TRUSTS & FOUNDATIONS

Give poorly hearts a fighting chance. Partner with Children’s Heart Surgery Fund.

Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF) is dedicated to supporting all those cared for by the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit, a world-class centre offering life-saving care for children and adults living with congenital heart disease.

But we can’t do it alone. Grants from trusts and foundations like yours are instrumental in helping us achieve our key aims…

CLOSE ACCORDION
Equipping the future

We fund cutting-edge medical equipment, ensuring the Unit stays at the forefront of paediatric congenital cardiac care.

Healing hearts and minds

We create a positive, comfortable environment for young patients by funding play therapy programs and distraction equipment.

Supporting families

We provide holistic emotional support and vital resources for families facing financial hardship during a child’s hospitalisation, including accommodation and travel assistance.

Investing in tomorrow

We fund research initiatives to develop new techniques and technologies and support the training of clinicians, shaping the future of congenital cardiac care for patients of all ages.

The region we support

Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF)

Registered charity number: 1148359
Company limited by guarantee number: 8152970

WHAT WE FUND…

Support for families: May 2025

Support for families: May 2025

"This month we have reflected on connections. We tend to focus on positive outcomes in terms of a successful surgery, a family going home after a long admission or the speedy recovery of a patient - but we sometimes forget those small wins and bonds formed through CHD...

Support for families: April 2025

Support for families: April 2025

In April 2025, as well as the incredible day-to-day support from our Family Support team, we're shining a light on our youth support work and the care given to families staying with us long-term on the ward. Every month brings new families, challenges and stories, and...

PICU Staff Room Upgrade

PICU Staff Room Upgrade

Thanks to your donations, the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit staff room received a much-needed update to its décor, appliances, facilities, seating and storage. A huge thank you to Lauren Nuttall, family and friends for their significant contribution towards this...

Ready to make a lasting impact?

Get in touch today to discuss how your foundation’s grant can make a real difference in the lives of children – and patients of all ages – with congenital heart disease. Let’s create a future where every child has the chance for a healthier and a brighter future.

EVELYN HAZZARD
Trusts & Foundations Manager
Tel: 07719 963 715
Email: evelyn.hazzard@chsf.org.uk

My working days are Tuesdays to Thursdays