Welcome to
East Cheshire
NHS Charity
Together, we can make a difference
Welcome to
East Cheshire
NHS Charity
Together, we can make a difference
Help transform the everyday in your local NHS
East Cheshire NHS Charity goes above and beyond standard Government funding to make your local NHS that extra special. From supporting staff health and wellbeing to providing toys to brighten up our young patients’ days to making long stay patients feel more at home – our mission is to make a visible difference.
Our latest news
New years resolutions that make a difference
As we enter 2025 many of us will be looking at making new years resolutions, taking the start of the new year as an opportunity to make positive changes in our lives. East Cheshire NHS Charity goes above and beyond standard government funding to make your local NHS...
Local stationery shop pens support for East Cheshire NHS Charity with card sales
Macclesfield District General Hospital’s Breast Care Unit is set to receive a generous boost thanks to a heartwarming initiative by a local stationery shop. Stationary Supplies in Marple have raised £350 for the unit after selling a unique range of greeting cards....
Gena smashes £50k target as Splash of Pink raises crucial funds for Breast Care Unit at Macclesfield Hospital
A former patient’s inspiring initiative aimed at raising awareness and funds for the Breast Care Unit at Macclesfield Hospital has raised over £59,000. Gena Moors’ phenomenal fundraising efforts started in 2023 with the creation of ‘Splash of Pink’ which was...
We need your help to do incredible things!
With your help, we can enhance care, experiences and outcomes for thousands of patients every year. Our incredible supporters have made a difference for departments of their choice, such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and contributed to new medical equipment, patient waiting areas, staff wellbeing and more!
Our latest events
Macclesfield Pancake Race
Tuesday 13th February 2024
Macclesfield’s annual pancake day race takes place on Shrove Tuesday every year. Competing teams run a relay race up and down a short course between the Town Hall and Mill Street, while flipping a pancake in a frying pan!
There are lots of prizes up for offer, including an award for the best fancy dress. Our local radio station Silk FM will be on hand to keep the crowds entertained.
Altrincham 10K
Sunday 1st September 2024
Starting and finishing in the centre of Altrincham Town, take the unique opportunity to run a 10k around the closed roads of Altrincham on 1st September 2024.
The event village and start line are within walking distance from the metro, making this event easily accessible for all.
Splash of Pink does Vegas Breast Cancer Ball
Saturday 21st September 2024
Following the success of her Splash of Pink Ball last year, former patient at Macclesfield Hospital, Gena Moors has revealed she is hosting another spectacular event in 2024.
Splash of Pink does Vegas will take place at Shrigley Hall Hotel and Spa on Saturday 21st September.
Macclesfield Running Festival
Sunday 27th October 2024
Join team #EastCheshireNHS for the return of the 5k, 10k & Half Marathon on 27th October 2024! Be among thousands of fellow runners chasing down a personal best while supporting your local NHS Charity.
Enjoy a fully road closed half marathon, 10k and 5k races, starting and finishing in the historic town of Macclesfield and heading out into the Cheshire countryside.
We need your help to do incredible things!
With your help, we can enhance care, experiences and outcomes for thousands of patients every year. Our incredible supporters have made a difference for departments of their choice, such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and contributed to new medical equipment, patient waiting areas, staff wellbeing and more!
Your support makes a difference
£10 could buy art and crafts activities for patients
£25 could buy tea and coffee and treats for staff on wards
£50 could could go towards activities for dementia patients, to reduce boredom and improve mood
£100 could go towards additional patient comforts, such as parental beds on the children’s ward
£150 could go towards specialist equipment
The impact we’ve had so far
Thanks to the generous contributions from our local community and the hard work of our amazing volunteers, we have already made a huge impact on patient care in East Cheshire. Just a few of the ways we’ve helped our local NHS services go the extra mile include:
Ward improvements
from beds and furniture to new technology
Staff room and patient waiting area improvements to enhance experience and wellbeing
Volunteers
to support and reassure patients and families
Share your stories
If you have a story to share on how you are fundraising or have already raised funds for East Cheshire NHS Trust Charity please submit it here.