Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund
Also known as: Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust Charitable Funds, University Hospitals of Liverpool (UHL) Charity
To support high quality patient care, focusing on areas not fully supported by exchequer funds such as improvements to the Hospital environment and better facilities. As a large teaching hospital, the Trust also has links with the local universities, and another important aim of the charity is providing financial aid to support and encourage our clinicians in new research projects.
Activities & Mission
To support high quality patient care, focusing on areas not fully supported by exchequer funds such as improvements to the Hospital environment and better facilities. As a large teaching hospital, the Trust also has links with the local universities, and another important aim of the charity is providing financial aid to support and encourage our clinicians in new research projects.
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 97% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1712). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 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 these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — Royal Liverpool University Hospital Eye Tumour Research Fund (organisation 3943860)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Aintree University Hospital Arts Programme (organisation 4004130)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Broadgreen Hospital General Purpose Fund (organisation 3943826)
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — Supporters of Aintree Volunteers (organisation 4012457)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £937,073 | £1,937,111 | £1,464,157 | £5,614,082 | £5,213,419 | 0 / 30 |
| 2024 | £1,323,255 | £3,904,056 | £3,476,242 | £6,542,379 | £6,001,044 | 0 / 30 |
| 2023 | £2,795,037 | £2,540,999 | £2,113,904 | £8,452,080 | £7,985,196 | 0 / 40 |
| 2022 | £1,286,761 | £1,783,698 | £1,283,109 | £8,541,377 | £7,825,596 | 0 / 50 |
| 2021 | £1,693,509 | £1,543,055 | £1,186,188 | £8,328,260 | £8,091,650 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund
What does Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund do?
To support high quality patient care, focusing on areas not fully supported by exchequer funds such as improvements to the Hospital environment and better facilities. As a large teaching hospital, the Trust also has links with the local universities, and another important aim of the charity is providing financial aid to support and encourage our clinicians in new research projects.
How much income did Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund report in 2025?
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund reported total income of £937k and reported expenditure of £1.94m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund?
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund has a program ratio of 156.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Education charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1712 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund registered as a charity?
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 1995 as charity number 1047988. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund?
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund operate?
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund operates across 8 areas, including Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester, Knowsley and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund a registered charity?
Yes — Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Charitable Fund is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1047988.
Details
ROYAL LIVERPOOL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
MOUNT VERNON STREET
LIVERPOOL
L7 8YE
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Also Known As
- Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust Charitable Funds
- University Hospitals of Liverpool (UHL) Charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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