Melanoma Focus
Also known as: Melanoma Research Foundation Limited
Melanoma Focus is a national charity dedicated to providing a comprehensive and authoritative source of information about this most deadly form of skin cancer. The charity funds education and independent research projects, acts as an advocate for patients and carers, informs the general public and promotes the professional interests of clinicians, scientists & nurses working in the melanoma field.
Activities & Mission
Melanoma Focus is a national charity dedicated to providing a comprehensive and authoritative source of information about this most deadly form of skin cancer. The charity funds education and independent research projects, acts as an advocate for patients and carers, informs the general public and promotes the professional interests of clinicians, scientists & nurses working in the melanoma field.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 72% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 42% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 32% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £502,198 | £537,511 | £500,347 | £298,740 | £298,740 | 4 / 10 |
| 2024 | £546,265 | £498,850 | £450,659 | £334,053 | £200,000 | 4 / 20 |
| 2023 | £352,216 | £355,481 | 0 / 19 | |||
| 2022 | £386,012 | £352,383 | 0 / 19 | |||
| 2021 | £263,000 | £245,000 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Melanoma Focus
What does Melanoma Focus do?
Melanoma Focus is a national charity dedicated to providing a comprehensive and authoritative source of information about this most deadly form of skin cancer. The charity funds education and independent research projects, acts as an advocate for patients and carers, informs the general public and promotes the professional interests of clinicians, scientists & nurses working in the melanoma field.
How much income did Melanoma Focus report in 2025?
Melanoma Focus reported total income of £502k and reported expenditure of £538k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Melanoma Focus?
Melanoma Focus has a program ratio of 99.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 72% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Melanoma Focus registered as a charity?
Melanoma Focus was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 June 2008 as charity number 1124716. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Melanoma Focus?
Melanoma Focus is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Mark Harries. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Melanoma Focus operate?
Melanoma Focus operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Melanoma Focus a registered charity?
Yes — Melanoma Focus is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1124716.
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Also Known As
- Melanoma Focus
- Melanoma Research Foundation Limited
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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