Sally George Head of Fundraising and Voluntary Services Expand Sally has worked at the Trust since 2016, having worked in the charity sector for over 20 years. Sally enjoys running and cycling and launched the Charity's inaugural Ride4Life cycling event in 2017. She recently completed a years secondment at the London Ambulance Trust and has returned with a host of new ideas and initiatives to benefit and enhance Valley Hospital Charities future direction and success!!!!
Mark Cullen Community Fundraising Manager Expand Mark joined the team in February 2021 having worked primarily in financial services for most of his career. Mark is a cycling fanatic, with one of his biggest achievements being cycling the Stelvio Pass in Italy as photographed. He has completed several challenge events such as LEJOG 2022 (Lands End to John O'Groats), London To Brighton x3 (2014,2016,2024), London to Paris x3 (2015,2023,2024), The London Revolution 2016, Classic Alpine Cols 2018, The Dolomites and Stelvio 2019, Paris to Geneva 2017, Ride London x3 (2015, 2018 & 2022) Pyrenees Traverse 2023, Euro Cities 2022 (London-Amsterdam-Brussels), The London Triathlon 2023, Blenheim Palace Triathlon 2024 and Swim Serpentine 2023. He is now gearing up for his 2026 challenges!
Lucy Fox Business Process Officer Expand Lucy has worked at the Trust for over 20 years, supporting the Charity as it has grown. Lucy manages our supporter database and our online giving platforms, as well as supporting our volunteer recruitment. In her spare time Lucy plays Netball.
Sarah Young Charity Co-ordinator Expand Sarah joined us in February 2021 and is currently our Charity Coordinator Sarah is a Unit Manager for Dartford St John Ambulance Badgers, a voluntary group for youth members aged 5-11. She also volunteers with other local community groups and associations.
Teni Lemo Teni Lemo - Fundraising Volunteer Expand Hi I'm Teni I hold a degree in Business Information systems, and I have now joined the fundraising team as a volunteer, I want to create a difference and commit to a wider community. This aligns with my personal morals and beliefs. I hope my skills and experience can help the charity continue its success.
Charitable Funds Committee Representing the Corporate Trustee, the Committee meets 3 times a year Expand Purpose The Charitable Funds Committee exists to oversee the governance of Valley Hospital Charity (Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Charitable Fund) on behalf of the Board of Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, in accordance with the duties and responsibilities of charitable Trustees. The Committee also exists to ensure that Valley Hospital Charity complies with its charitable objects. The Charitable Fund should be applied to wherever Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust provides its services. Membership Non-Executive Director (Chair) Director of Finance (to be represented by Deputy Director of Finance if unable to attend) Medical Director (to be represented by another Executive Director or Deputy Medical Director if unable to attend) Director of Operations Assistant Director of Finance Head of Fundraising and Voluntary Services Finance Manager Associate Director, Corporate Development (Trust Secretary)
Charity Management Board A volunteer board which meets 6 weekly to review funding requests and approve charitable expenditure Expand Purpose The Charity Management Board exists as a sub-committee of the Charitable Funds Committee, to manage Valley Hospital Charity (Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust Charitable Fund) by executing plans, monitoring actions, and making decisions regarding expenditure in relation to all the sites from which the Trust operates, within the framework agreed by the Charitable Funds Committee, and the Trust’s Standing Financial Instructions. Membership Chairman (Lay member) (to be elected by the Members) Lay representatives from community (6) Head of Fundraising & Voluntary Services (NHS Trust) The Finance Manager with responsibility for oversight of the charitable fund accounts (NHS Trust) Medical representative (NHS Trust) Nursing representative (NHS Trust) Chairman of Trust Board (NHS Trust)