Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity
Also known as: Latch
Latch is here for families affected by childhood cancer in Wales, providing bespoke emotional, practical and financial support. The charity is based at the Children's Hospital for Wales in Cardiff. We support children with cancer and those undergoing cancer-like treatment who are under the care of the Paediatric Oncology Principal Treament Centre in Wales at the Children's Hospital.
Activities & Mission
Latch is here for families affected by childhood cancer in Wales, providing bespoke emotional, practical and financial support. The charity is based at the Children's Hospital for Wales in Cardiff. We support children with cancer and those undergoing cancer-like treatment who are under the care of the Paediatric Oncology Principal Treament Centre in Wales at the Children's Hospital.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,176,866 | £955,824 | £884,694 | £3,602,018 | £3,085,584 | 0 / 25 |
| 2023 | £560,886 | £936,871 | £857,334 | £3,260,603 | £3,200,603 | 0 / 20 |
| 2022 | £891,368 | £847,954 | £811,072 | £3,558,333 | £3,468,333 | 0 / 20 |
| 2021 | £520,583 | £1,898,930 | £1,870,127 | £3,846,787 | £3,828,188 | 0 / 20 |
| 2020 | £573,989 | £645,058 | £618,665 | £4,856,807 | £4,052,723 | 0 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity
What does Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity do?
Latch is here for families affected by childhood cancer in Wales, providing bespoke emotional, practical and financial support. The charity is based at the Children's Hospital for Wales in Cardiff. We support children with cancer and those undergoing cancer-like treatment who are under the care of the Paediatric Oncology Principal Treament Centre in Wales at the Children's Hospital.
How much income did Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity report in 2024?
Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity reported total income of £1.18m and reported expenditure of £956k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity?
Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity has a program ratio of 75.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 21% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity registered as a charity?
Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2003 as charity number 1100949. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity?
Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Susan Agnes Emily Gwyer-Roberts. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity operate?
Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity operates in Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity a registered charity?
Yes — Latch Welsh Children's Cancer Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1100949.
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