How you can help spread Christmas cheer to patients across Hull-area hospitals
The WISHH National Elf Service Appeal is back for 2025
The festive season will soon be upon us and the WISHH National Elf Service Appeal is back for 2025. The appeal aims to spread Christmas cheer and bring smiles to patients across Hull-area hospitals.
It is run by the WISHH Charity who are inviting local people, schools, community groups, and businesses to get involved by fundraising or donating. Funds raised will help WISHH provide gifts, toys, games, and distraction items for children in Hull Royal Infirmary, as well as presents for older patients across both Hull Royal and Castle Hill Hospitals.
The charity has said that Christmas can be a difficult time to be in hospital, especially for children and older patients who may be away from loved ones. But the WISHH National Elf Service Appeal wants to bring joy, connection, and festive fun.
A spokesperson for WISHH said: "We couldn’t do it without the amazing support of our community. Every pound raised and every act of kindness makes a real difference."
The charity is now encouraging residents to unleash their creativity with festive fundraising ideas. This could be bake sales, Christmas jumper days, and arts and crafts events, to name a few.
Santa Fun Run and Walk
WISHH has teamed up The Friends Of Pickering Park to join the Santa Fun Run and Walk. The event takes place on Sunday, December 7 at Pickering Park.
The cost is £7 per child, £10 per adult and £30 for a family (2 adults and 2 children). To sign up and run for WISHH, click here.
How to support the WISHH appeal
Once you’ve decided on your festive fundraising plans, get in touch with the WISHH team by emailing hyp-tr.hellowishh@nhs.net or calling on 01482 622299. Those wishing to support a specific hospital ward or department can contact the WISHH team to discuss tailored ways to help.
Donations can also be sent to the charity. For full information, click here. Donations can also be sent via Just Giving here.
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