Women's Cancer Detection Society
The support and treatment of patients and research into breast cancer. The charity achieves these aims by financing the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment unable to be funded by the National Health Service. Furthermore the charity provides funds to support education about breast cancer in the community and maintains a specialised breast cancer library.
Activities & Mission
The support and treatment of patients and research into breast cancer. The charity achieves these aims by financing the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment unable to be funded by the National Health Service. Furthermore the charity provides funds to support education about breast cancer in the community and maintains a specialised breast cancer library.
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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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 | £74,093 | £165,174 | 0 / 17 | |||
| 2024 | £74,152 | £77,331 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £51,844 | £70,889 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2022 | £65,764 | £34,315 | 0 / 8 | |||
| 2021 | £260,054 | £27,315 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Women's Cancer Detection Society
What does Women's Cancer Detection Society do?
The support and treatment of patients and research into breast cancer. The charity achieves these aims by financing the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment unable to be funded by the National Health Service. Furthermore the charity provides funds to support education about breast cancer in the community and maintains a specialised breast cancer library.
How much income did Women's Cancer Detection Society report in 2025?
Women's Cancer Detection Society reported total income of £74k and reported expenditure of £165k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Women's Cancer Detection Society registered as a charity?
Women's Cancer Detection Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 August 1964 as charity number 236141. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Women's Cancer Detection Society?
Women's Cancer Detection Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is WILLIAM NIGEL PICKEN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Women's Cancer Detection Society operate?
Women's Cancer Detection Society operates across 5 areas, including Gateshead, Newcastle Upon Tyne City, North Tyneside and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Women's Cancer Detection Society a registered charity?
Yes — Women's Cancer Detection Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 236141.
Details
WHICKHAM
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE16 4DN
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