The fundraisers running the Great North Run 2024 for Gateshead Health Charity

Carmen Howey

I’m running to raise funds for the Gateshead Health Charity to enable further improvements to staff and patient experience making the Trust a better place to work and receive care for everyone.

Please show your support by making a donation, no amount is too small as every penny counts.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to the care we can provide for our patients in Gateshead.

To help support Carmen you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Lucy McGrath

Hi, I’m Lucy! I’m running the GNR this year to prove to myself I am successfully becoming a healthier and happier person and trying to raise some money whilst doing so. After some health difficulties over the last few years, I wanted to find a way to improve my mental health as well as my fitness, and running has been the perfect outlet for this. I think it’s so important to advocate for your own mental health, especially when working in the NHS.

I’m hoping to raise some money for the amazing respiratory team that I have worked within since 2017 and will hopefully encourage some colleagues to start running along the way – if I can do it, anyone can!!

Thank you, Lucy!

To help support Lucy you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Alice Mack and Merlisa Kemp

This year both Alice and Merlisa are running the Great North Run to fundraise for our hospital charity in support of gynaecology and staff wellbeing. Both Alice and Merlisa are inspired by the amazing work the team does for our patients. They are also aware of the importance of staff wellbeing in the provision of the best possible care. Please show your support by making a donation, no amount is too small as every penny counts.

Please don’t forget to add gift aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated.

To help support Alice and Merlisa you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Lilly Alderson

I am running the Great North Run this year in aid of the QE Hospital in Gateshead. I have chosen to raise money for this charity, as since starting my apprenticeship within Gateshead Health Foundation Trust I have seen some of the amazing things charitable funds have contributed to and the positive impact this has had on patients, their families, and staff. I’ve put on the trainers and the training has started!

I’m doing Gateshead Parkrun each Saturday as part of my training programme – it’s a great way to meet new people and keep me motivated. I am so close to completing my 50th run! I won’t get the fastest time but hope to finish well and raise some money whilst having some fun. If you can, please show your support by making a donation and contributing to a great cause!

Thank you, Lilly Alderson.

To help support Lilly you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Jayne McLeod and Victoria Smails

Jayne and Victoria have both decided to take on the challenge this year of running the Great North Run to raise money and the profile of Hospice at Home.

This is an end of life service that supports patients who wish to die at home, not only supporting them but also their families during this very traumatic time.

As you can imagine this is an extremely challenging role however, very rewarding and we both feel utterly privileged to be welcomed into their home at such a difficult time.

We all feel very passionate in supporting patients and helping them to fulfil their final wishes of dying at home surrounded by their family, hence the reason why we want to raise money as well as promoting our fabulous service. Please show your support by making a donation, no amount is too small as every penny counts.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much.

To help support Jayne and Victoria you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Maia and Shannon

We are raising funds to support Ward 8 Cardiology at Gateshead NHS Trust. By running for our Cardiology Ward, we are able to raise awareness of the importance of looking after your heart and raise funds to improve the patient journey while on the ward.

Running for our Cardiology Ward is a powerful way to support and raise awareness of the vital services provided by our dedicated team. By taking on this challenge, we are not only pushing our limits but also shining a light on the importance of heart health.

Our aim is to inspire others to take care of their heart and provide positive patient experience during their stay. Every step taken during the Great North Run will bring attention to the life saving care we provide. The money raised will make a difference in supporting patients and families throughout their journey on ward 8.

If you wish to donate we have created a Just Giving Page or you can donate via cash by filling out a donation form provided and handing it back to Maia or Shannon who are Staff Nurses on Ward 8.

Thank you very much for supporting us and we will see you at the finish line!

To help support Maia and Shannon you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Janet Foster

I am running to raise funds for the Gateshead Health Charity to enable further improvements to staff and patient experience making the Trust a better place to work and receive care for everyone.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to our staff in Gateshead.

To help support Janet you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Bowman Coates

Hi my name is Bowman, I’ve decided to challenge myself this year and do the great North run. I will be raising money for the chemo ward at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.

This ward has done a lot for my family and is very close to our hearts.

I will be running in memory of my Aunties and Uncle who lost their battle to cancer, and in honour of the treatment my mam received when she got her diagnosis.

Any amount donated would be greatly appreciated and would help me reach my goal. Thanks for reading my story.

To help support Bowen you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Rajeev Sharma

I am running the Great North Run this year to raise money for awareness and research for management and prevention of Diabetes.

Diabetes is one of the most prevalent worldwide preventable disease with its implications on overall health of individuals far beyond being diabetic. Please help me in continuing my effort to raise awareness for prevention.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to the care we can provide for our patients in Gateshead.

To help support Rajeev you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Dr Rohit Garkoti

I am taking part in this years Great North Run in support of Staff Health and Wellbeing at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to our staff in Gateshead.

To help support Rohit you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Peter Dowsett

I am running the Great North Run this year to support the Planned Investigation Unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.

I am raising funds to support the Planned Investigation Unit, this will help to provide new equipment for the ward and will improve patient’s experience.

I am a graduate trainee from the North East working here at the QE in the Medical Business Unit. If you can, please show your support by making a donation and contributing to a great cause!

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to the care we can provide for our patients in Gateshead.

‘To help support Peter you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Alex Richardson

I am taking part in this years Great North Run in support of Gateshead Health Charity.

This year I will be running to raise much needed funds for the Children’s Community Nursing Team who work hard looking after some of the most poorly children within our community, preventing and shorten hospital admissions for children to help children and young people to lead a fulfilling and healthy life.

I need your support to make a difference for the poorly children of Gateshead, no donation is too small and all are gratefully received.

To help support Alex you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Geoff Draper

I am raising funds to support the diabetes team at Gateshead Health to support people with diabetes and help fund the latest technology.

They are a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals who specialise in diabetes care and support patients with managing the condition.

Please show your support by making a donation, no amount is too small as every penny counts. Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated.

To help support Geoff you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Steven McCallum

I am taking part in this years Great North Run in support of Gateshead Health Charity at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.

I am raising funds to support the Gateshead Health Charity who do a fantastic job by supporting the Trust to improve patient care and enhance the quality of healthcare in our local community.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to the care we can provide for our patients in Gateshead.

To help support Steven you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Neil Madden

I am taking part in this years Great North Run in support of Cancer Services at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead.

I recently had a close family member whose cancer was successfully treated by the NHS, so I’m raising funds to support Cancer Services through Gateshead Health Charities.

Please don’t forget to add Gift Aid to add an additional 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you.

Thank you very much for your support, it is greatly appreciated and does make a huge difference to the care we can provide for our patients in Gateshead.

To help support Neil you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Siobhan Barnes, Helen Ramm, Lynsey Jarvis
and Kate Marley

This group are collectively running in support of the Paediatrics (Fund 2024).

To help support Siobhan, Helen, Lynsey and Jarvis you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Tilly Monaghan

Running for Joan in support of the St Bede’s Palliative Care (Fund 4803).

To help support Tilly you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Rachel Kiltie

Running in support of the St Bede’s Palliative Care (Fund 4803).

To help support Rachel you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Jeni McAuley

Running in support of the Critical Care (Fund 2049).

To help support Jeni you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Phil McIntyre

Running in support of the Breast Screening Unit (Fund 2062), Maternity (Fund 2004) and Special Care Baby Unit (Fund 2003).

To help support Phil you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Simon Timms

Running in support of the St Bede’s Palliative Care (Fund 4803).

To help support Simon you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Sharny Richards

Running in support of the Breast Screening Unit (Fund 2062).

To help support Sharney you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

David Patterson

Running in support of the General Trustwide.

To help support David you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Rosiered Brownson-Smith

Running in support of the Cancer Services (Fund 2040), Breast Screening Unit (Fund 2062) and the Surgical Breast Care (Fund 2074).

To help support Rosiered you can donate via clicking this JustGiving link.

Matthew James

Running in support of the General Trustwide (Fund 1001).

To help support Matthew you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Abby Knox

Running in support of the General Trustwide (Fund 1001).

To help support Abby you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Elliott Catchpole

Running in support of the Paediatrics (Fund 2024).

To help support Elliott you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Oana Bellucci

Running in support of Orthopaedics.

To help support Oana you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.

Rachel Trory

Running in support of the Breast Screening Unit (Fund 2062).

To help support Jeni you can donate via clicking this Enthuse link.