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Keeping Abreast

Provide help and support to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and who are considering the possibility of a breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The Group also provides support to those who have recovered from breast cancer and are considering reconstruction some time later. The Charity holds regular Support Group meetings that are open to all patients.

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Activities & Mission

Provide help and support to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and who are considering the possibility of a breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The Group also provides support to those who have recovered from breast cancer and are considering reconstruction some time later. The Charity holds regular Support Group meetings that are open to all patients.

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.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£142,279
Latest Expenditure
£175,307

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.2%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£142,279
£175,3070 / 200
2024
£103,500
£116,0110 / 200
2023
£143,108
£136,9720 / 180
2022
£63,855
£72,1490 / 150
2021
£120,539
£102,7090 / 140

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Frequently asked questions about Keeping Abreast

What does Keeping Abreast do?

Provide help and support to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and who are considering the possibility of a breast reconstruction following mastectomy. The Group also provides support to those who have recovered from breast cancer and are considering reconstruction some time later. The Charity holds regular Support Group meetings that are open to all patients.

How much income did Keeping Abreast report in 2025?

Keeping Abreast reported total income of £142k and reported expenditure of £175k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Keeping Abreast registered as a charity?

Keeping Abreast was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 2009 as charity number 1129522. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs Keeping Abreast?

Keeping Abreast is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Keeping Abreast operate?

Keeping Abreast operates across 6 areas, including Bedford, Bristol City, Liverpool City and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Keeping Abreast a registered charity?

Yes — Keeping Abreast is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129522.

Details

Address
KEEPING ABREAST
OAK LODGE
129 School Lane
Little Melton
NORWICH
NR9 3LB
Registration Date
11 May 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4045487
Charity Number
1129522

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Trustees

Beckie Jordan
Carina Carter
Elsa Ryder
Karen Rix
Matthew Wallis
Nellie Guttmann
Nellie Kuma
Rachel McArthur
Sharon Lilley

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