Lymphoma Action

Also known as: Lymphoma Association

To ensure that those affected by lymphomas have access to relevant, accurate and timely information and support.

Activities & Mission

To ensure that those affected by lymphomas have access to relevant, accurate and timely information and support.

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£2,648,919

Latest Expenditure

£2,183,128

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 57.2%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 69.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 15% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 31.3%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,854,005

Charitable Activities £31,062

Other Trading £664,975

Investments £98,877

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,515,525

Raising Funds £667,603

Governance £16,139

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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	£2,648,919	£2,183,128	£1,515,525	£4,025,919	£4,025,919	42 / 247
2023	£2,205,750	£2,122,123	£1,503,434	£3,560,128	£3,560,128	39 / 256
2022	£2,079,892	£1,812,885	£1,244,375	£3,476,501	£3,461,277	33 / 256
2021	£3,493,925	£1,480,547	£944,016	£3,209,495	£1,710,729	31 / 338
2020	£1,722,280	£1,392,738	£965,017	£1,196,117	£1,036,426	31 / 318

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lymphoma Action

What does Lymphoma Action do?

To ensure that those affected by lymphomas have access to relevant, accurate and timely information and support.

How much income did Lymphoma Action report in 2024?

Lymphoma Action reported total income of £2.65m and reported expenditure of £2.18m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Lymphoma Action?

Lymphoma Action has a program ratio of 57.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1286 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Lymphoma Action registered as a charity?

Lymphoma Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 1998 as charity number 1068395. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs Lymphoma Action?

Lymphoma Action is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is MARK HARRISON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lymphoma Action operate?

Lymphoma Action operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Lymphoma Action a registered charity?

Yes — Lymphoma Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1068395.