95 Deacons Hill Road, Elstree, Borehamwood, WD6 3JF, United Kingdom info@kanunwankwoheart.lat  ·  +44 (0)161 742 5086
UK Heart Foundation · Public Benefit Organisation

Supporting Children, Families and Communities Through Heart Health Action

Kanu Nwankwo Heart Foundation works to support heart health awareness, charitable medical assistance, family guidance, community outreach and public benefit programmes for people affected by cardiac conditions.

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Heart Health Core Focus
Children & Families Priority Beneficiaries
UK Office Elstree, Borehamwood
Public Benefit Foundation Purpose

Our Mission

The Foundation exists to improve access to heart health information, support families navigating cardiac care, encourage early intervention and mobilise charitable resources for vulnerable children and communities.

Heart Care With Human Focus

Kanu Nwankwo Heart Foundation is structured around compassionate support for children, young people and families affected by heart-related health challenges.

Our work promotes awareness, responsible referral pathways, community education and practical support where charitable intervention can make a meaningful difference.

Prevention, Awareness & Support

Heart health challenges can affect families emotionally, financially and socially. The Foundation works to reduce barriers to information, assistance and community-based care.

Delivery is supported by responsible governance, safeguarding standards, partnership review and transparent public communication.

Programmes & Focus Areas

The Foundation’s website is structured around common UK charitable foundation functions, including health education, family support, fundraising, safeguarding, volunteering, governance and partnership engagement.

01

Heart Health Awareness

Public information campaigns, community education, school engagement and outreach activity focused on cardiac symptoms, prevention and early support.

02

Children’s Medical Support

Charitable assistance for children and families affected by heart conditions, subject to eligibility review, safeguarding checks and appropriate medical referral processes.

03

Family Guidance

Signposting, practical guidance and community support for families managing appointments, treatment decisions, travel needs and emotional pressure.

04

Community Outreach

Local and international community projects designed to improve awareness, reduce isolation and connect families with relevant support channels.

05

Fundraising & Donations

Responsible fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, corporate partnerships, sponsored events and community giving in support of heart health programmes.

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Partnership Development

Collaboration with healthcare professionals, schools, charities, community groups, businesses and public bodies to strengthen impact and accountability.

Impact & Outcomes

The Foundation focuses on practical outcomes: increased awareness, earlier support, improved family confidence, stronger referral pathways and wider charitable participation.

Awareness

Improving public understanding of heart health, cardiac warning signs and support options.

Access

Helping families identify suitable support routes, charitable assistance and professional advice.

Care

Supporting vulnerable children and families through structured, compassionate and responsible programmes.

Partnership

Working with appropriate organisations to expand reach, improve governance and strengthen delivery.

Monitoring & Reporting

Programme activity may be reviewed using enquiry records, beneficiary feedback, referral notes, fundraising records, partner input and impact reporting where appropriate.

Responsible Delivery

Foundation activities are planned around public benefit, safeguarding, confidentiality, risk management and clear communication with beneficiaries, donors and partners.

Safeguarding & Welfare

Safeguarding is central to the Foundation’s work. Activities involving children, young people, vulnerable adults, families or sensitive medical circumstances should be managed with appropriate supervision, confidentiality, safer recruitment, risk assessment and clear reporting routes.

Anyone with a safeguarding concern should contact the Foundation office or, where there is immediate risk of harm, contact emergency services or the relevant statutory safeguarding authority.

S

Safe Practice

Beneficiary contact, events and outreach activity are planned with welfare, dignity and protection in mind.

C

Confidentiality

Medical, family and personal information should be handled carefully, lawfully and only for appropriate purposes.

R

Referral Routes

Where specialist health or safeguarding needs arise, the Foundation supports responsible signposting and escalation.

Governance, Policies & Transparency

A UK foundation website should provide clear information about governance, safeguarding, privacy, complaints, equality, fundraising and responsible administration.

Trustees & Oversight

Foundation activity is guided by responsible oversight, public-benefit purpose, financial controls, risk management and transparent decision-making.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Programmes should be accessible, respectful and inclusive, with reasonable steps taken to reduce barriers for beneficiaries and communities.

Privacy & Data Protection

Personal, family, donor and medical-related information should be handled lawfully, securely and only for clear charitable purposes.

Complaints

Feedback and complaints may be submitted to the Foundation office. Concerns should be reviewed fairly, promptly and with suitable records maintained.

Fundraising Standards

Donations, sponsorships and fundraising activity should be managed responsibly, transparently and in line with relevant UK expectations.

Modern Slavery Statement

The Foundation supports ethical conduct and expects suppliers, partners and delivery relationships to oppose exploitation, coercion and unsafe practice.

How We Work

1. Enquiry & Need

Families, partners, schools, community groups or donors contact the Foundation with a clear description of the need, proposed support or intended charitable purpose.

2. Review & Eligibility

Requests may be reviewed against charitable objectives, safeguarding requirements, available resources, medical relevance and public-benefit considerations.

3. Programme or Support Planning

Activities are structured with objectives, beneficiary information, partner input, budget considerations, risk controls and appropriate communication.

4. Delivery & Follow-Up

Outcomes may be reviewed through beneficiary feedback, attendance, donor reporting, partner discussion, case records and impact statements.

Support the Foundation

Support from individuals, businesses, healthcare partners, schools, community groups and donors helps the Foundation expand heart health awareness and family support programmes.

D

Donate

Donations can support heart health awareness, children’s medical assistance, family guidance, community events and charitable outreach programmes.

V

Volunteer

Volunteers may support events, fundraising, administration, community engagement or awareness activity, subject to suitability and safeguarding checks.

P

Partner With Us

Businesses, healthcare organisations, schools and charities can work with the Foundation to deliver targeted projects and wider public benefit.

Foundation Information

KNHF

Organisation Name: Kanu Nwankwo Heart Foundation

Reference Number: 239900686

Entity Type: UK Charitable Foundation

Foundation Office:
95 Deacons Hill Road
Elstree
Borehamwood
WD6 3JF
United Kingdom

Email: info@kanunwankwoheart.lat

Telephone: +44 (0)161 742 5086

Foundation Type Heart Health Foundation
Country United Kingdom
Town Borehamwood
County Hertfordshire
Kanu Nwankwo Heart Foundation provides this organisational information for charitable, community, safeguarding, donor, partnership, programme and public communication purposes. Families, healthcare partners, schools, charities, businesses and community organisations may contact the Foundation with concise support or programme enquiries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Foundation support children with heart conditions?

The Foundation focuses on heart health awareness and charitable support for children and families affected by cardiac conditions, subject to review, eligibility and available resources.

Can families contact the Foundation directly?

Yes. Families may contact the Foundation with a concise explanation of the situation, relevant support needs, contact details and any appropriate referral information.

Can businesses or donors support Foundation activity?

Yes. Businesses and donors may support the Foundation through donations, sponsorship, fundraising, events, community partnerships and awareness campaigns.

Does the Foundation offer volunteering opportunities?

Volunteering may be available depending on programme needs, suitability, role requirements, training and safeguarding checks.

How are safeguarding concerns handled?

Concerns should be reported promptly to the Foundation office or the appropriate statutory authority where urgent action is required. Records and follow-up should be handled responsibly and confidentially.

Contact the Foundation

Foundation Office

For family support enquiries, heart health awareness projects, safeguarding questions, donations, fundraising, volunteering, partnership proposals, media requests or general correspondence, please contact Kanu Nwankwo Heart Foundation.

Email: info@kanunwankwoheart.lat

Phone: +44 (0)161 742 5086

Address:
95 Deacons Hill Road
Elstree
Borehamwood
WD6 3JF
United Kingdom

Please include your name, organisation where relevant, contact details, enquiry type, beneficiary group where relevant and a concise description of the support, donation or programme request.