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The Cochrane Collaboration

Cochrane is a global, independent, non-profit network of health researchers and professionals, patients and carers who work together to produce and promote trusted, high-quality health information that improves health and healthcare worldwide. Our mission is to produce accessible, trusted evidence and advocate for its use to deliver better, more equitable health for all.

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Activities & Mission

Cochrane is a global, independent, non-profit network of health researchers and professionals, patients and carers who work together to produce and promote trusted, high-quality health information that improves health and healthcare worldwide. Our mission is to produce accessible, trusted evidence and advocate for its use to deliver better, more equitable health for all.

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

Latest Income
£10,520,000
Latest Expenditure
£10,601,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 98.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 3.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,570
Charitable Activities £10,125,725
Other Trading £0
Investments £390,705
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £10,397,000
Raising Funds £204,000
Governance £209,000
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£10,520,000
£10,601,000£10,397,000£9,796,000£9,650,00089 / 4245
2023
£9,743,000
£9,406,000£9,317,000£9,924,000£9,828,0000 / 361
2022
£8,897,000
£7,885,000£7,798,000£9,594,000£3,555,00063 / 57
2021
£7,692,000
£9,107,000£9,003,000£8,581,000£4,219,00075 / 0
2020
£12,829,000
£9,048,000£8,937,000£10,012,000£5,510,00073 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Cochrane Collaboration

What does The Cochrane Collaboration do?

Cochrane is a global, independent, non-profit network of health researchers and professionals, patients and carers who work together to produce and promote trusted, high-quality health information that improves health and healthcare worldwide. Our mission is to produce accessible, trusted evidence and advocate for its use to deliver better, more equitable health for all.

How much income did The Cochrane Collaboration report in 2024?

The Cochrane Collaboration reported total income of £10.52m and reported expenditure of £10.60m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cochrane Collaboration registered as a charity?

The Cochrane Collaboration was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 1995 as charity number 1045921. It has been registered for 31 years.

Who runs The Cochrane Collaboration?

The Cochrane Collaboration is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Susan Phillips. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cochrane Collaboration operate?

The Cochrane Collaboration operates across 50 areas, including Argentina, Australia, Austria and 47 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Cochrane Collaboration a registered charity?

Yes — The Cochrane Collaboration is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1045921.

Details

Address
11-13 CAVENDISH SQUARE
LONDON
W1G 0AN
Registration Date
26 April 1995
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1045921
Charity Number
1045921

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Trustees

Dr Susan Phillips Chair
Dr Giordano Perez Gaxiola
Dr Juan Victor Ariel Franco
Emma Eleanor Beatrice Sinervo
Professor Gillian Leng
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Joerg Meerpohl
Professor Tamara Kredo
Professor Vanessa Jordan-Cole

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