David's Growing Plants for the NHS

David H Woods is raising money for NHS Charities Together

David's Growing Plants for the NHS · 1 December 2021

NHS Charities Together and its members across the UK are hugely grateful for the support received from so many since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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David H Woods is growing plants for people in Woodford, near Kettering, and surrounding villages to collect in return for a donation. Please donate here or in the box on the plant stall in Thrapston Road opposite the Doctor's Surgery. Postcode NN14 4HY or find on Google Maps, just ask Google for directions to 'David's Growing Plants for the NHS'.

Note: You can donate as much or as little on here from £2 upwards - just enter the amount on the you want to give in the box where it says 'specify an amount' instead of the suggested amounts.

Please have a look at and join David's Facebook group 'David's Growing Plants for the NHS' for more information -https://www.facebook.com/groups/158400812212160/

David started the Group on 20 April 2020 and in September 2022 it reached 1,134 members.Every day David post photos of the plant stall so that you can see what is available, which includes a daily statement of how much money has been raised for the NHS.

On 30th March 2021 David was awarded the 'Rose of Northamptonshire Award' for his dedication to the safety of the community throughout the coronavirus pandemic.On 4th March 2022 Co-op Insurance and Neighbourhood Watch announced that David was 'East Midlands Neighbour of the Year 2022'. David was a finalist in the BBC Radio Northampton 'Make A Difference Awards' in October 2022, 'Fundraiser' Category.

David has been shortlisted in the Make A Difference Awards 2024 'Green Award' category.

On 15th June 2024 David was named in The King's Birthday Honours List to receive the British Empire Medal (BEM) for 'Services to the community of Woodford, Northamptonshire and Charitable Fundraising for the NHS'.

Up to and including 15 November 2021 David raised an amazing £10,002.45 using the 'Virgin Money Giving' platform. He now has set a new extra £10,000 target, with no timescale, just saying 'it will take as long as it takes'. On Sunday 26 February 2023 I reached £20,000 total donated so I have doubled the target on here to £20,000 making a total target of £30,000. In 2024 he has doubled the target on here making an overall new target of £50,000, this is certainly 'the plant stall that just keeps growing'.

Click on Media/ videos on the page and you will see loads of plant advice and how David grow the plants. Photos of seed packets are included in Media/Albums and David even arranges weekend competitions, where people post their photos of a chosen theme....all good fun; enjoy your garden.

There's even a 'Spotify' playlist of songs for you to listen to while in the garden just search for 'David's Growing Plants for the NHS'

Professional(DEFRA)/Registered Operator/plant grower. Customer registration number (CRN) is 142904

Thank you all for your support.

David H Woods BEM

Funds raised for NHS Charities Together are used to support our 241 member charities across the UK, which provide extra support to the NHS to help people stay healthier for longer and get better faster. In recent years, NHS charities have funded major capital projects, pioneering research and medical equipment, helping patients access the best possible care when they need it most.They also play a key role in mobilising volunteers to support NHS staff, brightening wards and waiting areas with colourful and engaging art, and build an important link between hospitals and communities. Other NHS charities support mental health trusts, community health and ambulance services.Find out more about the impact of NHS charities here: https://www.nhscharitiestogether.co.uk/

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About the campaign

NHS Charities Together and its members across the UK are hugely grateful for the support received from so many since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.

About the charity

NHS Charities Together is a national independent charity caring for the NHS. Together with a network of over 230 NHS charities across the UK, we provide the extra support needed to care for NHS staff, patients and communities.

Donation summary

Total
£26,840.53
+ £347.82 Gift Aid
Online
£26,840.53
Offline
£0.00

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