SHARE YOUR STORY

Children’s Heart Surgery Fund exists to support local heart warriors and their families. There is no better way to explain our charity than using a powerful story – like yours.

Please share your experiences to help others realise they are not alone, and spread awareness of congenital heart disease and the pioneering work of the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit.

We promise to use your story to positively promote CHSF’s cause across the wider region.

To share your story, fill in the information below, and we will be in touch for any further details.

REAL STORIES

Andy | London Marathon 2026

Andy | London Marathon 2026

With the London Marathon just days away, thousands of runners will be taking on 26.2 miles through the capital - each for their own very personal reason. We’re incredibly proud of the runners who are part of #TeamCHSF this year, and are pulling on their trainers to...

Tizzie | London Marathon 2026

Tizzie | London Marathon 2026

With the London Marathon just days away, thousands of runners will be taking on 26.2 miles through the capital - each for their own very personal reason. We’re incredibly proud of the runners who are part of #TeamCHSF this year, and are pulling on their trainers to...

Ollie | London Marathon 2026

Ollie | London Marathon 2026

With the London Marathon just days away, thousands of runners will be taking on 26.2 miles through the capital - each for their own very personal reason. We’re incredibly proud of the runners who are part of #TeamCHSF this year, and are pulling on their trainers to...

James | London Marathon 2026

James | London Marathon 2026

With the London Marathon just days away, thousands of runners will be taking on 26.2 miles through the capital - each for their own very personal reason. We’re incredibly proud of the runners who are part of #TeamCHSF this year, and are pulling on their trainers to...

Mark | London Marathon 2026

Mark | London Marathon 2026

With the London Marathon just days away, thousands of runners will be taking on 26.2 miles through the capital - each for their own very personal reason. We’re incredibly proud of the runners who are part of #TeamCHSF this year, and are pulling on their trainers to...

Zephyr

Zephyr

In this blog, Zephyr’s parents Phil and Poppy share their family’s journey from an AVSD diagnosis at the 20‑week scan through premature birth, hospital stays and surgery, to getting Zephyr ready to head home. He also reflects on the practical support Children’s Heart...