Ovacome
The Charity's priority is the provision of support and information to those affected by ovarian cancer. Ovacome provides support across the UK in many ways, including; face to face support groups; phone lines; an online forum. Ovacome provides up to date information and raises awareness of the symptoms among the medical community and public. The Charity supports appropriate research.
Activities & Mission
The Charity's priority is the provision of support and information to those affected by ovarian cancer. Ovacome provides support across the UK in many ways, including; face to face support groups; phone lines; an online forum. Ovacome provides up to date information and raises awareness of the symptoms among the medical community and public. The Charity supports appropriate research.
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 83% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Health 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £744,841 | £955,718 | £804,020 | £488,154 | £390,727 | 17 / 98 |
| 2023 | £938,381 | £899,140 | £722,391 | £699,031 | £576,618 | 16 / 71 |
| 2022 | £815,772 | £819,024 | £671,465 | £659,790 | £546,106 | 15 / 317 |
| 2021 | £631,498 | £718,713 | £706,539 | £663,042 | £525,082 | 12 / 278 |
| 2020 | £494,428 | £610,521 | 0 / 278 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ovacome
What does Ovacome do?
The Charity's priority is the provision of support and information to those affected by ovarian cancer. Ovacome provides support across the UK in many ways, including; face to face support groups; phone lines; an online forum. Ovacome provides up to date information and raises awareness of the symptoms among the medical community and public. The Charity supports appropriate research.
How much income did Ovacome report in 2024?
Ovacome reported total income of £745k 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 Ovacome?
Ovacome has a program ratio of 107.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ovacome registered as a charity?
Ovacome was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 2014 as charity number 1159682. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Ovacome?
Ovacome is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CATHRYN MARY HUGHES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ovacome operate?
Ovacome operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Ovacome a registered charity?
Yes — Ovacome is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1159682.
Details
Floor 2
52-54 Featherstone Street
London
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