The Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance is one of the UK’s leading Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) Charities, funded purely by the generosity of people like you!

We are not part of the NHS and not funded by the Government. At a time when every second counts, the arrival of our iconic yellow helicopter really can mean the difference between life and death. We transport the equivalent of an A&E department to people suffering from the most serious of illnesses and devastating injuries, providing the best possible treatment as quickly as possible from our highly-skilled doctors and paramedics.

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Our Dementia Choir preserves and protects good health among people with dementia, their families, and carers.

Our vision is to raise dementia awareness while showcasing the power of music and the instrumental role it plays in maintaining well-being for people living with dementia. Through the provision of the choir, our charity provides vital support for our members living with dementia, their carers, family, and friends, proving that you can live well with dementia and create special memories for all involved.

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At Citizens Advice Nottingham and District, we provide free, confidential, impartial and independent advice. 

Our goal is to help everyone find a way forward, whatever problem they face. As a local charity, fundraising supports us to provide the best advice service possible to our local communities. Record numbers of people are turning for us for help in the face of the cost-of-living crisis, we believe nobody should have to face problems alone.

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Emmanuel House supports people who are homeless, rough sleeping, in crisis, or at risk of homelessness in Nottingham. 

We reduce homelessness through prevention, intervention and recovery. We work with people who are in crisis and need intervention and support to prevent them from becoming homeless and we share their journey of recovery out of homelessness into settlement or a place of safety.

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We are a local charity at the heart of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, supporting the best health care for all our patients.

We are committed to harnessing the power of our fundraisers and others who volunteer their time to enhance care at Nottingham’s hospitals. Your fundraising helps fund improvements in the following key areas: Life-saving equipment, staff development, medical research and enhanced facilities.

All of the money we raise through donations and fundraising is invested in Nottm University Hospitals NHS Trust, made up of your local hospitals – Nottm City Hospital, the QMC, Nottm Children’s Hospital and Ropewalk House.

Thanks to our fundraisers and donors, we raise around £4million each year to transform services and facilities for patients at Nottingham’s hospitals.

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'Nottingham Trent University is home to the John Van Geest Cancer Research Centre, one of the most advanced cancer research centres in the UK. 

This world-class facility is exploring the detection and treatment of cancer, specialising in blood cancers as well as colorectal, pancreatic and brain tumours. 

Cancer doesn’t discriminate, and its effects are far-reaching: it’s a disease that shatters lives, decimates families and destroys futures. Donations from fundraisers like you enable us to continue our research and help to save lives.' 

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At Rainbows we care for babies, children and young people who won’t live as long as you or I. 

Our facilities and services are second-to-none, and our specialist staff are exceptional. Which means we can give the best care, not just when it’s needed, but wherever it’s needed across the East Midlands, be that in our hospice, in hospital or at home.

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"We're here because we are passionate about every grieving child and young person having  access to specialist support when they need it"

The Children’s Bereavement Centre is run by a committed team of friendly, supportive and professional people who are passionate about helping children and young people to cope with the grieving process brought on by the death or terminal illness diagnosis that has a prognosis of a year or less for survival of someone close.

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Imara is a charity providing independent specialist services to children, teenagers and families affected by child sexual abuse. Imara works across Nottinghamshire and aims to empower and promote recovery by offering early intervention after a disclosure or discovery of child sexual abuse.

Imara offers; Access to pre-trial therapy, specialising in trauma-informed practice and creative arts approaches best suited to children and young people; Impartial and accurate information, support and consistent contact throughout the police investigation and criminal justice process; Practical support with education, health, housing and financial concern; Specialist risk and needs assessment, and referral to appropriate support and services.

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Footprints is a Nottingham based charity which transforms the lives of children with mobility and communication difficulties across the East Midlands. At our centre and through our support,babies and children develop the skills they need to thrive and achieve their potential.

Footprints mission is to provide Conductive Education and other services to help children living with mobility and communication difficulties, develop the skills to thrive and achieve their potential. We're committed to creating a safe, positive, supportive and fun environment where parents receive practical assistance, information and training to help them support their children in their own homes.

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Ending homelessness and tackling disadvantage

Frameworks vision is to ensure that people experiencing homelessness and related disadvantage are treated with dignity, respect and compassion and are empowered to reach their full potential.

Framework supports 19,000 people a year in the East Midlands and South Yorkshire. By providing holistic, person centred programmes of housing, health, employment and support we tackle homelessness, ill-health, disadvantage and exclusion.

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The Friary has sought to empower local homeless and disadvantaged people in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire since 1988.

We provide practical and emotional support to visitors to our Drop-In Centre in West Bridgford. This is in the form of a warm welcome, food, showers, laundry, and access to computers. We are a safe space for those who are vulnerable and need support with their day to day wellbeing.

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Himmah operates the largest independent food bank in the city. Last year we helped 16,566 people with emergency food support.

Our food bank helps everyone in need whether they are refugees and asylum seekers, nurses, those who are homeless, those suffering from domestic abuse, and families who have fallen on hard times. Our mission is to eradicate the effects of poverty and build a society where no one suffers.

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Based in the grounds of the City Hospital, Maggie's Nottingham is a drop-in centre offering free support to people with cancer and their loved ones.

We help with the challenges that cancer brings in a calm, welcoming, non-clinical environment. 

We’re here for anyone with cancer and their family and friends, whatever kind of cancer, and whatever stage they’re at. All our support is free, and no appointment or referral is needed. There’s also no time limit on our support, we’re here for as long as we're needed.

The centre offers people a break from the hospital, the chance to meet people who know what you're going through and a range of activities and support groups that improve wellbeing

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Supporting asylum seekers and refugees in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire in gaining just outcomes, rebuilding their lives and integrating into society.

Everyone deserves a chance to rebuild their lives. We provide a welcoming community space, specialised advice and support to families and individuals who seek asylum or live as refugees in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

We provide personalised support; helping people to navigate services​​​​until they are able to establish locally and feel confident once more.

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Celebrating over 30 years of granting magical wishes.

In 2024, When You Wish Upon A Star will be celebrating 34 years of granting wishes to children living with life threatening illnesses throughout the UK.

Since 1990, over 18,500 Wishes have been granted and you can help us create even more magical memories for our Wich Children and their families by supporting us at this exciting time in the charities history - your support really will make their dreams come true.

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