University College London Hospitals Charity
Although our remit is NHS-wide, we primarily provide grants to UCL Hospitals. We aim to ensure that our grant-making activities promote innovation within the Hospitals and help them to operate more effectively. Our areas of support include equipment and infrastructure; staff and patient welfare and amenities and medical research.
Activities & Mission
Although our remit is NHS-wide, we primarily provide grants to UCL Hospitals. We aim to ensure that our grant-making activities promote innovation within the Hospitals and help them to operate more effectively. Our areas of support include equipment and infrastructure; staff and patient welfare and amenities and medical research.
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 98% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 1% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (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 | £24,702,000 | £71,461,000 | £28,762,000 | £125,029,000 | £26,300,000 | 42 / 0 |
| 2024 | £22,409,000 | £20,073,000 | £9,964,000 | £173,064,000 | £14,000,000 | 43 / 0 |
| 2023 | £40,469,000 | £9,399,000 | £12,085,000 | £177,497,000 | £7,700,000 | 47 / 0 |
| 2022 | £26,601,000 | £23,464,000 | £12,007,000 | £148,800,000 | £1,349,000 | 50 / 0 |
| 2021 | £16,804,000 | £33,898,000 | £17,785,000 | £143,967,000 | £5,673,000 | 48 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University College London Hospitals Charity
What does University College London Hospitals Charity do?
Although our remit is NHS-wide, we primarily provide grants to UCL Hospitals. We aim to ensure that our grant-making activities promote innovation within the Hospitals and help them to operate more effectively. Our areas of support include equipment and infrastructure; staff and patient welfare and amenities and medical research.
How much income did University College London Hospitals Charity report in 2025?
University College London Hospitals Charity reported total income of £24.70m and reported expenditure of £71.46m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University College London Hospitals Charity?
University College London Hospitals Charity has a program ratio of 116.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 98% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University College London Hospitals Charity registered as a charity?
University College London Hospitals Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 February 2016 as charity number 1165398. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs University College London Hospitals Charity?
University College London Hospitals Charity is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is NIGEL KEEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University College London Hospitals Charity operate?
University College London Hospitals Charity operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University College London Hospitals Charity a registered charity?
Yes — University College London Hospitals Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165398.
Details
5TH FLOOR EAST
250 EUSTON ROAD
LONDON
NW1 2PG
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