In 2026, George Eliot Hospital Charity is proudly celebrating its 30th birthday — marking three decades of making a real difference to patients, their families and staff at George Eliot Hospital. Founded on 15 August 1996, the Charity has worked hand in hand with donors, staff, community groups and partners to enhance care and wellbeing, fund vital equipment, and improve patient experiences beyond core NHS provision.
From Nuneaton, Bedworth and North Warwickshire to south-west Leicestershire, Coventry and beyond, the support of local communities has helped the Charity go above and beyond for the NHS year after year.
In 2026 we’re asking everybody to help celebrate 30 years of the George Eliot Hospital charity.
To mark this special milestone, we are inviting local people to support our 30 for 30 campaign in aid of the hospitals very special Dorothea unit. The Dorothea unit is an oncology and haematology day unit being used every week by hundreds of local people. Our aim is to raise £30,000 to replace the specialist reclining chairs that patients use when receiving chemotherapy and blood-related treatment. Our current chairs are starting to age and with your help buying new ones will not only improve patient comfort but also add a splash of much needed colour.
Bhim Saru, Mayor of Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council, said “I am honoured to have been invited to George Eliot Hospital to help launch this very special campaign in support of the Dorothea Unit. This appeal will make a real difference to local people receiving cancer and blood-related treatments. I encourage our community, local businesses and organisations to get behind the 30 for 30 campaign and support the fantastic work of George Eliot Hospital Charity.”
Throughout 2026, supporters will have plenty of exciting opportunities to get involved, with a packed programme of events including skydives, mountain treks, marathons and much more. There will also be the chance to create and run your own fundraising events, making it easy for everyone to support George Eliot Hospital Charity in a way that suits them.
Follow George Eliot Hospital Charity on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram, visit our website, or contact the team to find out how you can support the 30 for 30 campaign and be part of this landmark year.