Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Also known as: The Roy Castle Cause for Hope Foundation (the Lung Cancer Fund), The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, The Roy Castle Foundation
The Foundation's vision is to defeat lung cancer to be achieved by four major areas -Funding a research programme-Prevention activity inc stop smoking support, youth smoking prevention-Support activity inc practical and emotional suport for people affected by lung cancer-Influencing and campaigning to ensure patients have equitable access to the best treatment and care.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation's vision is to defeat lung cancer to be achieved by four major areas -Funding a research programme-Prevention activity inc stop smoking support, youth smoking prevention-Support activity inc practical and emotional suport for people affected by lung cancer-Influencing and campaigning to ensure patients have equitable access to the best treatment and care.
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 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% 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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Financial Trend
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 | £5,224,124 | £5,029,142 | £1,838,892 | £829,085 | £402,632 | 137 / 234 |
| 2023 | £4,971,709 | £5,636,216 | £2,103,024 | £608,722 | £85,494 | 158 / 155 |
| 2022 | £5,306,066 | £5,305,459 | £1,937,586 | £1,253,173 | £250,078 | 154 / 193 |
| 2021 | £4,686,703 | £4,618,982 | £1,700,660 | £1,333,518 | £354,884 | 133 / 157 |
| 2020 | £3,988,194 | £4,046,298 | £1,414,280 | £1,138,255 | £1,138,255 | 127 / 526 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
What does Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation do?
The Foundation's vision is to defeat lung cancer to be achieved by four major areas -Funding a research programme-Prevention activity inc stop smoking support, youth smoking prevention-Support activity inc practical and emotional suport for people affected by lung cancer-Influencing and campaigning to ensure patients have equitable access to the best treatment and care.
How much income did Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation report in 2024?
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation reported total income of £5.22m and reported expenditure of £5.03m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation?
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation has a program ratio of 35.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation registered as a charity?
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 May 1995 as charity number 1046854. It has been registered for 31 years.
Who runs Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation?
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation operate?
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1046854.
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LIVERPOOL
L3 9LQ
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Also Known As
- The Roy Castle Cause for Hope Foundation (the Lung Cancer Fund)
- The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
- The Roy Castle Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated