The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital
Also known as: The Friends of Guy's Hospital
The charity provides amenities to improve the comfort of the patients & staff of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Medical research is also supported & substantial grants made for works of improvement benefiting patients, staff & visiting relatives. The charity is able, from time to time, to purchase medical & surgical equipment which the Trust is unable to fund from its own budget.
Activities & Mission
The charity provides amenities to improve the comfort of the patients & staff of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Medical research is also supported & substantial grants made for works of improvement benefiting patients, staff & visiting relatives. The charity is able, from time to time, to purchase medical & surgical equipment which the Trust is unable to fund from its own budget.
Grants
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £189,401
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and people with disabilities
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — The Bernice Bibby Research Trust (organisation 1058703)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £231,677 | £189,401 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £248,587 | £192,224 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £290,969 | £204,318 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £317,491 | £170,902 | 0 / 18 | |||
| 2021 | £151,181 | £116,014 | 0 / 29 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital
What does The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital do?
The charity provides amenities to improve the comfort of the patients & staff of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Medical research is also supported & substantial grants made for works of improvement benefiting patients, staff & visiting relatives. The charity is able, from time to time, to purchase medical & surgical equipment which the Trust is unable to fund from its own budget.
How much income did The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital report in 2025?
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital reported total income of £232k and reported expenditure of £189k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital registered as a charity?
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 June 1972 as charity number 264150. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital?
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital is governed by a board of 20 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR MICHAEL JOHN GLEESON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital operate?
The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital operates across 2 areas: Lambeth and Southwark.
Is The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of Guy's And St Thomas' Hospital is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 264150.
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Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Friends of Guy's Hospital
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated