Harrogate Hospital Radio has received an £18,000 grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
The grant will allow the volunteer-run station to upgrade its broadcasting equipment and improve audio quality for listeners across Harrogate District Hospital.
The station, which provides entertainment and support to patients, staff and visitors, says the funding will help modernise its studios and improve radio connectivity on hospital wards.
Bernard Mageean, Chair, said:
“We’re incredibly grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund and to everyone who plays the National Lottery. This grant will make a huge difference to our volunteers and listeners alike.
"It means we can continue improving our broadcasting equipment and ensure our output remains of a high quality for patients at Harrogate District Hospital.
"The funding will enable the station to continue providing its much-loved service while operating with modern, upgraded equipment in the studio and around the hospital for years to come’’.
The station says the upgrade will support its long-term plans for growth.
It's also preparing to offer new volunteering opportunities later this year as its services expand, with roles expected in broadcasting, production and behind-the-scenes support.
Oliver Johnson, Marketing Manager, said:
“I’d like to extend my heartfelt thank you, on behalf of the station to all our wonderful sponsors from in and around Harrogate for their continued support.
"Their generosity, alongside the funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, helps keep the station thriving and enables our volunteers to make a real difference to patients’ wellbeing’’.
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