Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom
Also known as: Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Friends in the UK, Rfds Friends in the United Kingdom
This charity carries out fundraising activities in the UK to support The Royal Flying Doctors of Australia
Activities & Mission
This charity carries out fundraising activities in the UK to support The Royal Flying Doctors of Australia
Grants
Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £277,808
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives and economic or community development and employment
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £276,771 | £277,808 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £59,139 | £67,369 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £197,671 | £194,051 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £37,493 | £11,305 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £11,525 | £19,146 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom
What does Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom do?
This charity carries out fundraising activities in the UK to support The Royal Flying Doctors of Australia
How much income did Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom report in 2025?
Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom reported total income of £277k and reported expenditure of £278k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom registered as a charity?
Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 December 2003 as charity number 1101004. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom?
Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER BOX. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom operate?
Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia, Friends In The United Kingdom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101004.
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Also Known As
- Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Friends in the UK
- Rfds Friends in the United Kingdom
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
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