Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) Charity has been shortlisted for the Tesco Stronger Starts community grant scheme, and our colleagues and supporters can help us secure £1,500 for Paediatric Services simply by voting while shopping in selected local Tesco stores.
If successful, the funding will be used to enhance the environment in the Children’s Observation Unit and Children’s Ward, helping to make these spaces feel more welcoming and less frightening for children and families during their hospital stay.
How to vote
When shopping in one of the participating Tesco stores, make a purchase of any value. You’ll receive one voting token per transaction, which can be placed in the DBTH Charity voting box in store. There’s no need to purchase a carrier bag to receive a token.
Participating Tesco stores
Staff and supporters can vote for DBTH Charity at the following locations:
- Tesco Doncaster Edenthorpe Superstore, DN3 2JE
- Tesco Wheatley Doncaster Express, DN2 5NH
- Tesco Station Road Hatfield Express, DN7 6QD
- Tesco Bessacarr Esso Express, DN4 7DA
If you’re unsure which store is closest to you, you can check locations via the Tesco store locator: https://www.tesco.com/store-locator/
When will we know the result?
Voting will take place in store over the coming weeks, with votes collated once the scheme concludes. The outcome of the public vote will be announced in mid-February 2026.
Why should I vote?
By supporting DBTH Charity, you’re helping fund projects that directly benefit our hospitals, the patients we care for and the teams who deliver that care. From improving ward environments to funding equipment and patient comforts, every project is designed to support staff and enhance patient experience.
Recent projects funded, or supported, by the charity include:
- The Phoenix Therapy Suite at Montagu Hospital: an advanced, state-of-the-art stroke rehabilitation suite including seven ‘robotic’ devices – a first for the NHS.
- Sensory room for children with additional needs – this brand-new room within the Children’s Outpatient Department at DRI was funded through £14,250 of charitable funds.
- Bassetlaw Medical Day Unit transformation: Through £40,000 of charitable funding, the Bassetlaw Medical Day unit underwent a complete transformation, increasing their capacity for patients and improving their overall facilities for patient care.
You can explore a full list of projects funded by DBTH Charity here: https://dbthcharity.co.uk/difference-we-make/
