The Bowel Movement
The Bowel Movement awards hardship funds up to £2,000 to young individuals in the UK affected by a bowel cancer diagnosis. Applications are made through our website.We aim to increase knowledge by raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer through our social media streams, and collaboration with other bowel cancer campaigns, as well as working with professionals within the field
Activities & Mission
The Bowel Movement awards hardship funds up to £2,000 to young individuals in the UK affected by a bowel cancer diagnosis. Applications are made through our website.We aim to increase knowledge by raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer through our social media streams, and collaboration with other bowel cancer campaigns, as well as working with professionals within the field
Grants
The Bowel Movement is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £30,772
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, disability and other charitable purposes
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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Financial Information
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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 | £40,202 | £30,772 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2024 | £43,602 | £27,251 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2023 | £39,143 | £29,806 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2022 | £18,743 | £18,570 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2021 | £5,433 | £3,950 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Bowel Movement
What does The Bowel Movement do?
The Bowel Movement awards hardship funds up to £2,000 to young individuals in the UK affected by a bowel cancer diagnosis. Applications are made through our website.We aim to increase knowledge by raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer through our social media streams, and collaboration with other bowel cancer campaigns, as well as working with professionals within the field
How much income did The Bowel Movement report in 2025?
The Bowel Movement reported total income of £40k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Bowel Movement registered as a charity?
The Bowel Movement was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 April 2021 as charity number 1194246. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs The Bowel Movement?
The Bowel Movement is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Josephine Millard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Bowel Movement operate?
The Bowel Movement operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Bowel Movement a registered charity?
Yes — The Bowel Movement is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194246.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated