Bone Cancer Research Trust
Also known as: Bcrt; Bcrt; Bcr; Bone Cancer Research; Team Bones
The Bone Cancer Research Trust's mission is to save lives and improve outcomes for people affected by primary bone cancer by being: the catalyst for pioneering research, the trusted source of information, the voice of the primary bone cancer community and a supportive network for the people affected
Activities & Mission
The Bone Cancer Research Trust's mission is to save lives and improve outcomes for people affected by primary bone cancer by being: the catalyst for pioneering research, the trusted source of information, the voice of the primary bone cancer community and a supportive network for the people affected
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 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 16% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,192,813 | £3,463,544 | £2,406,693 | £4,561,737 | £831,245 | 34 / 58 |
| 2023 | £2,945,241 | £3,244,247 | £2,245,729 | £3,601,896 | £1,140,986 | 31 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,866,576 | £4,481,656 | £3,689,405 | £3,714,139 | £851,218 | 26 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,673,023 | £2,828,865 | £2,259,590 | £4,859,758 | £1,635,136 | 20 / 20 |
| 2020 | £2,756,042 | £1,349,681 | £949,654 | £2,812,525 | £1,490,000 | 18 / 12 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bone Cancer Research Trust
What does Bone Cancer Research Trust do?
The Bone Cancer Research Trust's mission is to save lives and improve outcomes for people affected by primary bone cancer by being: the catalyst for pioneering research, the trusted source of information, the voice of the primary bone cancer community and a supportive network for the people affected
How much income did Bone Cancer Research Trust report in 2024?
Bone Cancer Research Trust reported total income of £4.19m and reported expenditure of £3.46m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Bone Cancer Research Trust?
Bone Cancer Research Trust has a program ratio of 57.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Bone Cancer Research Trust registered as a charity?
Bone Cancer Research Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 December 2014 as charity number 1159590. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Bone Cancer Research Trust?
Bone Cancer Research Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David Elston. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bone Cancer Research Trust operate?
Bone Cancer Research Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Bone Cancer Research Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Bone Cancer Research Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159590.
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Also Known As
- Bcrt; Bcrt; Bcr; Bone Cancer Research; Team Bones
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated