This privacy policy sets out how University Hospitals Birmingham Charity uses and protects any information that you give University Hospitals Birmingham Charity.
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 18th April 2018 and was last revised on 23rd March 2020.
What we collect
We may collect the following information:
• name
• contact information including email address, postal address, telephone number
• communication preferences (such as how often and how you would like us to contact you)
• other information relevant to processing your donation (such as taxpayer status for the purposes of claiming Gift Aid on your donation)
• other information relevant to processing your interaction with the Charity (such as a request for charity t-shirts, merchandise, collecting goblets)
What we do with the information we gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
• Internal record keeping
• Processing of Gift Aid claims to HMRC
• We may use the information to improve our products and services
• We may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers or other information which we think you may find interesting using the email address which you have provided as long as you have consented to us sending you emails
Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect.
Use of third parties
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity has contracts in place with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust for the purposes of providing accounting & financial support, with Blackbaud Europe Ltd for the purposes of providing database support, and with Mazars and RSM for the purposes of providing audit support. Any data shared with these companies is still subject to this Privacy notice and the companies have confirmed their compliance with the relevant data protection legislation.
Retention of data
University Hospitals Birmingham Charity holds your data for the purposes of providing services you have requested, or where there is a legitimate business interest (such as the requirement to keep Gift Aid forms for a period of 6 years).
Where University Hospitals Birmingham Charity identifies no further need to keep your data it will be deleted.
Links to other websites
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you have used these links to leave our site, you should note that we do not have any control over that other website. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information which you provide whilst visiting such sites and such sites are not governed by this privacy statement. You should exercise caution and look at the privacy statement applicable to the website in question.
Controlling your personal information
You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways:
• we will only use your personal information to contact you when you have given us permission to do so, either by signing up to our newsletter, or by ticking the box on our donation page asking to be kept informed of what the Charity is doing.
• if you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for contacting you, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us at charities@uhb.nhs.uk
We will not sell your personal information to third parties.
We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen.
You may request details of personal information which we hold about you under the Data Protection Act 1998. If you would like a copy of the information held on you please write to Data Protection Officer, University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, 5th Floor Nuffield House, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham B15 2TH
If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, please write to or email us as soon as possible, at the above address. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.
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6th September 2025
All day
Mount Snowdon, Wales
This amazing event gives you the chance to climb the highest mountain in England & Wales - Mount Snowdon - in a single day, to raise money for The Giles' Trust.
We will be setting off from Birmingham at 6am (meet 5.45am) and travel to Mount Snowdon via coach. We will then meet up with the professional guides who will accompany us every step of the way as we make our way up the highest mountain in England and Wales!
We will reach the summit to enjoy the gorgeous views, before returning back down the mountain and taking the coach back to Birmingham.
Places for these challenges cost £50 and there is a minimum sponsorship requirement of £200.
Price includes
Qualified professional guides for the whole day
Return coach travel from Central Birmingham
Fundraising kit and advice
Snacks provided on the day
Kit
Please ensure you have appropriate footwear and walking kit for the event, details can be found here.
Route: Llanberis Path - approx. 9 miles (14.5km) there and back, 975m (3,199ft) ascent.
This event is open to people aged 18 and over. You do not need to be a member of UHB Charity to take part in this event.
Please note that fundraisers must use the coach transport included in their ticket, fundraisers cannot meet us at Snowdon for the challenge. Deposits are non-refundable.
If you are a corporate who would like to sign up your team to get involved in this challenge please do get in touch by emailing charities@uhb.nhs.uk
4th May 2025
Morning event
Birmingham City Centre
Join your local hospital charity for the Great Birmingham Run in May 2025! Run 10k or Half Marathon and raise money for The Giles' Trust Brain Tumour Fund.
How to book:
We have charity places available for both the Half Marathon and 10K runs.
If you already have a place in the Half Marathon, 10K, Junior or Mini routes please email charities@uhb.nhs.uk to let us know you are running for us and receive a FREE charity running vest and fundraising pack!
7th June 2025 - 30th August 2025
All day
Hinton-in-the-Hedges Airfield, Brackley, Northamptonshire
You will be securely attached to an experienced Tandem Instructor who takes charge of vital functions such as opening the parachute and landing safely. You will then fly to between 10,000-15,000 feet and exit the aircraft. The free-fall will take around 30 - 45 seconds before the parachute is deployed. In no time at all you will have reached the ground with a soft landing! You will also recieve a free charity hoodie of your choice at the end of the event.
Dates Available
HOW DO I BOOK?
Simply pick a date that suits you, purchase your £50 deposit and then raise a minimum of £400 in sponsorship for The Giles' Trust
Once you've purchased your deposit, we will send you sponsorship forms and registration details, these must be completed in order to confirm your place.
If you are from a company/organisation that are interested in holding a team skydive we are able to cater for large group bookings too, great for team building, and we can allocate you your own private day. Have fun whilst raising for a cause that means a lot to you with our Corporate Skydives.
PLEASE NOTE:
- We advise that you arrive at your date for a 7:45 arrival. Please note that if you arrive late, you will be at the back of the queue and could have a long wait time. We recommend bringing a book or something to keep you occupied whilst you wait.
- If you or anyone you are jumping with is under 18, it will be required you complete a consent form that will need to be signed by a parent/guardian.
- The maximum weight limit is 15 stone (95kg). If you are over that weight, you will not be allowed to jump.
- If you have any medical concerns, we would strongly advise that you speak to a medical professional before booking your deposit. On the day of the skydive you will need to fill in a medical indemnity form, if you have any concerns, these must be acknowledged and approved via a letter from your GP detailing that you are safe to complete your skydive.
Deposits are non-refundable.
If any of these dates do not work for you please get in touch with us at charities@uhb.nhs.uk and we see whether we can accomodate you on an alternative date.
If you are a corporate who would like to sign up your team to get involved in this challenge please do get in touch by emailing charities@uhb.nhs.uk
18th July 2025
Overnight
Mount Snowdon, Wales
This amazing event gives you the chance to climb the highest mountain in England & Wales - Mount Snowdon - overnight, to raise money for The Giles' Trust Brain Tumour Fund.
We will be setting off from Birmingham and travelling to Mount Snowdon via coach, arriving at the mountain shortly after midnight. We will then meet up with the professional guides who will accompany us every step of the way as we make our way up Mount Snowdon!
We will reach the summit in time for the sunrise, before returning back down the mountain and taking the coach back to Birmingham.
Places for these challenges cost £50 and there is a minimum sponsorship requirement of £200.
Price includes
Qualified professional guides for the whole day
Return coach travel from Central Birmingham
Fundraising kit and advice
Snacks provided on the day
Kit
Please ensure you have appropriate footwear and walking kit for the event, details can be found here.
A head torch is essential for this trip. Anyone without a head torch will not be allowed to join the walk. You must also bring replacement batteries.
Route: Llanberis Path - approx. 9 miles (14.5km) there and back, 975m (3,199ft) ascent.
Itinerary
Saturday night
9pm - leave central Birmingham on coach
Sunday
12am - arrive at Mount Snowdon
12:30am - begin walk
04:30am - arrive at summit of Snowdon
09:00am - arrive back at coach and set off for Birmingham
Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change depending on the time of year (on the august date these timings will be slightly later).
This event is open to people aged 18 and over. You do not need to be a member of UHB Charity to take part in this event, it is open to everyone over 18!
Please note that fundraisers must use the coach transport included in their ticket, fundraisers cannot meet us at Snowdon for the challenge.
Deposits are non-refundable.
If you are a corporate who would like to sign up your team to get involved in this challenge please do get in touch by emailing charities@uhb.nhs.uk
Book your tickets here
18th October 2025 - 26th October 2025
9 day trip
China
This trek takes you to a remote section of the Great Wall of China, from Gubeikou to Jinshanling and Simatai. Not only will you trek on the wall itself, meticulously built and restored over thousands of years, but you will also have the opportunity to trek through wild and remote landscapes with distant views of green rolling hills, mountain peaks and with one of the great wonders of the world as the backdrop.
Staying in guesthouses throughout the trek allows you to gain an understanding of authentic Chinese culture as you discover more about the lifestyle of the local people and also taste some incredible local cuisine.
This is an Open Challenge and you will be joined by fellow travellers who may be supporting other charities. When booking make sure you let us know so we can support you and send you a FREE T-shirt and fundraising pack.
You can read more in the Trek Brochure - CLICK HERE
For more information, please email: charities@uhb.nhs.uk
Jane Redmond
20th November 2023
Meet our amazing fundraiser, Nigel Chidgey and his wife, Helen, a brain tumour survivor and member of our Fundraising Committee. Nigel took on the Chicago Marathon on 8 October 2023 to raise money for The Giles’ Trust and raised an incredible £1,300!
Helen and Nigel have always led a healthy lifestyle and enjoy keeping active, so it came as a huge shock when Helen was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2012. With two young boys to consider, the focus was on Helen’s recovery whilst trying to lead as normal a family life as possible during an extremely difficult time.
Thankfully, Helen’s tumour was benign, but complex surgery was still needed to remove it. Nigel remembers, “Those eight hours whilst Helen was in theatre felt like the longest of my life.” Helen’s recovery was slow and Nigel’s running hobby helped him cope, helping him to clear his head and relieve the stress. Nigel had always wanted to run a marathon and also wanted to support brain tumour patients going through what Helen went through. Helen said, “After our own experience as a family, you all understand the drive to give back and support those that receive the news no one wants to hear.”
We are so grateful to Nigel for his fundraising efforts. Thanks to people like Nigel, The Giles’ Trust is able to continue funding brain tumour research and supporting patients at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham.
© 2020 The Giles' Trust is a part of University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, a company limited by guarantee in England (No.10004003) and a charity registered in England and Wales (No.1165716). Registered Office: Fisher House, Mindelsohn Way, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, B15 2GN
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