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The Back-Up Trust

Also known as: Back up

Back Up is a national charity that has helped thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds rebuild their confidence and independence following a devastating spinal cord injury (SCI). Our rehabilitative services are run by people with SCI. We believe SCI should not prevent anyone from fulfilling their potential. Our services inspire people to look forward to a more positive future.

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Activities & Mission

Back Up is a national charity that has helped thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds rebuild their confidence and independence following a devastating spinal cord injury (SCI). Our rehabilitative services are run by people with SCI. We believe SCI should not prevent anyone from fulfilling their potential. Our services inspire people to look forward to a more positive future.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£3,591,754
Latest Expenditure
£3,071,913

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 58.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 68.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 31.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,315,127
Charitable Activities £1,304,375
Other Trading £917,433
Investments £54,819
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £2,114,005
Raising Funds £957,908
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£3,591,754
£3,071,913£2,114,005£1,926,317£982,64956 / 350
2024
£2,615,743
£2,412,523£1,690,539£1,406,476£1,035,05146 / 406
2023
£2,068,948
£2,093,809£1,345,311£1,190,648£1,033,60638 / 340
2022
£1,736,909
£1,701,851£1,081,994£1,224,044£1,100,27734 / 350
2021
£1,880,463
£1,338,973£835,078£1,183,704£907,96132 / 400

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Back-Up Trust

What does The Back-Up Trust do?

Back Up is a national charity that has helped thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds rebuild their confidence and independence following a devastating spinal cord injury (SCI). Our rehabilitative services are run by people with SCI. We believe SCI should not prevent anyone from fulfilling their potential. Our services inspire people to look forward to a more positive future.

How much income did The Back-Up Trust report in 2025?

The Back-Up Trust reported total income of £3.59m and reported expenditure of £3.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Back-Up Trust registered as a charity?

The Back-Up Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1998 as charity number 1072216. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs The Back-Up Trust?

The Back-Up Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Back-Up Trust operate?

The Back-Up Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Back-Up Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Back-Up Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1072216.

Details

Address
4
Knightley Walk
LONDON
SW181GZ
Registration Date
30 October 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3954390
Charity Number
1072216

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Trustees

Alan John Cook
Annelore Annemie Hill-Verhaegen
Damian James Riley
Gordon James Craig
Grace Jessie Spence Green
Harmesh Chauhan
LOUISE CLAIRE JOLLIFFE
Meryl Anne Bushell
Paul John Fairhurst
Also governs 1 other charity
Richard John Rawstron
Thomas Roberts

Also Known As

  • Back up

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