Dkms Foundation
Also known as: Dkms Bone Marrow Donor Centre, "delete Blood Cancer" (this Is the Name by Which the Charity Will Be Most Commonly Known) and "dkms", Delete Blood Cancer UK
The objectives of the UK charity are to raise awareness of stem cell and bone marrow donation and to increase the number of registered potential stem cell donors in the UK and; thus provide a second chance at life for those with a blood cancer whose survival depends upon being matched with an unrelated donor.
Activities & Mission
The objectives of the UK charity are to raise awareness of stem cell and bone marrow donation and to increase the number of registered potential stem cell donors in the UK and; thus provide a second chance at life for those with a blood cancer whose survival depends upon being matched with an unrelated donor.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 52% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample: 307). How is this calculated?
Higher than 50% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 47% of UK Health 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £12,239,270 | £12,268,029 | £10,950,187 | £2,659,153 | £2,659,153 | 58 / 198 |
| 2023 | £11,921,693 | £11,461,902 | £10,186,567 | £2,687,912 | £2,687,912 | 50 / 116 |
| 2022 | £10,574,284 | £9,527,583 | £8,339,439 | £2,228,121 | £2,228,121 | 51 / 44 |
| 2021 | £8,989,925 | £8,766,189 | £8,244,207 | £1,181,420 | £1,181,420 | 50 / 36 |
| 2020 | £8,921,145 | £9,267,212 | £8,808,165 | £957,684 | £957,684 | 45 / 45 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Dkms Foundation
What does Dkms Foundation do?
The objectives of the UK charity are to raise awareness of stem cell and bone marrow donation and to increase the number of registered potential stem cell donors in the UK and; thus provide a second chance at life for those with a blood cancer whose survival depends upon being matched with an unrelated donor.
How much income did Dkms Foundation report in 2024?
Dkms Foundation reported total income of £12.24m and reported expenditure of £12.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Dkms Foundation?
Dkms Foundation has a program ratio of 89.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample of 307 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Dkms Foundation registered as a charity?
Dkms Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 2012 as charity number 1150056. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Dkms Foundation?
Dkms Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dkms Foundation operate?
Dkms Foundation operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Dkms Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Dkms Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1150056.
Details
Ashburnham House
Castle Row
Horticultural Place
London
W4 4JQ
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Also Known As
- Dkms Bone Marrow Donor Centre
- "delete Blood Cancer" (this Is the Name by Which the Charity Will Be Most Commonly Known) and "dkms"
- Delete Blood Cancer UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated