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Have an idea that could make a difference?

RUHX funding can help bring ideas to life that make a difference for patients, families and staff at the RUH.

Charitable funding can support a wide range of projects from medical equipment and improvements to the hospital environment to research, staff training and development, pastoral services and team away days.

We’re always keen to hear about new and innovative ideas. If you’re not sure whether your proposal could be supported, please get in touch. We’re happy to help.

Can RUHX fund my idea?

Before you apply, take a look at what charitable funding can and can’t support. More detailed guidance is available on our internal page.

What can I apply for?
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Examples of projects we may fund include:

  • New ideas and research that could improve care
  • Medical equipment to support patients and staff
  • More welcoming and comfortable spaces for patients and staff
  • Projects that make a positive difference to patients and families
  • Training and development opportunities for staff
  • Travel and accommodation for approved training and conferences
  • Pastoral and wellbeing support
  • Team meetings, away days and team-building activities
  • IT equipment to support care and services
  • Conferences and learning events

Please see our internal page for more detailed guidance and eligibility criteria.

What can’t RUHX fund?
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RUHX is unable to fund:

  • Items that should be paid for from standard NHS budgets
  • Routine maintenance or ongoing running costs
  • Alcohol and gifts
  • Staff social events without a clear work-related benefit
  • Gifts for Trust staff
  • Staff clothing and accessories, such as lanyards, fleeces, hoodies or polo shirts
  • Regular food and drink for staff on wards
  • IT equipment that is not approved or supported by the Trust’s IT department
  • Hardship funds or financial support for staff
  • Professional membership fees

Not sure if your idea is eligible?

Contact the Grants Team on grants@ruhx.org.uk or 07384 825132, and we can help you decide whether charitable funding could be right for your proposal.

Before you apply

A little preparation will make it easier to complete your application.

Check your idea is eligible

Check what we can and can’t fund above, then read our Charitable Funding Guidance to make sure your idea is eligible before applying.

Read the guidance

When you are ready, our How to Complete Your RUHX Application Form guide explains what information to include, helping us review your application as quickly as possible.

Ask if you are unsure

You don’t need to have everything worked out before speaking to us. If you have a question or would like to talk through your idea, get in touch with the Grants Team.

Ready to apply?

Tell us about your idea, what you’re hoping to achieve and the difference your project could make.

The information you’ll need to provide will depend on your funding request, so we recommend reading the guidance documents mentioned above before you start.

To start your application, please visit our internal page, where you will find a link to the form.

What happens after I apply?

Once you have submitted your application, it will be considered through the appropriate RUHX funding approval process.

  1. Apply – Send us your completed funding application
  2. Review – Your application will be reviewed and considered through the appropriate approval route, depending on value.
  3. Decision – A decision will be made on your funding request by the relevant Panel.
  4. Outcome – We’ll let you know the outcome and explain any next steps.

 

How long will it take to get a decision?
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The time it takes to reach a decision will depend on your funding request

Timescales 

Applications under £1,000, are reviewed every. two weeks. We will usually confirm the outcome within two weeks of the meeting, with the full process taking around three to four weeks from application.

For applications of £1,000 or more, the Grants Advisory Panel meets every two months. We will usually confirm the outcome within two weeks of the meeting.

Applications of £25,000 or more also need approval from the Charities Committee, which meets four times a year.

Meeting dates for the Grants Advisory Panel and Charities Committee are available on our internal page.

If your request is time-sensitive, or you’re unsure which timescale applies, please contact the Grants Team before applying.

Planning a request over £25,000?

Please speak to us before starting your application.
For grants over £25,000, RUHX recommends contacting the team before completing an application so the proposal can be discussed in more detail.

We’re here to help

Whether you have the beginnings of an idea, a question about your application or you’re not sure whether your proposal is eligible, please get in touch.
Email: grants@ruhx.org.uk
Phone: 07384 825132 or 01225 826431
We’ll be happy to help.