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Fop Friends

Also known as: Fop Action, Fop Friends of Oliver, Friends of Oliver

FOP Friends' aim is to further research into Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) and related conditions by supporting current and future research projects together with supporting families impacted. Activities include supporting fundraisers, holding fund raising events, biennial conferences, family weekend and working with doctors and researcher to find a treatment and cure.

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Activities & Mission

FOP Friends' aim is to further research into Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) and related conditions by supporting current and future research projects together with supporting families impacted. Activities include supporting fundraisers, holding fund raising events, biennial conferences, family weekend and working with doctors and researcher to find a treatment and cure.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£142,840
Latest Expenditure
£182,893

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 128.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 128.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£83,617
£58,3220 / 0
2024
£142,840
£182,8930 / 0
2023
£231,413
£141,3570 / 0
2022
£245,252
£162,7480 / 0
2021
£179,763
£136,2070 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Fop Friends

What does Fop Friends do?

FOP Friends' aim is to further research into Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) and related conditions by supporting current and future research projects together with supporting families impacted. Activities include supporting fundraisers, holding fund raising events, biennial conferences, family weekend and working with doctors and researcher to find a treatment and cure.

How much income did Fop Friends report in 2024?

Fop Friends reported total income of £84k and reported expenditure of £58k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Fop Friends registered as a charity?

Fop Friends was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 June 2012 as charity number 1147704. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Fop Friends?

Fop Friends is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR CHRIS BEDFORD-GAY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Fop Friends operate?

Fop Friends operates across 2 areas: United States and England And Wales.

Is Fop Friends a registered charity?

Yes — Fop Friends is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147704.

Details

Address
1 Cumberland Road
Sale
M33 3FR
Registration Date
15 June 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5028705
Charity Number
1147704

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Trustees

MR CHRIS BEDFORD-GAY Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
ALISON ACOSTA BEDFORD
Andrew Rankin
FIONA WHITE
Helen Bedford-Gay
RACHEL BEDFORD

Also Known As

  • Fop Action
  • Fop Friends of Oliver
  • Friends of Oliver
  • Fop Action
  • Fop Friends of Oliver

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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