Your City & Metropolitan Hospitals Charity

09/10/2026

Our wonderful cheerleader and Charity Mascot Blue joined our team on Wednesday. Blue was designed by the super talented Teja from Sandwell College and we could not be more proud.

Thank you to everyone who attended our launch and welcomed Blue Charity Team at Your City and Metropolitan Hospitals Charity.

08/10/2026

WALK THE CAMINO. RAISE FOR YOUR HOSPITALS
Ready for the challenge of a lifetime?
In September 2027, we're inviting staff, supporters and friends of Your City & Metropolitan Hospitals Charity to join us on the Camino Challenge, taking place from 13–20 September 2027.

https://skyblueadventures.eventrac.co.uk/e/camino-challenge-13th-20th-september-2027-15791

This isn't just a walk. It's a challenge, an adventure and a chance to make a real difference.

Take on the Camino
2 Challenge yourself
💙 Raise vital funds for your hospitals
💙 Share the experience with an incredible group of people

We're asking every participant to aim to raise £1,000 for Your City & Metropolitan Hospitals Charity.

Every pound raised will help us enhance the experience of patients, families, staff and communities across our hospitals and healthcare services.
Think you could take on the Camino?

Your adventure starts here.

07/10/2026

Blue is doing the rounds at Midland Metropolitan Hospital, putting smiles on patients’ and staff’s faces! 💙😄

It’s wonderful to see Blue spreading a little joy and brightening everyone’s day! 🐾✨

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

THE WAIT IS OVER… BLUE HAS ARRIVED! 🐾💙

Blue’s Story...
Age: 26
From: Smethwick
Job: Chief Cheerleader & Hospital Happiness Ambassador.

Born and raised in Smethwick, Blue loves making people smile. At 26, Blue has found a dream job bringing joy to hospitals through smiles, hugs, high-fives, photos and fun!

We’re delighted to introduce Blue, the newest member of our charity family!

Blue is making a big debut, meeting patients, families and staff, posing for photos and spreading plenty of smiles along the way!

We’re so excited to officially welcome Blue to the team, and we can’t wait for all the adventures ahead!

Welcome to the family, Blue!

06/10/2026

The second edition of Stakeholder News is here!

Discover how The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust are working together to improve care and outcomes for patients and communities.

This edition features the Joint Clinical Services Plan 2026–2031, collaborative work on COPD care, cardiovascular disease prevention, care closer to home and digital innovation. It also includes insights from guest editor and neonatal nurse Sana Gul.

Read the latest edition here: https://issuu.com/swbh/docs/fit_for_the_future_stakeholder_newsletter_-_issue_

05/10/2026

Help Us Make a Difference Today!

Looking for a way to give back and be part of something truly impactful? Join us in supporting life-changing projects within our local NHS by getting involved in one of our upcoming fundraising events!
From fun runs and community walks to waterfall challenges, there’s something for everyone. Your participation, no matter how big or small, helps raise vital funds that go directly toward improving patient care, supporting NHS staff, and tackling health inequalities in our communities.

Together, we can:
✅ Support mental health and wellbeing initiatives
✅ Improve access to essential healthcare services
✅ Fund vital equipment and innovative treatments
✅ Create healthier, more resilient communities

Whether you take part, donate, or help spread the word — your support makes a real difference.

Explore our upcoming events and see how you can get involved today:

https://runforcharity.com/charity/your-city-and-metropolitan-hospitals-charity?fbclid=IwY2xjawUYszxwZG9mBGV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMDhsaUNSSkI1cDFETXRRT1JzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81MTQ3NzE1NjkyMjgwNjEAAR6_pavJhqc4xUJkJhvmEjLBlEBCeF4QS7Pw7KKJ7W7bg0iPtfHwJw0qkoIQfg_aem_g5wEPL9KxIDiYw69AbEDNQ

Just type the event that you are interested in and scroll down to view the events to find out more information.

05/10/2026

Only a few days to go…!

The countdown is officially on!

We’re getting ready to introduce the newest member of our charity family… our brand-new mascot!

But who could it be? 🤔💙
You’ll have to join us to find out!

📅 Wednesday 7 October 2026
⏰ 12pm–4pm
📍 Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) – Trust Health Fayre

Come along for the big reveal, meet our Charity team, take some photos and find out more about the work we do.

Save the date — we can’t wait to reveal our new mascot!

02/10/2026

The excitement is building!

We’re so excited to introduce the newest member of our charity family…
Our brand-new mascot! 🐾💙
Stay tuned…the big reveal is coming soon!

We’re delighted to invite our patients, families and staff to a special afternoon celebrating the launch of our new charity mascot!

📅 Wednesday 7 October 2026
⏰ 12pm–4pm
📍 Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) – Trust Health Fayre

Come along and:
✨ Meet our new mascot
📸 Take some photos
🤝 Meet the Charity team
💙 Discover more about our work and how you can get involved

🎉 Save the date — we’d love to see you there!

30/09/2026

The countdown is on!

Meet the newest member of our charity family…our brand-new mascot!

We’re delighted to invite our patients, families and staff to a special afternoon celebrating the launch of our new charity mascot!

📅 Wednesday 7 October 2026
⏰ 12pm–4pm
📍 Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) – Trust Health Fayre

Come along and:
✨ Meet our new mascot
📸 Take some photos
🤝 Meet the Charity team
💙 Discover more about our work and how you can get involved

🎉 Save the date — we’d love to see you there!