Let’s take a moment to highlight some of the fundraising activity from last month… Oh yes they did! Our dedicated volunteer, Carole, had a delightful afternoon in late December as she visited the Blyth Phoenix Theatre – who doesn’t love a good panto, after all? The actors and actresses presented a generous cheque for £500, … Continued
November has been a whirlwind of activity, keeping our fundraisers and volunteers on their toes as they joined keen supporters for cheque presentations. It’s time to take a closer look at the amazing fundraising moments that have defined the past 31 days… Let’s get quizzical We’re rewinding to the start of November, when our wonderful … Continued
Every piece of clothing our doctors, paramedics, and pilots wear are thoughtfully chosen to prepare them for any situation. In fact, a few years back, we upgraded from orange to red flight suits to enhance their visibility and ensure they’re even better equipped on the scene. Paramedic Laura recently joined our critical care team after … Continued
The fire crackles, the prosecco is flowing, and you’re indulging in cheese and cake sourced from local farms… pure bliss. And guess what? This could be you! Our third raffle prize is a dreamy three-night stay over Valentine’s weekend, generously donated by Sarah from Northumberland. One lucky couple will experience this cosy getaway in this … Continued
If we had to sum it up: Great North Run, a poorly helicopter, and loads of incredible fundraising! Without further ado, let’s dive into what our amazing supporters were up to last month to help raise vital funds for our life-saving service. From one paw to another Our fundraiser Amanda recently had the pleasure of … Continued
We want to thank each and every person who dedicated their precious time to generating funds for our service, so here’s a little shoutout to people across the North who’ve played their part in keeping our helicopters in the sky during Summer. Guess who’s back, back again? In August, we were delighted to welcome the … Continued
You’ll hear a distant thump of live music, the smell of freshly cooked food, and the taste of a beautiful summer’s day (ok, don’t hold us to the last one, we can’t make any promises on the British weather!). Regardless, pack your picnic blanket, sunglasses and maybe a brolly – it’s time to get ready … Continued
Operational helicopters and state-of-the-art equipment come at a price, but when someone’s life is on the line, the value of our service is priceless. That’s why the fundraising efforts of our supporters are crucial to our charity’s operations; every coin dropped into a donation bucket, every cake sold at a bake sale, and every event … Continued
From August 1, pooches of all shapes, sizes, and breeds will be tackling 30, 60, or 90 miles, while raising money to keep our Whirlybirds in the sky and responding to people in need. For the humans who will be accompanying their furry friends on this journey, you might be wondering: where are the best … Continued
Whether you’re a former receptionist who has a knack for answering the telephone, a self-professed excel whizz, or perhaps you’re simply looking to keep busy and enjoy a spot of company – we welcome all volunteers with open arms. So, let’s say you did decide to commit to a volunteering role at HQ, what would … Continued
