Alder Hey Children's Charity
Alder Hey Children's Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children's Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 330,000 patients and families we care for every year. We are inspired by children; they stand at the heart of everything we do, driving us to raise money so the hospital can deliver the best care possible.
Activities & Mission
Alder Hey Children's Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children's Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 330,000 patients and families we care for every year. We are inspired by children; they stand at the heart of everything we do, driving us to raise money so the hospital can deliver the best care possible.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £9,511,000 | £8,576,000 | £5,810,000 | £9,231,000 | £4,954,000 | 53 / 58 |
| 2024 | £8,350,000 | £8,100,000 | £5,483,000 | £8,348,000 | £5,000,000 | 42 / 55 |
| 2023 | £8,284,000 | £8,047,000 | £6,174,000 | £7,750,000 | £4,300,000 | 36 / 52 |
| 2022 | £6,633,000 | £7,670,000 | £5,948,000 | £7,748,000 | £2,900,000 | 27 / 57 |
| 2021 | £4,729,000 | £5,867,000 | £4,630,000 | £8,533,000 | £3,300,000 | 23 / 35 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Alder Hey Children's Charity
What does Alder Hey Children's Charity do?
Alder Hey Children's Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children's Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 330,000 patients and families we care for every year. We are inspired by children; they stand at the heart of everything we do, driving us to raise money so the hospital can deliver the best care possible.
How much income did Alder Hey Children's Charity report in 2025?
Alder Hey Children's Charity reported total income of £9.51m and reported expenditure of £8.58m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Alder Hey Children's Charity?
Alder Hey Children's Charity has a program ratio of 61.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 12% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Alder Hey Children's Charity registered as a charity?
Alder Hey Children's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 February 2015 as charity number 1160661. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Alder Hey Children's Charity?
Alder Hey Children's Charity is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Alder Hey Children's Charity operate?
Alder Hey Children's Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Alder Hey Children's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Alder Hey Children's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160661.
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