Prevent Breast Cancer
Also known as: Genesis Breast Cancer Prevention Appeal Limited, Prevent Breast Cancer Limited, The Genesis Appeal Company Limited, The Genesis Appeal for Gene Research into Breast Cancer
To fund ground-breaking research into the prediction and prevention of breast cancer. Our four pillars of research are gene research, improved screening & early diagnosis, preventative drugs and diet & lifestyle. Our overall aim is to make breast cancer a preventable disease for our future generations.
Activities & Mission
To fund ground-breaking research into the prediction and prevention of breast cancer. Our four pillars of research are gene research, improved screening & early diagnosis, preventative drugs and diet & lifestyle. Our overall aim is to make breast cancer a preventable disease for our future generations.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1286). How is this calculated?
Higher than 27% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% 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
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £2,169,572 | £1,544,127 | £1,232,274 | £2,313,030 | £609,202 | 18 / 50 |
| 2024 | £1,472,692 | £1,594,010 | £1,299,381 | £1,669,709 | £599,992 | 14 / 50 |
| 2023 | £1,448,751 | £1,143,866 | £838,089 | £1,728,828 | £565,719 | 13 / 50 |
| 2022 | £1,130,017 | £517,683 | £369,039 | £1,459,093 | £353,223 | 12 / 56 |
| 2021 | £672,068 | £438,976 | £348,825 | £841,453 | £420,781 | 12 / 56 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Prevent Breast Cancer
What does Prevent Breast Cancer do?
To fund ground-breaking research into the prediction and prevention of breast cancer. Our four pillars of research are gene research, improved screening & early diagnosis, preventative drugs and diet & lifestyle. Our overall aim is to make breast cancer a preventable disease for our future generations.
How much income did Prevent Breast Cancer report in 2025?
Prevent Breast Cancer reported total income of £2.17m and reported expenditure of £1.54m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Prevent Breast Cancer?
Prevent Breast Cancer has a program ratio of 56.8%, 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 Prevent Breast Cancer registered as a charity?
Prevent Breast Cancer was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 June 2005 as charity number 1109839. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Prevent Breast Cancer?
Prevent Breast Cancer is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Eamonn O'Neal OBE DL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Prevent Breast Cancer operate?
Prevent Breast Cancer operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Prevent Breast Cancer a registered charity?
Yes — Prevent Breast Cancer is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1109839.
Details
WYTHENSHAWE HOSPITAL
SOUTHMOOR ROAD
MANCHESTER
M23 9LT
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Also Known As
- Genesis Breast Cancer Prevention Appeal Limited
- Prevent Breast Cancer Limited
- The Genesis Appeal Company Limited
- The Genesis Appeal for Gene Research into Breast Cancer
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated