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The Ruth Strauss Foundation

To support research into the diagnosis, treatment and cure of rare forms of lung cancer, in particular but not limited to, adenocarcinoma; and to provide support to sufferers of lung cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families (in particular but not limited to young children).

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Activities & Mission

To support research into the diagnosis, treatment and cure of rare forms of lung cancer, in particular but not limited to, adenocarcinoma; and to provide support to sufferers of lung cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families (in particular but not limited to young children).

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
£2,305,840
Latest Expenditure
£2,448,800

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 58.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 54.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 45.8%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,122,204
Charitable Activities £1,016,566
Other Trading £79,732
Investments £87,338
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,345,181
Raising Funds £1,103,619
Governance £18,869
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£2,305,840
£2,448,800£1,345,181£3,237,747£3,237,74716 / 145
2024
£2,338,278
£2,197,085£1,095,460£3,380,707£3,380,70718 / 110
2023
£2,566,560
£1,912,263£609,755£3,239,514£3,239,51415 / 88
2022
£2,223,008
£939,507£405,333£2,585,217£2,575,56711 / 55
2021
£1,162,689
£450,692£271,297£1,301,716£1,291,7165 / 45

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Ruth Strauss Foundation

What does The Ruth Strauss Foundation do?

To support research into the diagnosis, treatment and cure of rare forms of lung cancer, in particular but not limited to, adenocarcinoma; and to provide support to sufferers of lung cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families (in particular but not limited to young children).

How much income did The Ruth Strauss Foundation report in 2025?

The Ruth Strauss Foundation reported total income of £2.31m and reported expenditure of £2.45m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Ruth Strauss Foundation registered as a charity?

The Ruth Strauss Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 2019 as charity number 1183221. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Ruth Strauss Foundation?

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

Where does The Ruth Strauss Foundation operate?

The Ruth Strauss Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Ruth Strauss Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Ruth Strauss Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183221.

Details

Address
Unit F
Whiteacres
Cambridge Road
Whetstone
Leicestershire
Registration Date
1 May 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5139557
Charity Number
1183221

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Trustees

Allison Jane Wood
Ann-Louise Ward
Dame Laura Elizabeth Lee

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