Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity has significantly strengthened its mission with the appointment of eight exceptional new ambassadors, each bringing unique talents and unwavering commitment to supporting the region's young patients.
The diverse group of ambassadors includes Olympic gold medallist and cycling champion Matt Rotherham, alongside other high-profile figures from sports, business, and community leadership who have all demonstrated remarkable dedication to the charity's cause.
A Powerful Force for Good
These new appointments represent a strategic expansion of the charity's ambassador programme, creating a formidable network of advocates who will help raise both awareness and crucial funds for the hospital's life-changing work.
David Vernon-Edwards, Chief Executive of Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity, expressed his enthusiasm: "We are absolutely thrilled to welcome these eight incredible individuals to our ambassador family. Each brings something special to our cause, and their collective influence will undoubtedly make a tremendous difference to the children and families we serve."
Meet the New Champions
The newly appointed ambassadors include:
- Matt Rotherham - Paralympic cycling champion
- Tom Staniford - World champion para-cyclist
- Dawn Fidler - Founder of The Joshua Wilson Brain Tumour Charity
- Chris Wain - Business leader and philanthropist
- Emma Scattergood - Community fundraising specialist
- James Wilson - Local entrepreneur and charity supporter
- Sarah Johnson - Healthcare advocate
- Michael Andrews - Corporate partnership expert
Making a Real Difference
These ambassadors will play crucial roles in various aspects of the charity's work, from fundraising events and awareness campaigns to supporting families directly affected by the hospital's services. Their diverse backgrounds ensure the charity can reach wider audiences and create more meaningful connections across different sectors of society.
"As someone who understands the importance of specialist healthcare," shared Matt Rotherham, "I'm honoured to support Sheffield Children's Hospital and help ensure every child receives the exceptional care they deserve."
Building on Success
The charity's ambassador programme has already proven instrumental in supporting projects beyond NHS funding, including state-of-the-art medical equipment, patient environment enhancements, and vital research programmes. These new appointments signal an exciting new chapter in the charity's development and its ability to serve the community.
The Sheffield Children's Hospital continues to be a beacon of excellence in paediatric care, and with this strengthened team of ambassadors, the charity is perfectly positioned to amplify its impact and reach even greater heights in supporting young patients and their families.
