Thumbs Up For Charlie
To provide UK based respite breaks for families and carers whose child has been diagnosed with a childhood brain tumour; families whose child is terminally ill as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour; families who are bereaved as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour.2. To raise funds for future research aimed at pediatric brain tumours and more specifically ependymoma brain tumours.
Activities & Mission
To provide UK based respite breaks for families and carers whose child has been diagnosed with a childhood brain tumour; families whose child is terminally ill as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour; families who are bereaved as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour.2. To raise funds for future research aimed at pediatric brain tumours and more specifically ependymoma brain tumours.
Grants
Thumbs Up For Charlie makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £45,644
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, people with disabilities and other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes
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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £48,043 | £45,644 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £95,008 | £72,935 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £97,366 | £48,000 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Thumbs Up For Charlie
What does Thumbs Up For Charlie do?
To provide UK based respite breaks for families and carers whose child has been diagnosed with a childhood brain tumour; families whose child is terminally ill as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour; families who are bereaved as a consequence of a childhood brain tumour.2. To raise funds for future research aimed at pediatric brain tumours and more specifically ependymoma brain tumours.
How much income did Thumbs Up For Charlie report in 2025?
Thumbs Up For Charlie reported total income of £48k and reported expenditure of £46k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Thumbs Up For Charlie registered as a charity?
Thumbs Up For Charlie was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 March 2022 as charity number 1198109. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Thumbs Up For Charlie?
Thumbs Up For Charlie is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is John Andrew Robinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Thumbs Up For Charlie operate?
Thumbs Up For Charlie operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Thumbs Up For Charlie a registered charity?
Yes — Thumbs Up For Charlie is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198109.
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- 2 November 2026
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