Royal Free Charity
Further,
faster,
for all.
We are the NHS charity partner of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We exist to support our hospitals to go further, faster and deliver more world firsts; for the patients they care for locally, and for the care they can impact globally.
What we do
We accelerate improvement and innovation beyond what the NHS can provide
And right now, we need your support more than ever.
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Brave New Heights
Ready for the challenge? Take on the Royal Free Charity Abseil 2026 and experience the thrill of a 90-foot descent down the Pears Building beside the Royal Free Hospital. Friday 19 and Saturday 20 June 2026.
Get involved
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Get involved
Your support is why, together, we are able to do what we do and make a difference to the patients, visitors and staff at our hospitals.
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Volunteer for us
How you can give something back to your local hospital
Latest news
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News6 March 2026Transformed restaurant at the Royal Free Hospital
The Royal Free Charity has funded a major refurbishment at the Royal Free Hospital restaurant.
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News4 February 2026Charity backs staff ideas for patient care
The Royal Free Charity invited NHS staff to apply for grants to improve the experience of patients.
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News30 December 2025Royal Free Charity chair awarded MBE for services to the NHS
A former stockbroker turned patient advocate, Judy Dewinter has been awarded an MBE for services to the NHS, recognising her leadership at the Royal Free Charity.