The Theodora Children's Charity
Also known as: The Theodora Children's Trust
The Theodora Children's Charity brings music, magic and laughter to children living with illness, disability and serious health challenges with Giggle Doctor visits. They are professional performers, trained by the charity, to work in a clinical setting to bring therapeutic play to relieve a childs' distress, and improve their wellbeing and experience of being in hospital.
Activities & Mission
The Theodora Children's Charity brings music, magic and laughter to children living with illness, disability and serious health challenges with Giggle Doctor visits. They are professional performers, trained by the charity, to work in a clinical setting to bring therapeutic play to relieve a childs' distress, and improve their wellbeing and experience of being in hospital.
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
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £599,771 | £636,499 | £503,164 | £452,017 | £268,794 | 6 / 0 |
| 2024 | £750,114 | £612,775 | £481,958 | £488,745 | £224,235 | 6 / 0 |
| 2023 | £565,451 | £639,212 | £487,758 | £351,406 | £255,468 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £460,443 | £452,571 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £305,300 | £350,408 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Theodora Children's Charity
What does The Theodora Children's Charity do?
The Theodora Children's Charity brings music, magic and laughter to children living with illness, disability and serious health challenges with Giggle Doctor visits. They are professional performers, trained by the charity, to work in a clinical setting to bring therapeutic play to relieve a childs' distress, and improve their wellbeing and experience of being in hospital.
How much income did The Theodora Children's Charity report in 2025?
The Theodora Children's Charity reported total income of £600k and reported expenditure of £636k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Theodora Children's Charity registered as a charity?
The Theodora Children's Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 November 2002 as charity number 1094532. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs The Theodora Children's Charity?
The Theodora Children's Charity is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Theodora Children's Charity operate?
The Theodora Children's Charity operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Theodora Children's Charity a registered charity?
Yes — The Theodora Children's Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094532.
Details
Salisbury House
29 Finsbury Circus
London
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Also Known As
- The Theodora Children's Trust
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- 30 July 2026
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