The Florence Nightingale Foundation
Also known as: The National Florence Nightingale Memorial Committee of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
We advance the study of nursing and promote excellence in nursing practice. We raise funds to provide scholarships for nurses and midwives, to study at home or abroad to provide innovation in practice, extend skills to meet changing needs.
Activities & Mission
We advance the study of nursing and promote excellence in nursing practice. We raise funds to provide scholarships for nurses and midwives, to study at home or abroad to provide innovation in practice, extend skills to meet changing needs.
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 58% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 520). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 36% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,907,811 | £3,872,015 | £3,708,888 | £3,922,542 | £2,864,821 | 33 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,947,106 | £4,331,737 | £4,155,678 | £3,698,733 | £2,786,505 | 32 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,451,054 | £3,778,275 | £3,604,257 | £2,904,271 | £2,597,670 | 25 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,418,083 | £2,931,850 | £2,790,301 | £2,297,001 | £2,038,869 | 17 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,165,508 | £1,769,784 | £1,660,415 | £1,753,122 | £1,345,074 | 12 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Florence Nightingale Foundation
What does The Florence Nightingale Foundation do?
We advance the study of nursing and promote excellence in nursing practice. We raise funds to provide scholarships for nurses and midwives, to study at home or abroad to provide innovation in practice, extend skills to meet changing needs.
How much income did The Florence Nightingale Foundation report in 2025?
The Florence Nightingale Foundation reported total income of £3.91m and reported expenditure of £3.87m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Florence Nightingale Foundation?
The Florence Nightingale Foundation has a program ratio of 94.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 58% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 520 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Florence Nightingale Foundation registered as a charity?
The Florence Nightingale Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 January 1967 as charity number 229229. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The Florence Nightingale Foundation?
The Florence Nightingale Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melloney Marina Caroline Poole. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Florence Nightingale Foundation operate?
The Florence Nightingale Foundation operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Florence Nightingale Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Florence Nightingale Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 229229.
Details
10-18 Union St
London
SE1 1SZ
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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- How metrics are calculated