitals Charity fund charities?
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity funds charities operating in Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust hospitals: City Hospital, Queen's Medical Centre, Ropewalk House, Nottingham Children's Hospital.
Does Nottingham University Hospitals Charity accept unsolicited applications?
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity accepts unsolicited applications from eligible organisations. Current programme status is on this page — do not assume a round is open.
How do I apply for funding from Nottingham University Hospitals Charity?
Nottingham University Hospitals Charity takes applications via invitation only. Published programme route: by invitation only.
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