Patients and celebs take part in BGC Charity Day for Evelina London
03 September 2019
As an exciting part of our 150th birthday celebrations, Evelina London is honoured to have been selected as one of the charities to take part in BGC Charity Day 2019
On Wednesday 11 September, three of our wonderful patients, Cruz, Evie and Arthur, will be joining brokers on the Cantor Fitzgerald and BGC trading floors, along with our very own Dr. Ranj Singh, former Evelina London doctor and TV presenter, and other celebrity ambassadors.
The Charity Day is hosted each year by global brokerage company BGC, to commemorate friends, colleagues and employees whose lives were tragically lost in the attacks on the World Trade Center on 11 September 2001.
All revenue made on the trading floors is donated to charities around the world, so it’s extremely exciting to be one of them this year, as well as a fantastic way to celebrate Evelina London’s 150th birthday!
Cruz, Evie and Arthur have all been patients at Evelina London since they were born.
Let’s get to know them a little better…
Cruz’s story
Cruz was born with a rare kidney condition and had a life-saving operation at the hospital when he was a tiny baby. He needed round-the-clock care for the first three months of his life and has been a regular patient at Evelina London ever since.
Cruz, now aged 5, visits the hospital three times a week for dialysis and he will eventually be ready for a kidney transplant.
‘Cruz refers to Evelina London as “his hospital” and is well known by lots of staff who make him feel at home,’ says his mum, Debbie.
‘We can’t wait to get involved in the BGC Charity Day to raise funds for Evelina London and all those that have been there for Cruz every step of the way. We need Evelina London now but also for Cruz’s future.’
Evie’s story
Before she was even born, Evie was diagnosed with multiple complex heart defects whilst still in the womb.
Her mum and dad, Jo and Justin, were referred to Evelina London for the specialist care Evie would need and Jo had a planned birth at St Thomas’ Hospital, which adjoins Evelina London. Evie underwent two open heart surgeries and multiple procedures before her second birthday to mend her heart. She is now a happy, healthy and energetic little girl.
Evie’s care meant so much to Jo and Justin that they named her Evalina after the hospital that looked after her.
‘We’re so excited about being part of BGC Charity Day,’ says Jo. ‘Evelina London means so much to us and getting involved on 11 September will be another way of thanking staff for caring for our daughter Evie all of her life.
‘Evie loves meeting new people so we’re sure she’ll try and get involved in some selfie action with a celeb or two!’
Arthur’s story
Arthur has just had his first birthday and has spent over a quarter of his life so far at Evelina London with his parents James and Suzi, as well as his two brothers.
Following many admissions to the hospital with bronchiolitis, pneumonia and other respiratory problems, Arthur was made nil by mouth at 4 months old. He is now fed through an abdominal tube that goes directly into his stomach and is slowly making progress. He’s even starting to be allowed to try eating again!
“Evelina London has been like a second home for us and they have treated us like family”, says James, “Their care, equipment and facilities are amazing”
“Representing Evelina London at events like BGC Charity Day has a big place in our hearts, spreading awareness and raising money for such a great cause.”
And joining Cruz, Evie and Arthur…
Speaking of celebs, we’re thrilled to also have Dr. Ranj Singh at the Charity Day!
Dr. Ranj is a medical expert and TV personality who is resident doctor on ITV’s This Morning and co-presents Save Money Good Health, as well as appearing on various other shows. He also happens to be a good friend of Evelina London as he completed his training and worked there. The second series of his BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show Get Well Soon was even filmed at the hospital.
Dr. Ranj is also well known for his stint on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing in 2018. Off air, he is a Sunday Times best-selling author and writes for numerous magazines and websites, where he gives expert opinions on a range of physical and mental health issues.
It’s very exciting to have Ranj there supporting Evelina London at the BGC Charity Day, and he’ll be joined by some other celebrity ambassadors yet to be revealed… watch this space!
Be part of the BGC Charity Day buzz by following Evelina London on Twitter, and Facebook and sign up below to hear more about how you can join Evelina London's 150th birthday celebrations.
Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to take any telephone calls or process any donations by telephone for the immediate and foreseeable future. You can still donate by credit/debit card and/or make a regular gift by Direct Debit. You can also send a cheque too. Thank you very much for your support. We hugely appreciate it.
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If you would like to send a donation by cheque, please make this payable to Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospital Charity, with 'Evelina London' written on the reverse.
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Please note that once a donation has been allocated to a specific fund, we are unable to change this at a later date.
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The charity number for Guy’s and St Thomas’ Charity is 1160316.
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If you need a new tin, collection bucket or security seal sticker, then please let us know by contacting us via email at info@supportevelina.org.uk and we can send a replacement out to you. Please note, we currently have limited stock on some items, and there may be some delays with deliveries.
Do you accept donations of clothing?
Clean, plain clothing for adults and children are accepted, items such as jogging bottoms and sweatshirts are ideal. Used underwear is not accepted.
Thank you to everyone who has offered knitted bonding squares for our Neonatal Unit. We’ll let you know if we need more in future but for now, we have plenty. We’ve had so many offers our cupboards are overflowing!
How can I volunteer?
Fundraising volunteers are vital to our work at Guy's and St Thomas’ Hospital Charity. You can volunteer with us on events, awareness days, in general or even work with the Fundraising Team.
All our opportunities support our fundraising work and activities, we do not organise volunteering within the hospital. If this is what you are interested in please visit the Guy’s and St Thomas' volunteering page.
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All items must be new and in their packaging and please note that we are unfortunately unable to accept any hot food and drink or any perishable food items.
Well done Tony, you are a truely amazing little soul!
Tony! What an inspiration you are, so young, so brave and doing incredible things. Keep going and well done for absolutely smashing your target; it is going to an amazing cause and we love watching your journey. You can do it! X x
Dear Tony, what a beautiful, special, precious little boy you are. You are very brave and strong. You are an inspiration to us all. I hope your legs feel good and help you take on your challenge. You can do it!!👍🥰 I've donated because you made me so proud. Lots of love always Jude xxx
You are such an amazing superhero! Keep up the wonderful things you are doing!😀👍🚑🏃
Well done Tony on your 10km walk. We followed your progress. You are a brave little boy. We wish you well! Love xx
You are amazing and an inspiration to everyone - there's nothing you can't do or achieve in this life! Thank you so much
Caroline and Sarah, at The Cardiology Kids launch party in the park
George with his family
Thank you for everything you are doing. So proud of our NHS - heroes don’t all wear capes! Thank you for everything you do for us all and keep as safe as you can all of you. xx
You are all heroes and should be proud of yourselves as we are of you. No words of thanks can ever express the debt of gratitude.
You have looked after my daughter with such care, too which I am eternally grateful. Thank you.
I had my cancer treatment there, undoubtedly saved my life. Thank you.
I was born at Guy's hospital in 1974, and was treated in St Thomas' in 2003, where I was seriously ill for 13 weeks. Thank you for not only giving me life, but saving it too! X
Guy's and St Thomas' have looked after me so well over many years. Thank you for all those years and for everything you are doing in an unimaginably difficult time. Thinking of you and your families at this time. x
You saved my life when I had cancer. Thank you for then and thank you for now. x
The NHS saved my wife’s life 3 times. We love the nurses, doctors, specialists, secretaries - everyone. You are heroes. Sending hope and love.
You are all amazing and will be remembered in history. Stay strong.
Thank you isn’t enough, so a thousand times more.
You are all amazing and do an incredible job. Filled with gratitude and heartfelt thanks.
You are all phenomenal. Thank you so much.
Wishing you well during this crisis. You are all heroes and deserve the support of the whole nation.
From one nurse to all the others all over the world fighting Covid-19 and all the health professionals, I know this word and term is overused but this time it is a real meaning in the truest form of the word: You are all LEGENDS!
How can we ever repay you for what you are doing for us? Thinking of you all. The NHS means everything. Make sure you're looking after your own wellbeing as much as possible. Take care x
You are all genuine heroes. Each and every one of you!
You are all wonderful, heroic people. You save lives every day and you really, really make a difference. We salute you and send big hugs to keep you going. xx