About us Vision, mission, values Vision, mission, values As an NHS charity we are passionate about enhancing the patient, carer and staff experience right across the Trust. Our purpose is to provide benefit to the public by supporting the prevention and treatment of illness in all its forms and to promote research and education in healthcare through: Improving the patient and carer experience; Improving healthcare facilities and equipment; Facilitating high quality research programmes; Encouraging and supporting innovation in the development of services; and Supporting the training, personal development and welfare of staff. Donations are used to support our brilliant people to deliver exceptional care.