Target Ovarian Cancer
Over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year in the UK, and each day sadly 11 women die from this disease. Target Ovarian Cancer's vision is to stop ovarian cancer from devastating lives. We do this by targeting what's important - symptoms awareness, life-saving early diagnosis, better treatments and support for everyone affected - and we do this across all four nations of the UK.
Activities & Mission
Over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year in the UK, and each day sadly 11 women die from this disease. Target Ovarian Cancer's vision is to stop ovarian cancer from devastating lives. We do this by targeting what's important - symptoms awareness, life-saving early diagnosis, better treatments and support for everyone affected - and we do this across all four nations of the UK.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,403,770 | £3,872,275 | £2,804,530 | £1,542,109 | £1,254,330 | 45 / 200 |
| 2024 | £1,706,705 | £1,591,759 | £1,071,159 | £1,657,055 | £1,387,688 | 45 / 100 |
| 2023 | £4,023,662 | £4,420,026 | £3,262,329 | £1,010,614 | £795,125 | 44 / 100 |
| 2022 | £3,270,562 | £3,494,104 | £2,424,299 | £1,406,978 | £1,038,662 | 38 / 100 |
| 2021 | £3,889,357 | £3,487,611 | £2,642,608 | £1,630,520 | £1,224,267 | 31 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about Target Ovarian Cancer
What does Target Ovarian Cancer do?
Over 7,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year in the UK, and each day sadly 11 women die from this disease. Target Ovarian Cancer's vision is to stop ovarian cancer from devastating lives. We do this by targeting what's important - symptoms awareness, life-saving early diagnosis, better treatments and support for everyone affected - and we do this across all four nations of the UK.
How much income did Target Ovarian Cancer report in 2024?
Target Ovarian Cancer reported total income of £4.40m and reported expenditure of £3.87m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Target Ovarian Cancer?
Target Ovarian Cancer has a program ratio of 62.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Target Ovarian Cancer registered as a charity?
Target Ovarian Cancer was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 July 2008 as charity number 1125038. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Target Ovarian Cancer?
Target Ovarian Cancer 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 Target Ovarian Cancer operate?
Target Ovarian Cancer operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Target Ovarian Cancer a registered charity?
Yes — Target Ovarian Cancer is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125038.
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