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13/08/2026

In June, some of our incredible supporters took Stride the Clyde stateside, completing the 106 miles whilst visiting the USA for the World Cup! 🏆

Lorna and her family have taken on a range of fundraising challenges for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity over the past year, as a way of giving back for the support her family received when her niece, Mila, spent time in NICU after suffering a neonatal stroke shortly after birth.

The family benefitted from vCreate messages, where nurses sent the family updates on Mila and helped ease their worries. Mila and her older sister were also gifted 2 Miniboos. This allowed her sister to take one teddy home and then swap with Mila’s, to strengthen their bond through smell, and provide comfort and closeness for the family. 💜

Lorna, Mila’s Auntie, shares:

“The amazing team provided outstanding care and support to our family during an incredibly difficult time. We will forever be grateful for what they did for Mila."

Lorna, alongside other members of Mila’s family, kicked off their World Cup journey in Providence with the Providence Tartan Army. They helped raise funds for Hasbro Children's Hospital, before racking up the miles for our Stride the Clyde challenge throughout their stay across the pond.

She adds:

“It was great doing Stride the Clyde in America; it was a change of scenery and lovely to see the Tartan Army coming together for great causes.”

The family have raised over £5,000 for the charity, and continue to fundraise, completing more miles for Mila, at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and Great Scottish Run.

You can support more families like Mila’s by joining us at Kami Bear’s Teddy Trail this September: https://bit.ly/KBTT_26

12/08/2026

Lauren and Lucy both spent much of their childhood as patients at Yorkhill Hospital. Today, they’re part of the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity team, using their lived experience to help make a difference for children and families facing hospital stays. 💜

Born with a complex congenital heart defect, Lauren underwent multiple surgeries throughout her early life. Now, as our Digital and Social Media Officer, she shares stories that show the impact donations can make. Lucy, who was born with Treacher Collins syndrome and also spent much of her childhood in hospital, now works in our fundraising team, inspiring others to support the charity that supported her.

Lauren shares:

“I have an overwhelmingly positive outlook on my time in Yorkhill. All the happy memories are thanks to charity-funded visits, events and enhancements – it’s a privilege to now be a part of that happiness for others.”

By giving just £3 a month, you can help create more moments of comfort, joy and support for children and families when they need it most. To find out more, click here: https://www.glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org/support-us/appeals/815-25-years-johannas-story

11/08/2026

We would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone involved in Golf 4 Zac event in June, which raised over £14,000 in memory of 7-year-old Zac, who very sadly passed away last June.

His family have shown incredible strength and kindness, and we are so thankful that they have chosen to raise money for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity in Zac’s name.

Fundraising events like this help to fund life-changing projects that bring care and comfort to children and their families in Scotland’s largest children’s hospital. 💜

If you would like to fundraise in memory of a loved one, please visit: https://bit.ly/GCHC_GIVE_IN_MEMORY

10/08/2026

“The work Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity do is so important and has such a lasting impact on families in what can be the most difficult time of their lives.”

In 2024, Scott and Helen welcomed their son Teddy in Glasgow after he was born 10 weeks early. Due to a difficult birth, both Teddy and mum Helen received treatment at the Princess Royal Maternity hospital as well as support from Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity which made his difficult start to life that little bit brighter and easier.

To give back and say thank you for the vital support, Teddy’s dad Scott will be taking part in the Great Scottish Run this October for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.

“Teddy being born at 30 weeks was a surprise in both the best and scariest of ways. Seeing him so small, so fragile and yet so strong will live with me forever. I was in love as soon as I saw him. The next six weeks were a bit of a rollercoaster with Teddy's Mum having a very difficult time after birth.

“Raising money for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity is just a small way of showing my appreciation for all they have done for me and my family. I will endeavour to give back what I can to the charity and the staff that saved my son’s life in whatever ways that I can.”

Join superstar fundraisers like Scott, and join the race this October: https://bit.ly/GSR_2026_GCHC

09/08/2026

“The difference the charity makes is huge. Without it, things would be so different.”

Dr. Lindsey Hunter, Consultant Paediatric and Fetal Cardiologist, often begins supporting her young patients before birth. From prenatal diagnosis to intensive care and beyond, she and the cardiac team guide families through every stage – supported throughout by Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.

Lindsey has backed the charity since it’s early days at Yorkhill Hospital, taking on fundraising challenges like walking the Great Wall of China and speaking at events.

Looking to the future, Dr Hunter says the need for the charity’s support is greater than ever:

“It means we can focus on giving the best possible care and families feel supported, not alone.”

For 25 years, people across Scotland have come together to support babies and children in hospital. You can be part of what comes next by donating £3 per month:
https://www.glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org/support-us/appeals/815-25-years-johannas-story

08/08/2026

Kami Bear has had a tartan-tastic makeover! 💜

To mark our 25th Anniversary, you can now purchase one of our limited edition tartan hat-clad Kami Bear teddies! Your purchase will help support babies, children and families in Scotland's largest children's hospital.

Our tartan is proudly sponsored by Arnold Clark Clark and has been created in partnership with MacGregor and MacDuff.

Shop now: https://bit.ly/Kami_Bear_25

07/08/2026

Could your business support Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity? 💜

We'd like to say a huge thank you to Simon from Skyline Auto Detailing, who last month kindly valeted our charity vans, ensuring they were ready for all the wonderful fundraising activities and events we attend and support!

Workplace charity support doesn't always mean a monetary donation. Your time, skills or services are equally valuable, ensuring we can continue to support babies, young people and families at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow.

To find out more, please visit: https://www.glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org/support-us/fundraise/fundraise-at-work

06/08/2026

Have you visited Flamingo Beach at Shop Silverburn yet? Let us know in the comments below! 👇🏼

Flamingo Beach is open 10am-5pm everyday until August 23rd. 🦩

All proceeds from beach entries and merchandise sales go directly to Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity, helping to care for young patients and their families in the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow.💜

05/08/2026

With only one month to go until Kami Bear's Teddy Trail, we are honoured to share Aidan's story. 🧸

Aidan was born on the 1st of October 2024. He was quickly whisked away by a team of specialists who performed a CT scan to determine if life-saving surgery was an option, after a large tumour was found growing on his lungs.

Thankfully, surgeons deemed it would be possible to remove the tumour, so baby Aidan underwent an intensive 15-hour operation.

His mum, Gemma, shares:

“Without Glasgow Children’s Hospital, we would not be home with our precious Aidan. They saved our boy’s life. They gave us our family of 4."

“We stayed at Crossbasket House from October to December, and they couldn’t have been more accommodating. It gave us a space we could go for respite and was only a short walk away from Aidan’s bedside.”

Last year, the family raised over £4,000 by taking on Kami Bear’s Teddy Trail, sponsored by Allied Vehicles Group, and are so excited to be returning once again to continue supporting the work of Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.

Join in the fun and walk for families like Aidan’s this September: https://bit.ly/KBTT_26

04/08/2026

Disney Day magic! ✨

Today, the wonderful Wish Upon A Star Kingdom brought smiles and sparkle to our families with a magical visit from Cinderella and Snow White! Plus, our Play Team spent time with boys and girls staying in the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, making special Disney-themed crafts including their very own Disney ears! 🏰

Moments like this are only possible thanks to your kind and generous donations. To find out more about becoming a regular giver, please visit: https://bit.ly/DONATE_REGULAR_GIVER

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Royal Hospital For Children
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http://www.glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org/

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