We’re based at Birmingham Children’s Hospital

Your donations help us fund training, clinical oversight, and staffing so Ward Buddies can directly support children at Birmingham Children’s Hospital and, one day, beyond.

Run, cycle, host a bake sale, or create your own challenge to raise funds for Ward Buddies – helping bring comfort and connection to children who need it most. Get started at Just Giving.

Jamie McDonald is an inspirational keynote speaker who can energise, engage, and inspire your staff to take on an impossible mission of their own. By booking Jamie to speak at your conference or event, you’ll also be helping Ward Buddies reach more children who need us.

We’ve made a bold promise: 100% of donations go directly to helping children feel less alone in hospital. To keep Ward Buddies sustainable, we’re looking for partners to help support the backbone of the model—so we can continue reaching the children who need us most, now and in the future.

We’re currently based in Birmingham, but interest in Ward Buddies is growing across the UK. Join our Volunteer Interest Register to hear from us as opportunities expand – click here

If you’re a hospital interested in Ward Buddies, let’s explore how we can support your families and staff together.