Cicely Saunders International
Also known as: The Cicely Saunders Foundation
Our mission is to promote research to improve the care and treatment of all patients with progressive illness and to make high-quality palliative care available to everyone who needs it: be it in hospice, hospital or home. There is no other charity specifically concerned with carrying out work to identify and promote best practice in palliative care.
Activities & Mission
Our mission is to promote research to improve the care and treatment of all patients with progressive illness and to make high-quality palliative care available to everyone who needs it: be it in hospice, hospital or home. There is no other charity specifically concerned with carrying out work to identify and promote best practice in palliative care.
Grants
Cicely Saunders International is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Grants paid (2023)
- £191,898
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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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.
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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £423,783 | £674,152 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £231,234 | £437,783 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £1,219,321 | £301,788 | £289,067 | £3,598,388 | £1,081,998 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £246,619 | £294,928 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £155,534 | £1,236,398 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cicely Saunders International
What does Cicely Saunders International do?
Our mission is to promote research to improve the care and treatment of all patients with progressive illness and to make high-quality palliative care available to everyone who needs it: be it in hospice, hospital or home. There is no other charity specifically concerned with carrying out work to identify and promote best practice in palliative care.
How much income did Cicely Saunders International report in 2025?
Cicely Saunders International reported total income of £424k and reported expenditure of £674k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Cicely Saunders International registered as a charity?
Cicely Saunders International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 June 2001 as charity number 1087195. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Cicely Saunders International?
Cicely Saunders International is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is MRS Kate Kirk. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cicely Saunders International operate?
Cicely Saunders International operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Cicely Saunders International a registered charity?
Yes — Cicely Saunders International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1087195.
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Also Known As
- The Cicely Saunders Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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