Joining Jack

The principal objective of the charity is to relieve the needs of sufferers of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) by funding research into the methods of treatment and cure of the condition.

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Activities & Mission

The principal objective of the charity is to relieve the needs of sufferers of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) by funding research into the methods of treatment and cure of the condition.

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.

Local Authority

Wigan

Financial Information

Latest Income

£889,652

Latest Expenditure

£672,888

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 56.7%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 75.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 24.7%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £397,424

Charitable Activities £159,283

Other Trading £0

Investments £332,945

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £504,869

Raising Funds £166,515

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £1,504

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£889,652	£672,888	£504,869	£1,840,367	£1,840,367	3 / 150
2024	£504,269	£728,898	£519,390	£1,653,229	£10,000	3 / 150
2023	£173,883	£665,156				0 / 150
2022	£173,813	£759,816				0 / 0
2021	£187,167	£225,573				0 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Joining Jack

What does Joining Jack do?

The principal objective of the charity is to relieve the needs of sufferers of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) by funding research into the methods of treatment and cure of the condition.

How much income did Joining Jack report in 2025?

Joining Jack reported total income of £890k and reported expenditure of £673k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Joining Jack registered as a charity?

Joining Jack was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 July 2012 as charity number 1148156. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Joining Jack?

Joining Jack is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Joining Jack operate?

Joining Jack operates in Wigan, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Joining Jack a registered charity?

Yes — Joining Jack is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148156.