The Bhopal Medical Appeal
To alleviate the suffering of people who have been directly or indirectly affected by chemical disasters; in particular but not limited to those in the city of Bhopal, India, in the aftermath of the Union Carbide disaster of December 3 1984; and otherplaces in the world in such manner as the trustees think fit.*
Activities & Mission
To alleviate the suffering of people who have been directly or indirectly affected by chemical disasters; in particular but not limited to those in the city of Bhopal, India, in the aftermath of the Union Carbide disaster of December 3 1984; and otherplaces in the world in such manner as the trustees think fit.*
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 15% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 155). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 13% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £395,869 | £325,999 | 0 / 140 | |||
| 2023 | £461,201 | £421,366 | 0 / 140 | |||
| 2022 | £448,372 | £428,193 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £985,973 | £422,741 | £273,407 | £226,952 | £188,996 | 2 / 1 |
| 2020 | £568,358 | £411,090 | £243,282 | -£336,280 | £382,163 | 2 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bhopal Medical Appeal
What does The Bhopal Medical Appeal do?
To alleviate the suffering of people who have been directly or indirectly affected by chemical disasters; in particular but not limited to those in the city of Bhopal, India, in the aftermath of the Union Carbide disaster of December 3 1984; and otherplaces in the world in such manner as the trustees think fit.*
How much income did The Bhopal Medical Appeal report in 2024?
The Bhopal Medical Appeal reported total income of £396k and reported expenditure of £326k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Bhopal Medical Appeal?
The Bhopal Medical Appeal has a program ratio of 27.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Saving of lives charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 155 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Bhopal Medical Appeal registered as a charity?
The Bhopal Medical Appeal was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 January 2007 as charity number 1117526. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Bhopal Medical Appeal?
The Bhopal Medical Appeal is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bhopal Medical Appeal operate?
The Bhopal Medical Appeal operates in India, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bhopal Medical Appeal a registered charity?
Yes — The Bhopal Medical Appeal is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117526.
Details
Community Base
113 Queens Road
Brighton
BN1 3XG
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