Brainstrust
The Trust's principal charitable objects are to provide funding for the support of and treatment for people diagnosed with primary brain cancer, particularly critically sited brain tumours. The Trust also funds translational scientific research into the treatment of brain cancer.
Activities & Mission
The Trust's principal charitable objects are to provide funding for the support of and treatment for people diagnosed with primary brain cancer, particularly critically sited brain tumours. The Trust also funds translational scientific research into the treatment of brain cancer.
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 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 28% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £779,256 | £739,180 | £627,848 | £566,108 | £185,888 | 14 / 200 |
| 2024 | £652,450 | £730,525 | £633,493 | £526,032 | £121,593 | 15 / 200 |
| 2023 | £691,706 | £791,844 | £714,187 | £604,107 | £205,029 | 15 / 200 |
| 2022 | £952,203 | £663,431 | £558,284 | £704,245 | £273,874 | 15 / 220 |
| 2021 | £741,090 | £511,271 | £472,564 | £415,474 | £267,737 | 13 / 89 |
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Frequently asked questions about Brainstrust
What does Brainstrust do?
The Trust's principal charitable objects are to provide funding for the support of and treatment for people diagnosed with primary brain cancer, particularly critically sited brain tumours. The Trust also funds translational scientific research into the treatment of brain cancer.
How much income did Brainstrust report in 2025?
Brainstrust reported total income of £779k and reported expenditure of £739k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Brainstrust?
Brainstrust has a program ratio of 80.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Brainstrust registered as a charity?
Brainstrust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 2006 as charity number 1114634. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Brainstrust?
Brainstrust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER BAKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Brainstrust operate?
Brainstrust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Brainstrust a registered charity?
Yes — Brainstrust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114634.
Details
Castle Road
Cowes
Isle of Wight
PO31 7QG
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- 14 May 2026
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