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LATEST NEWS
Running for a Reason: Louise
Bradford-based adult patient Louise McCormick received open heart surgery aged 7 at Killingbeck Hospital. Now 41, Louise celebrated her 40th year by completing an enviable set of running fundraisers for CHSF in 2024. She isn’t taking her foot of the pedal this year...
Support for families: January 2025
At CHSF, we know that a hospital stay can be overwhelming, and the impact of congenital heart disease (CHD) extends beyond medical treatment. That’s why our Family Support team is there to provide practical assistance, wellbeing support and moments of respite to...
Alfie’s Story
17-year old Alfie’s family found out he had congenital heart disease (CHD) when he was just 2 months old. Following multiple procedures, Alfie is now enjoying life both as a teenager and keen LUFC supporter, as mum Kirsty tells us: “Alfie was only 7 weeks old when we...
COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING
Finley’s Christening
Tamra, mum to heart warrior Finley, asked for donations at Finley's Christening as a way of giving back to CHSF... "At seven months old, it was time to get Finley Christened. We wanted to put an extra special touch on his day by including Children's Heart Surgery Fund...
Fundraiser of the Month: Ashley’s Tuck Shop
"While our time at Leeds was extremely difficult, it was made so much easier through the help of Children’s Heart Surgery Fund." Ashley is mum to heart warrior Autumn, who had heart surgery at the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit when she was just 13 hours old. 16 months...
Heart mum Sarah is daring the drop for her 50th Birthday
"This year, I am doing the abseil for CHSF to celebrate my 50th Birthday and my daughter Charlotte’s 10th Heart Day!"Our daughter, Charlotte, was diagnosed with an atrial septal defect (ASD) just after her first birthday in 2012. We first found out she had a problem...
CORPORATE
The benefits of Sponsorship for your business
With the current climate, it is vital that companies find new ways to differentiate themselves against their competitors and increase brand awareness amongst their target audience. One of the best ways to increase brand awareness is through sponsorship – specifically...
Fundraiser of the Month: Jet Aire
Four year old James has already had three life-saving heart surgeries at Leeds Congenital Heart Unit. When Jet Aire Services staff learned of how their colleague Chris and his family had been supported by CHSF, they made a plan to start fundraising...James in hospital...
The Importance of Networking
After 20 months of networking events being mostly virtual, at CHSF we are looking forward to getting back to meeting our supporters face to face. Ahead of our first corporate partner networking event later this month, we take a look at the importance of networking....
EVENTS
Great North Run
About Great north RunSunday 7th September 2025 The Great North Run is the world’s largest half marathon, held annually in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, attracting over 57,000 runners. The 13.1-mile route takes participants from the city center, across the iconic Tyne...
Amsterdam Marathon
About Amsterdam Marathon19th October 2025 The Amsterdam Marathon is a renowned international marathon held each October, taking runners through the vibrant streets and scenic canals of Amsterdam. The race begins and ends in the historic Olympic Stadium, with a course...
Amsterdam Half Marathon
About Amsterdam Half Marathon19th October 2025 The Amsterdam Half Marathon is a renowned international marathon held each October, taking runners through the vibrant streets and scenic canals of Amsterdam. The race begins and ends in the historic Olympic Stadium, with...
REAL STORIES
Daisy
Daisy's mum, Lucinda, said: "Our experience with congenital heart disease began at our 20 week scan. Having previously had a history of problems, we were told that baby would be checked very carefully. Upon her silence we immediately knew the sonographer had found...
Rebecca
Although Rebecca was born with the heart murmur, it wasn't until she was pregnant with her second child that her heart problems became more apparent...Rebecca said: "From birth I have had a heart condition. I was born with a heart murmur and was under the care of...
Louie
Louie's heart condition was detected at mum, Rebekkah's, 20 week scan. Louie would need life-saving surgery at Leeds after he was born and CHSF were there to ease the family's experience, providing vital assistance and comfort throughout Louie's treatment and...
FAMILY
Fundraiser of the Month: Family of Hope Pickersgill
Hope after her first open heart surgery at LeedsHope in hospital after her second open heart surgery in 5 weeksBaby Hope was admitted to Leeds Children's Hospital for emergency open heart surgery during the pandemic. CHSF were there to support Hope and her family...
WELCOME PACKS FOR HEART FAMILIES
Because of your amazing fundraising, Children's Heart Surgery Fund are now able to provide a welcome pack to all families who stay on the children's heart ward.In each family welcome pack you will find: Toothpaste, toothbrush, Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, body...
Get to know our new Family Support Worker, Sarah!
Because of your fantastic fundraising, this year we have been able to appoint a dedicated support worker for our heart families. Everyone, meet Sarah Cherry! Sarah will help our heart families to access services, provide practical support to families whilst being...
WHAT YOU’VE FUNDED
Leila’s fellowship in Canada: One year on
Leila is a Paediatric Cardiologist at our wonderful Leeds Congenital Heart Unit caring for our youngest heart patients and their families, before and after surgery. Last year, Children's Heart Surgery Fund collaborated with Leeds Hospitals Charity to offer financial...
Georgie visits Outpatients
written by Georgie Abbott What do you think defines a productive and happy team of colleagues? This morning I had the privilege to spend some time with the Paediatric Cardiac Outpatients team at the Leeds General Infirmary and I’m sure all teams could learn something...
ECG Machines for Grimsby and Scunthorpe Hospitals
Two new ECG machines are set to make a life-saving difference to young patients in Grimsby and Scunthorpe, thanks to supporters of a local charity.The machines have been provided by Children’s Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF) - who are funded solely by public donations - and...
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CHSF Chair’s ultramarathon fundraiser for hospital heart unit which saved his daughter’s life
Charity chief's ultramarathon fundraiser for hospital heart unit which saved his daughter's life A grateful dad is set to run a gruelling 100km ultramarathon later this month to fundraise for a charity which supports the Leeds hospital unit which saved his daughter’s...
Leeds is first in UK to use new ‘baby pod’ for revolutionary research
Dr Malenka Bissell, clinical lecturer of paediatric cardiology at the University of Leeds and consultant at Leeds Children’s Hospital, with the new baby pod.Leeds Congenital Heart Unit is first in UK to use new 'baby pod' for revolutionary research. A revolutionary...
Mum’s Ramadan appeal after Leeds heart surgeons saved daughter’s life
A mum who shed tears of joy after her heart surgeons in Leeds gave her four-year-old daughter the gift of life is urging the Muslim community to support the Children's Heart Surgery Fund during Ramadan. Yorkshire Evening PostBy Mark LaveryThursday, 6th May 2021, 6:00...
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