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Marfan Trust

Marfan Trust raises funds to support medical research so that more is know about Marfan syndrome and its management. The results of our internationally recognised research enables doctors and surgeons to provide better treatment for patients in the short and long term. Our helpline and website www.marfantrust.org provide information. An annual supporter information day is held in October.

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Activities & Mission

Marfan Trust raises funds to support medical research so that more is know about Marfan syndrome and its management. The results of our internationally recognised research enables doctors and surgeons to provide better treatment for patients in the short and long term. Our helpline and website www.marfantrust.org provide information. An annual supporter information day is held in October.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£178,887
Latest Expenditure
£300,520

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 4.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 99.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 11.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £19,533
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £2,356
Other Income £609,394

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £30,851
Raising Funds £208
Governance £3,232
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 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 this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2024 — The Marfan Trust (organisation 328070)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£178,887
£300,5200 / 28
2024
£287,083
£246,0110 / 28
2023
£631,283
£31,059£30,851£600,224£600,2243 / 28
2022
£0
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Marfan Trust

What does Marfan Trust do?

Marfan Trust raises funds to support medical research so that more is know about Marfan syndrome and its management. The results of our internationally recognised research enables doctors and surgeons to provide better treatment for patients in the short and long term. Our helpline and website www.marfantrust.org provide information. An annual supporter information day is held in October.

How much income did Marfan Trust report in 2025?

Marfan Trust reported total income of £179k and reported expenditure of £301k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Marfan Trust registered as a charity?

Marfan Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 May 2022 as charity number 1198847. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Marfan Trust?

Marfan Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Anne Child. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Marfan Trust operate?

Marfan Trust operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Marfan Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Marfan Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198847.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
5 May 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5196588
Charity Number
1198847

Trustees

Dr Anne Child Chair
Andrew Scadding
Dr Nitha Naqvi
Edward Stilliard
Eleanor Hyde
Helen Syms
James McCallum
Mohamed Essam Gamil Abdelrazek
Robin Randall

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2 November 2026
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