Cope Childrens Trust
Also known as: Rainbows, Rainbows Childrens Hospice
Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People is a purpose built 14 bedded unit in Loughborough, Leics serving life threatened & life limited children, young people & their families in the East Midlands & South Yorkshire. We aim to provide the highest quality of family centred care. We provide a research based, holistic approach to respite & terminal care, symptom control & bereavement support.
Activities & Mission
Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People is a purpose built 14 bedded unit in Loughborough, Leics serving life threatened & life limited children, young people & their families in the East Midlands & South Yorkshire. We aim to provide the highest quality of family centred care. We provide a research based, holistic approach to respite & terminal care, symptom control & bereavement support.
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 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 9% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £10,569,258 | £10,987,065 | £7,483,596 | £13,027,975 | £8,377,916 | 207 / 350 |
| 2024 | £9,548,854 | £9,103,801 | £6,319,740 | £13,432,414 | £9,638,726 | 167 / 253 |
| 2023 | £8,226,636 | £7,816,776 | £5,499,904 | £12,686,301 | £9,093,083 | 183 / 253 |
| 2022 | £7,976,203 | £6,641,729 | £4,565,057 | £12,496,878 | £8,589,433 | 170 / 208 |
| 2021 | £7,179,626 | £5,985,786 | £4,349,838 | £11,076,252 | £7,025,459 | 165 / 249 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cope Childrens Trust
What does Cope Childrens Trust do?
Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People is a purpose built 14 bedded unit in Loughborough, Leics serving life threatened & life limited children, young people & their families in the East Midlands & South Yorkshire. We aim to provide the highest quality of family centred care. We provide a research based, holistic approach to respite & terminal care, symptom control & bereavement support.
How much income did Cope Childrens Trust report in 2025?
Cope Childrens Trust reported total income of £10.57m and reported expenditure of £10.99m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cope Childrens Trust?
Cope Childrens Trust has a program ratio of 70.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cope Childrens Trust registered as a charity?
Cope Childrens Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 1992 as charity number 1014051. It has been registered for 34 years.
Who runs Cope Childrens Trust?
Cope Childrens Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL STOTHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cope Childrens Trust operate?
Cope Childrens Trust operates across 6 areas, including Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cope Childrens Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Cope Childrens Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1014051.
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LOUGHBOROUGH
LE11 2HS
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Also Known As
- Rainbows
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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