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.
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.
Grants
Joining Jack is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £672,888
- 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
- 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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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.
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Financial Information
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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.
| 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 |
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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.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated