Royal Papworth Hospital Charity

The charity supports projects that take place at Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge, covering equipment, research, training, and project delivery. Equipment funding helps acquire specialist devices for heart and lung care, such as diagnostic tools or surgical instruments. Research grants advance clinical and laboratory studies into cardiology, respiratory medicine, and transplantation, including work at the hospital's research institute. Training funds enable staff to develop skills in advanced treatments and patient care. Project delivery supports service improvements, pilot models, and initiatives that enhance patient experience or staff welfare. All funded activity must be based in Cambridge and align with the hospital's strategic priorities, which centre on cardiothoracic excellence and innovation.

The charity only funds projects based at Royal Papworth Hospital. Applications are not accepted from external charities or organisations; instead, projects are initiated by hospital staff, departments, or honorary contract holders. The charity supports adults with advanced cardiovascular and respiratory conditions, their families, and hospital professionals. All funded activity must take place in Cambridge and be aligned with the hospital’s strategic priorities. The charity does not support community or grassroots initiatives without a direct hospital connection.

The charity does not accept unsolicited applications from external charities or organisations. It does not support community or grassroots initiatives without a direct hospital connection. It also does not cover unrestricted core costs for outside groups. Funding is reserved exclusively for projects at Royal Papworth Hospital.

The charity funds equipment, research, training, and project delivery. It does not accept unsolicited applications from external charities; funding is directed through internal hospital processes. All projects must align with the hospital’s strategic priorities.