Ovarian Cancer Action
Also known as: Helene Harris Memorial Trust, Ovarian Cancer Action Ltd
Ovarian Cancer Action strives to stop women dying from ovarian cancer. We fund world-class scientific research leading to innovative treatments and progressive solutions. Ovarian Cancer Action campaigns to ensure women and healthcare providers know risk factors, symptoms and treatment options to enable informed and rapid action.
Activities & Mission
Ovarian Cancer Action strives to stop women dying from ovarian cancer. We fund world-class scientific research leading to innovative treatments and progressive solutions. Ovarian Cancer Action campaigns to ensure women and healthcare providers know risk factors, symptoms and treatment options to enable informed and rapid action.
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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 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,637,463 | £2,348,222 | £1,525,422 | £1,985,047 | £1,643,962 | 20 / 8 |
| 2024 | £2,609,197 | £2,317,794 | £1,682,552 | £2,700,168 | £1,916,224 | 17 / 8 |
| 2023 | £3,408,297 | £3,375,670 | £2,794,493 | £2,419,466 | £1,534,946 | 19 / 10 |
| 2022 | £2,317,919 | £2,638,120 | £2,254,887 | £2,395,495 | £1,330,525 | 19 / 20 |
| 2021 | £3,017,428 | £2,401,383 | £1,967,019 | £2,713,008 | £1,016,359 | 18 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ovarian Cancer Action
What does Ovarian Cancer Action do?
Ovarian Cancer Action strives to stop women dying from ovarian cancer. We fund world-class scientific research leading to innovative treatments and progressive solutions. Ovarian Cancer Action campaigns to ensure women and healthcare providers know risk factors, symptoms and treatment options to enable informed and rapid action.
How much income did Ovarian Cancer Action report in 2025?
Ovarian Cancer Action reported total income of £1.64m and reported expenditure of £2.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Ovarian Cancer Action?
Ovarian Cancer Action has a program ratio of 93.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Ovarian Cancer Action registered as a charity?
Ovarian Cancer Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2005 as charity number 1109743. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Ovarian Cancer Action?
Ovarian Cancer Action is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ovarian Cancer Action operate?
Ovarian Cancer Action operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Ovarian Cancer Action a registered charity?
Yes — Ovarian Cancer Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109743.
Details
483 Green Lanes
LONDON
N13 4BS
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Also Known As
- Helene Harris Memorial Trust
- Ovarian Cancer Action Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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