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Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust

Also known as: Gklt or Ladybird Trust, Grace Kelly Ladybird Trust

A national childhood cancer charity concentrating on raising awareness of all types of childhood cancers, in particular on education on the symptoms and signs that children may present with enabling earlier diagnosis. Research into rare cancers in children which are typically under researched and have poor survival rates. We also provide support for families affected by childhood cancer.

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Activities & Mission

A national childhood cancer charity concentrating on raising awareness of all types of childhood cancers, in particular on education on the symptoms and signs that children may present with enabling earlier diagnosis. Research into rare cancers in children which are typically under researched and have poor survival rates. We also provide support for families affected by childhood cancer.

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
£867,867
Latest Expenditure
£572,203

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 56.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 86.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 14.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £853,329
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £6,212
Investments £7,926
Other Income £400

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £492,758
Raising Funds £79,445
Governance £4,359
Grants to Institutions £114,537
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

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 2023 — Fletcher's Fund (organisation 5101664)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£867,867
£572,203£492,758£1,463,849£294,9488 / 35
2024
£627,101
£638,753£537,076£1,168,185£248,6877 / 35
2023
£740,503
£404,477£357,467£1,179,837£1,179,8376 / 10
2022
£499,817
£299,7480 / 20
2021
£213,346
£136,4570 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust

What does Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust do?

A national childhood cancer charity concentrating on raising awareness of all types of childhood cancers, in particular on education on the symptoms and signs that children may present with enabling earlier diagnosis. Research into rare cancers in children which are typically under researched and have poor survival rates. We also provide support for families affected by childhood cancer.

How much income did Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust report in 2025?

Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust reported total income of £868k and reported expenditure of £572k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust registered as a charity?

Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 June 2016 as charity number 1167783. It has been registered for 10 years.

Who runs Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust?

Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust operate?

Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1167783.

Details

Address
Cowsden Hall,
Cowsden Hall Farm
Cowsden
Upton Snodsbury
WORCESTER
WR7 4NZ
Registration Date
22 June 2016
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5077312
Charity Number
1167783

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Trustees

Alicia Kelly Stallard
Darren John Wilkins
Nicholas Francis
Sarah Jean Rose
Tracey Marlow-Jones
VICTORIA ELIZABETH BILLINGS

Also Known As

  • Gklt or Ladybird Trust
  • Grace Kelly Ladybird Trust

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
30 July 2026
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