Stories

From fantastic fundraisers to superstar staff, these are just some of the stories that show how your support makes a real difference to the Evelina London family.

Behind the care: Danielle Ashley

Meet Danielle, a Clinical Nurse Specialist and discover how she supports young people as they move from children’s to adult healthcare services.

Julie is smiling while wearing sunglasses and a white Evelina London Children’s Charity T-shirt, sitting on a section of the Great Wall of China. The wall stretches behind her through greenery.

Julie’s incredible Great Wall of China Trek

Julie took on The Great Wall of China Trek and raised over £1,600 to support the hospital that has cared for her daughter and her friend’s son.

Bertie sat down, smiling with his tongue out a little. In his nostril there is a feeding tube with a colourful plaster.

Bertie’s incredible journey home

Born at just 24 weeks, Bertie was diagnosed with necrotising enterocolitis (NEC). After 547 days of incredible care at Evelina London, he’s finally home.

Baby Molly is in critical care unit cot, surrounded by plush toys.

Molly’s Christmas miracle

At four weeks old, baby Molly became critically ill, thanks to life-saving treatment at Evelina London, she’s now a happy, healthy four-year-old.

Celebrating 20 years of the Evelina London Children’s Hospital building

It’s been two decades since Evelina London Children’s Hospital opened the doors to its iconic building next to St Thomas’ Hospital.

Making treatments easier with virtual reality

Thanks to incredible supporters like you, we’ve funded virtual reality (VR) headsets for children at Evelina London.

Alex and Serena at the beach with their baby Otis

Alex and Selena’s tribute to their bravest boy, Otis

Alex and Selena cycled 800 miles from London to San Sebastián to honour the life of their son, Otis.

Tina in a cream crochet shore sleeve top in front of the Houses of Parliament.

Tina’s lasting legacy of love

When Tina’s children were cared for at Evelina London, she found strength and support. Now, she honours them by leaving a gift in her Will.

Austin smiling wearing a blue and white striped Brighton and Hoves football t-shirt amongst the crowd waiting to see the football match.

Austin’s incredible care and comeback

After overcoming life-threatening sepsis, 13-year-old Austin is now thriving. His bravery has inspired many, raising over £50,000 for Evelina London, where he was cared for.

Grandad Paul with Indy on the right in a pink dress at Evelina London Hospital.

Paul’s thank you for Indy’s incredible care

Grandad Paul is taking on his first-ever marathon for his amazing granddaughter, Indy, to thank Evelina London for the compassionate care she received.

Creating a home from home at Evelina London

Find out how we support Evelina London Children’s Hospital create a home from home for families, with award-winning charity-funded artwork.

Special support day

This amazing day gave families an opportunity to meet each other, get expert advice and enjoy a fun day packed with activities.

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