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We are the official charity of the Neonatal Unit at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital, supporting babies born too sick or too soon.

All of the money that is donated and fundraised for Archie at The Neonatal unit goes back into the Unit. We have helped provide enhanced medical equipment, pediatric training & research, and family support for the parents and carers whose babies are in the unit.

19/01/2026

Don your tartan and walk with Team Archie! 🥾💙

Sign ups are in full swing and we would love to see Team Archie represented across all four Kiltwalks in 2026 – Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee and Edinburgh!

Every step you take helps support babies and children when they need it most 💙 With different distances to choose from, there’s a Kiltwalk for everyone, whether it’s your first challenge or your fifteenth.

✨ Extra shout-out to Edinburgh – we are keen to grow Team Archie this year, so if you have been thinking about it… this is your sign!

👉 Sign up now: https://thekiltwalk.co.uk/

🎽 Select The Archie Foundation as your chosen charity and walk with purpose.

Let’s make 2026 our biggest Kiltwalk year yet 💪

18/01/2026

Supporter Sunday 💙⚽

A huge thank you to the wonderful Portletico FC, who went above and beyond in October by hosting a 24-hour football match to raise funds for two amazing causes. They chose to support The Larder in Portlethen and the Aberdeen Neonatal Unit.

After an epic 24 hours on the pitch 🏟️, the team also hosted a race night 🎲, showing incredible dedication and generosity. Together, they donated £3,584 to the neonatal fund with The Archie Foundation in Aberdeen 💛.

We were thrilled to welcome members of the club for a cheque presentation. Craig was joined by Jordan, Bethan, and their sons Jude and Harris 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦. This fundraiser was especially close to their hearts following Jordan and Bethan’s personal experience with the neonatal unit in 2025 after the birth of their little ones 💛.

We are so happy to see how well they are all doing and are incredibly grateful for the support they have shown to families in our care 🙏. We are so lucky to have supporters like you — thank you 💛.

17/01/2026

🎉 The Power of Your Play 🎉

Thanks to the incredible support of our partnership with the Scottish Children’s Lottery, we’ve received £1,260.15 to support a range of Archie initiatives that help make a real difference 🌟

Check out our promo video to learn more about what play truly means for our charity and the impact it has on the children and families we support.

Every play makes a difference, so a huge thank you to everyone who has already signed up 💙

Sign up today to help us create an even bigger impact next year and be in with a chance to win some money while you’re at it ✨

👉 https://play.alwaysinlottery.com/ #/?

16/01/2026

Supporting Families When It Matters Most 💙

In December 2025, families spent a total of 412 nights at The Archie Family Centre. We are so proud to offer this safe and welcoming space when families need it most. Our centre includes 19 ensuite bedrooms, providing a place to rest close to their little ones during stressful times.

2025 was our busiest year yet, with 4,744 nights spent supporting families. For many, knowing they have a place to stay removes yet another thing they have to worry about while their child is in hospital. The Archie Family Centre provides comfort, reassurance, and a sense of normality at times when families need it most.

If you would like to help us continue supporting families through the Archie Family Centre, why not take part in one of our exciting fundraising opportunities this year? Whether it’s Firewalk, Marathon March, or Kiltwalk, every step you take will directly help families in need. Reach out to our team via hello@archie.org to find out more 💛

15/01/2026

🚴 We’re proud to announce that The Archie Foundation is an official charity partner for Ride the North 2026!

We’re also excited to share that Ride the North 2026 registration is now open for returning riders, with new participants able to register from 22 January.

Ride with purpose, challenge yourself, and help make a real difference for children and their families accessing healthcare and bereavement support.

Find out how to register your charity place here 👉 https://archie.org/events/ride-the-north-2026/

13/01/2026

🌟 Archie’s Marathon March is back 🏃‍♂️‍➡️ 🌟

It’s time to get Marchie for Archie once again. Throughout March, we are asking you to move a mile a day and be part of a lovely community with one collective goal to help make a difference.

Walk, run, use your wheelchair, swim, push a buggy or head out with the dog - Marathon March is designed to be inclusive and open to everyone. Whether you are taking part as an individual, school or workplace, we would love to have you involved.

It takes just 2 minutes to sign up, so why not get signed up today? 💙
👉 https://archie.org/events/archies-marathon-march/

12/01/2026

🥾 Walk the Kiltwalk for The Archie Foundation 🥾

Taking on the Kiltwalk is an incredible challenge and a true testament to your strength and determination, and by doing it for The Archie Foundation, every step you take helps directly change little lives.

Whether you are walking with family (the Wee Wander is perfect for little ones), taking on a bigger challenge with friends, or getting colleagues together for a team-building day with real impact, there is a Kiltwalk for everyone.

📍 Glasgow - April 25-26
📍Aberdeen - June 7
📍Dundee - August 16
📍Edinburgh - September 13

⚠️ Sign up soon - the 8:30am Glasgow Mighty Stride wave on Sunday has already SOLD OUT, with limited spaces still available in later waves.

Our team was incredible last year, join now and help make 2026 our biggest year yet for Team Archie 💙

We would love to welcome walkers from all regions. If you are interested in the Aberdeen Kiltwalk, but live further afield (including Inverness), reach out to us at hello@archie.org, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Sign up now: https://archie.org/events/kiltwalk-2026/

11/01/2026

💙 Supporter Sunday 💙

A huge thank you to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, who went above and beyond to support The Archie Foundation in 2025.

When extreme weather forced their original Three Peaks Challenge to be postponed, this incredible team didn’t give up. Instead, they took on a seriously tough alternative challenge using SFRS resources, climbing the ladder again and again to reach a staggering 3,000 metres.

Starting at around 9.45am, the team completed the challenge in just over three hours, climbing the ladder 56 times each, with three flights of stairs on every descent. An incredible physical and mental effort, all in support of children and families across the North of Scotland. Even Archie made an appearance to cheer them on!

Thank you to everyone involved and to all who donated so generously. We were delighted to welcome a part of the team to RACH just before Christmas for their cheque presentation. We are so grateful for the continued support shown by SFRS throughout the year, from fundraising events to bringing festive cheer to children in hospital.

We truly appreciate everything you do and are really looking forward to the year ahead together. 💙🚒

10/01/2026

🔥 Can you handle the heat? 🔥

We are so excited to offer places for the Firewalk Challenge at Aberdeen Science Centre, and we are looking for brave supporters to take part while supporting The Archie Foundation.

The evening includes a supportive, motivational seminar followed by the challenge itself, walking 20 feet across glowing hot embers, with friends, family and supporters cheering you on. It’s an incredible experience and a real confidence boost.

📅 Sunday, 1 March 2026
📍 Aberdeen Science Centre

💷 £20 to register, with a minimum £250 sponsorship to support the vital work of The Archie Foundation. You’ll receive fundraising support, a t-shirt and lots of encouragement along the way.

👣 Minimum age: 14 years

Feeling brave?
👉 Take on the challenge and face the flames for Archie 🔥
Sign up now: https://archie.org/events/firewalk-2026/

08/01/2026

Are financial worries making it harder for your family to access the healthcare you need? 💙

The NHS offers excellent care, but sometimes it's not just a matter of health, it's the other struggles you can face before you even walk through the hospital doors.

At The Archie Foundation, we’re here to help break down those barriers. Our vision is simple: every child in our supported regions should have equal access to world-class healthcare and bereavement support.

When unexpected hospital admissions or ongoing treatment put strain on your finances, our Emergency Grants can help with:
- Travel costs
- Accommodation
- Essential clothing and toiletries
- Emergency financial support when it’s needed most

Your family’s wellbeing matters to us. If you’re struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Get in touch today to find out how we can support your family during a difficult time. We’re here for you💙

07/01/2026

We are really proud to share one of our recent projects 💙🐻

The Pain Nurse from the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital approached us with an idea to create an updated pain scale using an Archie graphic – something that would make it easier for patients to explain how they are feeling.

Clare Mackie, the talented artist behind Archie, got straight to work bringing the idea to life, with Eyecandy Graphics producing the brilliant pain tool cards. They will now be distributed to teams across RACH and Dr Gray’s, helping young patients communicate their pain more clearly and confidently.

A simple idea, but one that will make a real difference every day 💙

Thank you to everyone involved in making this happen ✨

05/01/2026

🎉✨ Happy New Year everyone! We hope you all had a lovely break and are feeling refreshed and maybe even thinking about those New Year’s resolutions ✨🎉

If one of your goals this year is to take on a walking or running challenge, Archie might be able to help. We have a range of events coming up in 2026 that can support you in achieving your personal goals, while also helping to support babies, children, and families across the North East of Scotland💙

Here are a few upcoming challenges to get you thinking👇
🏃‍♀️ Marathon March – 1–31 March
🏃 Inverness Half Marathon – 8 March
🚶‍♀️ Kiltwalk Glasgow 25/26 April
🏃 Edinburgh 5K or 10K – 23 May
🏃‍♂️ Edinburgh Marathon – 24 May
🚶‍♀️ Kiltwalk Aberdeen – 7 June
🚶‍♀️ Kiltwalk Dundee - 16 August
🏃 Beast Race (10K) – 12 September
🚶‍♀️ Kiltwalk Edinburgh - 13 September

If any of these spark your interest, we’d love to hear from you! Our team is here to support you every step of the way and help turn those resolutions into something truly meaningful ✨

To get involved, please get in touch at hello@archie.org 📧

Address

C/O Neonatal Unit Aberdeen Maternity Hospital Cornhill Road
Aberdeen
AB252ZL

Telephone

+441224559559

Website

https://archie.org/neonatal/

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What do we do?

Since 1984 we have helped hundreds of families. Many spend a few days in the unit, while other babies need specialist care for longer. However long you are there it can be a worrying time, emotionally, physically and financially. All of the money that is donated and fundraised for Friends of the Neonatal Unit is used to benefit babies and their families during their stay and beyond. We have helped provide enhanced medical equipment, paediatric training & research, and family support for the parents and carers whose babies are in the unit.