Duchenne UK
Also known as: The Duchenne Children's Trust
Duchenne UK's mission is to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Duchenne UK also lobbies government and regulators in support of it's goal and raises public awareness through the media and through events. Duchenne UK provide services and promote opportunities to enable individuals suffering with DMD and their families to live as independently as possible.
Activities & Mission
Duchenne UK's mission is to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Duchenne UK also lobbies government and regulators in support of it's goal and raises public awareness through the media and through events. Duchenne UK provide services and promote opportunities to enable individuals suffering with DMD and their families to live as independently as possible.
Grants
Duchenne UK makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £4,663,300
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2018 — Hope for Gabriel (organisation 5082515)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,913,525 | £4,663,300 | £4,196,886 | £3,448,051 | £854,587 | 16 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,102,031 | £3,473,904 | £3,056,379 | £3,991,486 | £836,997 | 17 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,940,704 | £2,994,201 | £2,606,126 | £4,353,871 | £1,078,419 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,757,736 | £2,352,988 | £1,986,565 | £2,519,013 | £665,628 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,619,240 | £2,071,228 | £1,825,811 | £1,329,176 | £128,372 | 6 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Duchenne UK
What does Duchenne UK do?
Duchenne UK's mission is to find a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Duchenne UK also lobbies government and regulators in support of it's goal and raises public awareness through the media and through events. Duchenne UK provide services and promote opportunities to enable individuals suffering with DMD and their families to live as independently as possible.
How much income did Duchenne UK report in 2025?
Duchenne UK reported total income of £3.91m and reported expenditure of £4.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Duchenne UK registered as a charity?
Duchenne UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 May 2012 as charity number 1147094. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Duchenne UK?
Duchenne UK is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sri Krishnan Guru-Murthy. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Duchenne UK operate?
Duchenne UK operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Duchenne UK a registered charity?
Yes — Duchenne UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147094.
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Also Known As
- The Duchenne Children's Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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