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The Duchenne Family Support Group

To provide a positive national support network of families affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and enable families to come together to share ideas and experiences and to enjoy social events.

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Activities & Mission

To provide a positive national support network of families affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and enable families to come together to share ideas and experiences and to enjoy social events.

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
£51,124
Latest Expenditure
£44,336

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 86.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 86.7%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£51,124
£44,3360 / 4
2024
£52,701
£31,4580 / 1
2023
£54,965
£46,9010 / 6
2022
£54,653
£55,0070 / 12
2021
£36,296
£26,0030 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Duchenne Family Support Group

What does The Duchenne Family Support Group do?

To provide a positive national support network of families affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and enable families to come together to share ideas and experiences and to enjoy social events.

How much income did The Duchenne Family Support Group report in 2025?

The Duchenne Family Support Group reported total income of £51k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Duchenne Family Support Group registered as a charity?

The Duchenne Family Support Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 March 2009 as charity number 1128653. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs The Duchenne Family Support Group?

The Duchenne Family Support Group is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Stephen Henry Meech. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Duchenne Family Support Group operate?

The Duchenne Family Support Group operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Duchenne Family Support Group a registered charity?

Yes — The Duchenne Family Support Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1128653.

Details

Address
78 YORK STREET
LONDON
W1H 1DP
Registration Date
18 March 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4044618
Charity Number
1128653

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Trustees

Dr Stephen Henry Meech Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
Amanda Elizabeth Revell
Catherine Virginia Parker
Jacky Wilde
Karen Ann Lightly
Laura Elliott
Sarah Wright
Susan Berry

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30 July 2026
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