The Scar Free Foundation
Also known as: The Healing Foundation, The Healing Trust
Carry out and fund research into the improvement of treatments for the benefit of people who suffer from physical, psychological, social or emotional disadvantages as a result of physical disfigurement or functional impairment present at birth or acquired through accident, disease or illness and into the prevention of accidents which may cause such conditions.
Activities & Mission
Carry out and fund research into the improvement of treatments for the benefit of people who suffer from physical, psychological, social or emotional disadvantages as a result of physical disfigurement or functional impairment present at birth or acquired through accident, disease or illness and into the prevention of accidents which may cause such conditions.
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 51% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 273). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 4% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £493,298 | £1,052,511 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £868,951 | £1,114,630 | £741,272 | £2,960,634 | £972,355 | 5 / 35 |
| 2023 | £1,252,740 | £1,610,710 | £1,283,099 | £3,197,215 | £707,407 | 4 / 45 |
| 2022 | £1,090,637 | £1,865,229 | £1,513,541 | £3,603,270 | £652,598 | 5 / 45 |
| 2021 | £1,985,844 | £1,784,966 | £1,491,563 | £4,354,018 | £766,100 | 6 / 65 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Scar Free Foundation
What does The Scar Free Foundation do?
Carry out and fund research into the improvement of treatments for the benefit of people who suffer from physical, psychological, social or emotional disadvantages as a result of physical disfigurement or functional impairment present at birth or acquired through accident, disease or illness and into the prevention of accidents which may cause such conditions.
How much income did The Scar Free Foundation report in 2025?
The Scar Free Foundation reported total income of £493k and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Scar Free Foundation?
The Scar Free Foundation has a program ratio of 85.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 273 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Scar Free Foundation registered as a charity?
The Scar Free Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 1999 as charity number 1078666. It has been registered for 27 years.
Who runs The Scar Free Foundation?
The Scar Free Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Sir Bruce Edward Keogh. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Scar Free Foundation operate?
The Scar Free Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Scar Free Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Scar Free Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078666.
Details
ROYAL COLLEGE OF
SURGEONS OF ENGLAND
38-43 LINCOLN'S INN FIELDS
LONDON
WC2A 3PE
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Also Known As
- The Healing Foundation
- The Healing Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated