Grants and Funding
Find out about the wider support we offer through our grants programme.
CHSF fundraises to provide resources, equipment and support outside the scope of the NHS. NHS employees working within the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit and region are elgible to apply for funding through CHSF’s dedicated grants programme. We work flexibily and collaboratively to understand the needs of the Unit, and we ask that all applications align with CHSF’s vision of empowered lives for everyone born with congenital heart disease in our region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I discuss my application with you before I apply?
Yes, please contact the team at info@chsf.org.uk and we will arrange, where appropriate, a conversation with the CEO and other members of CHSF staff.
Do I have to report back to CHSF after I receive my grant?
Yes, by accepting funding from CHSF you agreed to give evaluation of your project and feedback from staff and patients where applicable.
Do I need to notify my manager if I work for the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust before I apply?
Yes, you must notify your manager/senior member of staff as we will be contacting them for further information/references.
How much can I apply for?
CHSF awards grants ranging from £50 to over £100,000. Submitting applications for grants over £10,000 are subject to agreement from the CEO.
How often can I apply?
You can apply each calendar year, and potentially for more than one project each year. However, you must first have sent us reports we have requested for previous grants we have awarded to you.
When should I apply?
Please apply as far in advance as possible. It can take CHSF up to 12 months to raise funds for projects, particularly large items of equipment, once applications have been approved. We have high success rates in this approach.
Who can apply?
Anyone who supports or cares for babies, children and adults with congenital heart disease in Yorkshire, the Humber, North East Lincolnshire and North Derbyshire can apply to CHSF for a grant.
