Dragonfly Cancer Trust
Also known as: Josie's Dragonfly Trust
The charity supports young cancer patients up to and including their 25th birthday who are palliative. Dragonfly Dreams and Cash Gifts of up to £500 are given, with the emphasis on creating memories. Specialist Arts and Craft boxes are donated to young people's cancer wards across the U.K.
Activities & Mission
The charity supports young cancer patients up to and including their 25th birthday who are palliative. Dragonfly Dreams and Cash Gifts of up to £500 are given, with the emphasis on creating memories. Specialist Arts and Craft boxes are donated to young people's cancer wards across the U.K.
Grants
Dragonfly Cancer Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £197,273
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and disability
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £215,144 | £197,273 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £159,665 | £162,234 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £178,245 | £166,448 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £157,683 | £165,432 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2021 | £131,677 | £130,286 | 0 / 15 |
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Frequently asked questions about Dragonfly Cancer Trust
What does Dragonfly Cancer Trust do?
The charity supports young cancer patients up to and including their 25th birthday who are palliative. Dragonfly Dreams and Cash Gifts of up to £500 are given, with the emphasis on creating memories. Specialist Arts and Craft boxes are donated to young people's cancer wards across the U.K.
How much income did Dragonfly Cancer Trust report in 2025?
Dragonfly Cancer Trust reported total income of £215k and reported expenditure of £197k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Dragonfly Cancer Trust registered as a charity?
Dragonfly Cancer Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 May 2016 as charity number 1167247. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Dragonfly Cancer Trust?
Dragonfly Cancer Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Dragonfly Cancer Trust operate?
Dragonfly Cancer Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Dragonfly Cancer Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Dragonfly Cancer Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167247.
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Also Known As
- Josie's Dragonfly Trust
- Dragonfly Cancer Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
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