Childhood Eye Cancer Trust
Also known as: The Retinoblastoma Society, Chect, Chect Rb Society, R B Society
The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust provides a support and information service for children, families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma, a rare cancer which affects children, mostly under the age of five. It raises public and professional awareness and funds research projects aimed at increasing understanding of retinoblastoma and improving the treatment and care of children.
Activities & Mission
The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust provides a support and information service for children, families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma, a rare cancer which affects children, mostly under the age of five. It raises public and professional awareness and funds research projects aimed at increasing understanding of retinoblastoma and improving the treatment and care of children.
Grants
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Grants paid (2026)
- £80,959
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 668). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Beneficiary group 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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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £660,404 | £588,637 | £410,491 | £367,315 | £362,675 | 10 / 40 |
| 2025 | £519,370 | £542,586 | £387,619 | £295,548 | £288,748 | 10 / 9 |
| 2024 | £449,484 | £575,666 | 0 / 26 | |||
| 2023 | £646,594 | £604,841 | £435,775 | £444,946 | £560,285 | 10 / 5 |
| 2022 | £439,515 | £481,748 | 0 / 21 |
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Frequently asked questions about Childhood Eye Cancer Trust
What does Childhood Eye Cancer Trust do?
The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust provides a support and information service for children, families and individuals affected by retinoblastoma, a rare cancer which affects children, mostly under the age of five. It raises public and professional awareness and funds research projects aimed at increasing understanding of retinoblastoma and improving the treatment and care of children.
How much income did Childhood Eye Cancer Trust report in 2026?
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust reported total income of £660k and reported expenditure of £589k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Childhood Eye Cancer Trust?
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust has a program ratio of 62.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 668 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Childhood Eye Cancer Trust registered as a charity?
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 1987 as charity number 327493. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Childhood Eye Cancer Trust?
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is IAN ELLINGTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Childhood Eye Cancer Trust operate?
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Childhood Eye Cancer Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Childhood Eye Cancer Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327493.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Retinoblastoma Society
- Chect
- Chect Rb Society
- R B Society
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated