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The Muscle Help Foundation

Also known as: Pole2pole, The Muscular Help Foundation

Delivering Muscle Dreams for children and young people between the ages 8 and 28 with Muscular Dystrophy and allied neuromuscular conditions throughout the United Kingdom.

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Activities & Mission

Delivering Muscle Dreams for children and young people between the ages 8 and 28 with Muscular Dystrophy and allied neuromuscular conditions throughout the United Kingdom.

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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
£83,573
Latest Expenditure
£88,167

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 105.5%
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.

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£83,573
£88,1670 / 30
2024
£128,389
£91,9720 / 30
2023
£88,880
£78,5720 / 25
2022
£30,263
£114,3310 / 12
2021
£137,667
£80,9140 / 12

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Frequently asked questions about The Muscle Help Foundation

What does The Muscle Help Foundation do?

Delivering Muscle Dreams for children and young people between the ages 8 and 28 with Muscular Dystrophy and allied neuromuscular conditions throughout the United Kingdom.

How much income did The Muscle Help Foundation report in 2025?

The Muscle Help Foundation reported total income of £84k and reported expenditure of £88k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Muscle Help Foundation registered as a charity?

The Muscle Help Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 March 2003 as charity number 1096716. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Muscle Help Foundation?

The Muscle Help Foundation is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Matthew Adams. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Muscle Help Foundation operate?

The Muscle Help Foundation operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Muscle Help Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Muscle Help Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096716.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
26 March 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3997534
Charity Number
1096716

Trustees

Matthew Adams Chair
Michael Rudman
SUSAN MCGRATH

Also Known As

  • Pole2pole
  • The Muscle Help Foundation
  • The Muscular Help Foundation

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13 October 2026
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