University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity is riding the wave of excitement as The BEACH Appeal, our fundraising initiative to enhance the new BEACH Building, has officially hit a remarkable milestone – £500,000!
With a fundraising goal of £1.5 million, The BEACH Appeal will help fund additional items and exciting enhancements – above and beyond NHS funding – for the services moving into the BEACH Building at Royal Bournemouth Hospital.
These projects include funding for an additional CT scanner in the heart of the future Emergency Department; electronic items to help children engage in education while receiving treatment in the Children’s Health Department; a beautiful outdoors space for critically unwell patients and NHS staff on the Critical Care Unit; and more.
The BEACH Appeal will enhance care for patients and families visiting the new future maternity, children’s health, critical care and emergency departments housed in this new BEACH Building as well as support our NHS colleagues working within the facility.
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity fundraising manager for The BEACH Appeal, Jessica Tyler, said: “We're absolutely thrilled to reach this fantastic £500,000 milestone just seven months after launching The BEACH Appeal. The support from our community groups, individuals, charitable trusts, and local businesses has been truly inspiring. It demonstrates our community’s commitment to supporting the NHS services at University Hospitals Dorset, which care for our loved ones. However, we still have a long journey ahead to reach our £1.5 million target. With your ongoing support, we can turn our vision of creating a brighter future for those who will come through the doors of the new BEACH Building into a reality.”
Since launching in April 2024, The BEACH Appeal has seen waves of enthusiasm from individuals, local businesses and community groups – all pitching in to ensure the BEACH Building is a shining pearl for the future of healthcare in Dorset.
Local radio station Hot Radio raised a phenomenal £7,377 for The BEACH Appeal as their team of listeners, workers and fans walked 10km at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity’s Walk for Wards in September. On Friday 15 November 2024, Poole Town Football Club and the Poole Centenary Club hosted a fantastic race night to fundraise for the future Children's Health Department in the BEACH Building.
Plus, this year's Christchurch Christmas Lights Switch On will not only illuminate the town centre with the festive spirit but also generate funds for items to specifically benefit the new Emergency Department and in the Children's Health Departments.
Your support is the heartbeat of The BEACH Appeal and brings us a step closer to enhancing the environment in the BEACH Building, filling it with hope and compassion for everyone that comes through our doors.
Join University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity in this vital mission — take part in the 10K Step Challenge and fundraise as much possible for The BEACH Appeal while getting 10,000 steps every day for a month.
If you want to spread some Christmas cheer while supporting your hospitals, sign up for our Elf Dash on Sunday 8 December 2024. Help us make this festive season merry and bright by participating in this fun 2km run that will directly support the new children's classroom in the BEACH Building.