University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity
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- Typical grants
- £1,000 – £25,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- Rolling (no fixed deadline)
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uhdcharity.orgAbout University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity is the official charity for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, established in April 2021 from the merger of Bournemouth and Poole Hospital Charities. Rooted in compassion, excellence, and innovation, it enhances patient care and staff wellbeing at Royal Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole Hospitals. The charity funds facilities, equipment, and initiatives that go beyond core NHS budgets, responding directly to the needs identified by clinical teams and patients. Its work is driven by a commitment to patient-centred projects, staff development, and community partnerships, aiming to make a tangible difference in the local healthcare environment.
What University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity funds
The charity supports a broad range of healthcare enhancements across the three Dorset hospitals. This includes dementia care resources, inpatient activities, tranquil outdoor spaces, cutting-edge medical equipment, and capital projects such as diagnostic expansions and cancer treatment facilities. Staff wellbeing programmes are also funded. All projects are focused on improving patient experiences and working environments, with a strict geographic remit covering Royal Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole Hospitals, and extending to nearby locales within Dorset.
Who can apply
Funding is primarily directed to internal priorities within University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. Clinical teams and staff can propose projects that directly benefit patients or the working environment. The charity also collaborates with local health charities, but only through direct contact to ensure alignment with hospital needs. Beneficiaries include patients of all ages accessing the hospitals and the Trust's employees. Unsolicited applications from external organisations are not accepted.
What University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity doesn't fund
The charity does not fund core operational costs or activities unrelated to the hospitals' remit. All funding must directly enhance patient care, staff wellbeing, or the hospital environment within the specified Dorset sites.
How they like to fund
Funding is provided on a needs-led basis, with the charity working proactively alongside hospital teams to identify and support priority projects. It does not accept unsolicited applications; instead, funding is directed internally or through direct partnerships with local health charities. The charity also facilitates donor-directed giving, ensuring every contribution drives tangible NHS enhancements.
How much does University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity give?
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When to apply, and how long their decisions take.
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How to apply to University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
- A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
- If you cannot apply directly, shortlist open funders with a similar focus instead of writing into a closed door.
- Decisions are typically rolling (no fixed deadline).
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity provide?
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity typically provides grants of £1,000 - £25,000.
Where does University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity fund charities?
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Does University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity accept unsolicited applications?
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity?
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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