We have a wonderfully dedicated team based in Birmingham. 

 Since 2007 they have been supported by a great volunteer base and have worked hand in hand with Midlands based corporate partners, groups and individuals who all want to raise money that is spent locally. With this support Heart Research UK has funded many community and research projects within the Midlands. 

I feel fortunate that I was given the opportunity to work for a charity that has achieved so much over 5 decades. During the last 11 years working as the Midlands Regional Executive, I have relished building long standing relationships and achieving goals that bring opportunities to help those less fortunate than ourselves

I believe that a hands on approach and working together has been paramount in the success of what the charity has achieved in the region. The local community and businesses have embraced what we are continuing to do in our region, which is reflected in their help, support, and overwhelming generosity. This is not a 9 till 5 job by any means, it needs passion, commitment, hard work which in the end produces lasting results for all concerned. 

After 12 years of travelling and working abroad, I returned to my home city of Birmingham keen to pursue an interest in working in the charity sector. I first joined the Midlands team as a volunteer in 2012 before progressing to a permanent member of staff. I continue to enjoy every minute of the work I do and am very proud to be part of Heart Research UK’s achievements in the Midlands region. It’s not just the wonderful projects that have been funded here but also the relationships built and the support received from individuals and local businesses in the area. 

 The passion and generosity from the local community is always an inspiration and it’s a pleasure to be able to work alongside them, fundraising for pioneering medical research, ground-breaking training and education to improve heart health. 

I first started as a volunteer with Heart Research UK 6 years ago at the young age of 14. Attending and helping to organise charity events I was able to gain both valuable experience and skills in fundraising. With these skills I was able to become HRUK in the midlands’ first ever apprentice. Really caring about the projects the money is raised for is why my volunteer work was so important to me. I’m excited to be able to contribute more to Heart Research UK and the worthwhile causes the charity funds as I progress with my apprenticeship and being able to help make a difference in our local community.