The Brain And Spine Foundation
The Brain and Spine Foundation offers a UK-wide information service to people affected by neurological conditions. This information is available on the charity's website www.brainandspine.org.uk and in 25+ booklets. A freephone Helpline service is staffed by specialist neuroscience nurses to answer queries on conditions, symptoms and investigations linked to the brain and spine.
Activities & Mission
The Brain and Spine Foundation offers a UK-wide information service to people affected by neurological conditions. This information is available on the charity's website www.brainandspine.org.uk and in 25+ booklets. A freephone Helpline service is staffed by specialist neuroscience nurses to answer queries on conditions, symptoms and investigations linked to the brain and spine.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 17% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £741,987 | £720,794 | £641,971 | £191,188 | £71,188 | 9 / 47 |
| 2024 | £967,951 | £1,049,430 | £926,148 | £19,995 | £19,995 | 12 / 58 |
| 2023 | £718,621 | £799,864 | £684,559 | £101,474 | £101,474 | 12 / 9 |
| 2022 | £704,878 | £810,854 | £659,213 | £182,717 | £155,996 | 13 / 15 |
| 2021 | £892,901 | £885,957 | £794,344 | £288,693 | £251,777 | 13 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Brain And Spine Foundation
What does The Brain And Spine Foundation do?
The Brain and Spine Foundation offers a UK-wide information service to people affected by neurological conditions. This information is available on the charity's website www.brainandspine.org.uk and in 25+ booklets. A freephone Helpline service is staffed by specialist neuroscience nurses to answer queries on conditions, symptoms and investigations linked to the brain and spine.
How much income did The Brain And Spine Foundation report in 2025?
The Brain And Spine Foundation reported total income of £742k and reported expenditure of £721k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Brain And Spine Foundation?
The Brain And Spine Foundation has a program ratio of 72.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Brain And Spine Foundation registered as a charity?
The Brain And Spine Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 July 2003 as charity number 1098528. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs The Brain And Spine Foundation?
The Brain And Spine Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Luce. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Brain And Spine Foundation operate?
The Brain And Spine Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Brain And Spine Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Brain And Spine Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098528.
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