Nurse punching for a purpose

06 November, 2026

Jamie (left) preparing for his charity boxing bout

Jamie Macgregor is a nurse at City Health Care Partnership’s GP practices and he’s set himself a personal goal: over the next 10 years, he wants to raise as much money as he possibly can for the Stroke Association by taking on a different challenge every year. CHCP's Foundation charity has helped by sponsoring him £500 for a charity boxing match.

Jamie’s nursing career began on a stroke unit over a decade ago, and that experience has stayed with him ever since. “I witnessed first-hand just how devastating a stroke can be, not only for the individual but for their entire family,” he explains. “Seeing people having to rebuild their lives and relearn things most of us take for granted is something you never really forget.

“Since then I’ve worked across several different areas of nursing and one thing I've come to realise is that stroke doesn't always receive the awareness or charitable support it deserves. Unless someone has experienced a stroke themselves or cared for a loved one who has, I don't think people fully appreciate just how life-changing it can be.

“What makes this particularly important to me is that many strokes are potentially preventable. Now working as a nurse in primary care, I'm passionate about helping people reduce their risk through education, lifestyle changes and managing their health. Equally, for those who do experience a stroke, the support provided by charities such as the Stroke Association can make an enormous difference to their recovery and quality of life."

Jamie has committed to 10 years of fundraising, to make this more than a one-off challenge. His hope is that over the next decade, he can raise as much money and awareness as possible, while hopefully inspiring others to support causes close to their hearts.

"What I hadn't anticipated was just how much this journey would give back to me personally," he says. "Taking on these challenges has had such a positive impact on both my physical and mental health, giving me a real sense of purpose and something meaningful to work towards.

"And the most rewarding part has been how generous other people have been. Seeing friends, colleagues and even complete strangers willing to support something simply because they want to make a difference has genuinely changed my perspective on life. It's reminded me just how much kindness there is in the world.

"If I can look back in 10 years knowing I've helped support stroke survivors and their families, raised awareness of prevention and inspired even a handful of others to do something similar, then every challenge will have been worthwhile.

"I'd also really like to express my sincere gratitude to CHCP and the Foundation for helping make this possible. Having the support of an organisation that encourages its staff to pursue their passions and make a positive difference in the community is something I'm incredibly grateful for."

To support Jamie's fundraising, you can donate here:

https://givestar.io/gs/ultra-white-collar-boxing-fundraising-60671