Leeds Hospitals Charity Launches Moments That Matter 2026/27 Fund
August 13, 2026New funding opportunity aims to enhance patient and staff experience
Leeds Hospitals Charity has announced the opening of its Moments That Matter funding call for 2026/27. The initiative invites applications for small-scale projects designed to improve the experience of care or work within the hospital environment by creating meaningful moments for patients, families, or staff.
Funding details and application period
The funding window will be open monthly from 29 April 2026 until 1 March 2027. Applicants can request grants ranging from £75 to £2,500 to support their projects. The charity encourages proposals that deliver noticeable improvements and can be implemented quickly.
Project focus and examples
The charity is seeking simple yet impactful ideas that create moments of comfort, dignity, calm, connection, or joy. Examples of suitable projects include:
- Comfort packs for patients
- Toys and sensory items for children or vulnerable patients
- Resources that support compassionate, person-centred care
- Practical items that reduce stress or enhance dignity, such as spare clothing or specialist comfort equipment
Proposals are expected to go beyond standard NHS provisions, focusing on humanising care and work environments within Leeds hospitals.
Application process
Applicants with ideas that differ from the examples provided are encouraged to submit their proposals, as the charity welcomes a variety of approaches aimed at making a positive difference. Projects should be feasible to deliver within a short timeframe and demonstrate clear benefits to patients, families, or staff.
For further information and to apply, interested parties can visit the Leeds Hospitals Charity website.
