Cancerwise

Also known as: Wessex Cancer Help Centre

Cancer Support centre providing counselling, complementary therapies, specialist support groups and gentle exercise to cancer patients, children and family members in West Sussex and South East Hampshire. Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of people experiencing cancer.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Local Authority

Hampshire West Sussex

Financial Information

Latest Income

£146,346

Latest Expenditure

£154,883

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 105.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 105.8%

Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2025	£146,346	£154,883	0 / 26
2024	£183,400	£147,949	0 / 23
2023	£131,783	£136,668	0 / 25
2022	£191,585	£102,284	0 / 50
2021	£86,305	£94,800	0 / 46

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Cancerwise

What does Cancerwise do?

How much income did Cancerwise report in 2025?

Cancerwise reported total income of £146k and reported expenditure of £155k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Cancerwise registered as a charity?

Cancerwise was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 December 1984 as charity number 290574. It has been registered for 42 years.

Who runs Cancerwise?

Cancerwise is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard Meredith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Cancerwise operate?

Cancerwise operates across 2 areas: Hampshire and West Sussex.

Is Cancerwise a registered charity?

Yes — Cancerwise is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 290574.