Cancer `HE202`¶

Cancer is a tag in the UK-CAT classification of charities in the UK. It is part of the Health categoryand the Health condition subcategory.

1,809 charities have been tagged with this tag. This represents 0.89% of all charities.

Keywords to find charities¶

UK-CAT categories are applied to charities based on a set of keywords, in the form of a regular expression.

The regular expression used to find charities in this tag is:

Distribution by size of charity¶

Income band	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
Under £10k	616	0.82%
£10k - £100k	543	0.80%
£100k - £250k	193	0.93%
£250k - £500k	96	0.98%
£500k - £1m	66	1.07%
£1m - £10m	113	1.33%
Over £10m	45	2.21%
Total	1,672	0.88%

Distribution by charity regulator¶

Regulator	Charities with tag	Percent of all charities
ccew	1,510	0.89%
oscr	223	0.89%
ccni	76	1.05%
Total	1,809	0.89%

Ten largest charities (by income)¶

Name	Latest income
Cancer Research UK [Charity number: SC041666] The objects for which the Company is established are to protect and promote the health of the public in particular by research into the nature, causes, diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure of all forms of cancer, including the development of findings of research into practical applications for the prevention, treatment and cure of cancer and in furtherance of that primary object, to provide information and raise public understanding of such matters.	£718,793,137
CANCER RESEARCH UK [Charity number: 1089464] Cancer Research UK is dedicated to saving lives through research. Our mission is to prevent, control and cure cancer through our ground-breaking research and in the last 40 years our work has helped double survival rates. But there is more work to be done. The only charity fighting over 200 types of cancer, we rely on every pound donated to help get us closer to beating cancer.	£718,793,137
Macmillan Cancer Support [Charity number: SC039907] to provrde support, assistance and Information directly or rndirectly to people affected by cancer, (b) to further and build cancer awareness, education and research, (c) to promote and Influence effective care, Involvement and support for people affected by cancer In this Memorandum, 'people offected by cancer' Includes individuals who have a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis, their carers, families, friends, work colleagues, and anyone else directly or indirectly affected by cancer	£227,145,000
MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT [Charity number: 261017] Macmillan Cancer Support exists to help improve the lives of people affected by cancer - those with cancer and their families, carers and communities. We are a source for support, helping anyone affected by cancer navigate through the system to get what they need, and a force for change, working to improve cancer care.	£227,145,000
THE FRANCIS CRICK INSTITUTE LIMITED [Charity number: 1140062] The Francis Crick Institute is dedicated to understanding the fundamental biology underlying health and disease. Our work is helping to understand why disease develops and to translate discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, infections and neurodegenerative diseases.	£213,189,000
Marie Curie [Charity number: SC038731] The Charity is established as a memorial to the late Marie Curie in lasting tribute to her life’s work, and in particular to her discovery of radium and its contribution in fighting the disease of cancer. The charity exists to serve all those with a terminal diagnosis, from cancer or other causes, their families and carers. The objects for which the charity is established for the public benefit are: 2.1.1 to provide and develop caring services, offering support, care and compassion through palliative care, advice and assistance for the benefit of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers. 2.1.2 to undertake and fund research into any aspect of the care and support of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses and their families and carers. and 2.1.3 to provide information, education and support to patients, their families, carers, those working in medical and other caring fields and the public regarding the care of people suffering from terminal cancer and other terminal illnesses.	£167,252,000
ANTHONY NOLAN [Charity number: 803716] Anthony Nolan saves the lives of people with blood cancer. By growing our register of stem cell donors, conducting research and providing outstanding support to patients, Anthony Nolan cures people's blood cancer and blood disorders. But we need to do more. Without you, there is no cure.	£58,592,000
Anthony Nolan [Charity number: SC038827] The objects for which the Company is established are: 2.1 the relief, treatment, cure or support of those with blood cancers or other blood disorders or affected by an immunological deficiency and any similar or related diseases or conditions (including the provision of support to their family members or carers). 2.2 the relief, treatment, cure or support of those who require a stem cell transplant or who are affected by any disease or condition that may be relieved, treated or cured by any organ or stem cell transplant (including the provision of support to their family members or carers). 2.3 the advancement of research into the causes of and the diagnosis, relief, treatment or cure of those requiring a stem cell transplant or who are affected by an immunological deficiency or any similar or related diseases or conditions and to publish the useful results of such research. and 2.4 the advancement of research into improving organ or stem cell transplantation or any related technique or technology and to publish the useful results of such research.	£58,592,000
Breast Cancer Now [Charity number: SC045584] 4.1.1 advance health, including the health of individuals suffering from cancer, patients receiving treatment, those convalescing following treatment by: promoting activities which will assist with awareness, identification and prevention of cancer. assisting those individuals who are disabled, infirm or in need of assistance. 4.1.2 advance the health of individuals by undertaking research into the causes and treatment of cancer on terms that the results of such research are published. 4.1.3 advance public education in and understanding of the nature of cancer and its treatments particularly (without prejudice to that generality) among sufferers of cancer and the families, friends and carers of such persons. and 4.1.4 promote such charitable objects concerned with medical research or the relief of sickness as the Directors shall in their absolute discretion determine.	£49,579,000
BREAST CANCER NOW [Charity number: 1160558] We're Breast Cancer Now, the UK's largest breast cancer charity and we're dedicated to funding research into this devastating disease. We're bringing together all those affected by the disease to improve the way we prevent, detect, treat and stop the disease. We believe that if we all act now, by 2050 everyone who develops breast cancer will live.	£49,579,000

Ten random charities¶

Name	Latest income
LOVE FROM LUCY [Charity number: 1196636] "Love From Lucy" is a charity based in Hampshire, helping patients that have had a solid organ transplant up to the age of 21 years old, who are being treated in UK hospitals and develop Post Transplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder (PTLD) which is a rare cancer patients can develop at any stage after their transplant.	£4,405
THE ALAN MOREMENT MEMORIAL FUND [Charity number: 1091915] AMMF is dedicated to raising the awareness of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), supplying information to those who need it, and raising funds to support specialised research teams in their work into the causes, methods of earlier diagnosis and treatments of this disease.	£131,639
Caw/Nelson Drive Action Group [Charity number: NI105774] The aims of Caw/Nelson Drive Action Group are to create and develop opportunities for local people to close the gap between the quality of life in one of the most deprived neighbourhoods within the Derry City and Strabane District Council area and the quality of life for the rest of society. We do this by offering a wide range of educational and recreational courses, social engagement, advice & family support, health awareness programmes, community safety initiatives, environmental initiatives, older people’s luncheon club and activities. An example of some of our activities are parenting programmes, womens group, IT Classes, befriending scheme, creative craft and arts courses, summer schemes and fun days which are open to all. We also provide training courses, volunteering opportunities and work placements which help to build skills, capacity and increase employability. We strive to build genuine partnerships based on strong effective relationships, trust and mutual respect which in turn lay the foundations for building bridges and connecting the Caw/Nelson Drive area to the wider community. Agencies which we work alongside are Housing Executive, PSNI, PCSP, Education Authority, Public Health Agency, Western Health and Social Care Trust, Department for Communities, Department for Infrastructure, Citizens Advice Bureau, Action Cancer and Derry City and Strabane District Council. The group has taken part in various cross community and cross border good relations initiatives in collaboration with Galliagh Women’s Group, Serenity House, Inishowen Partnership, Lettershandoney and District Development Group and Hillcrest Trust.	£165,795
HELPING FAMILIES [Charity number: 1200245] For the public benefit to relieve the needs of individuals with a progressive disease (such as cancer,arthritis and dementia) and by extension their families and carers in particular but not exclusively bythe provision of:- Assistance and support with shopping, cleaning and other day to day tasks.- Counselling sessions and support groups.- Targeted grants to families where family members	£2,000
Northwood Charitable Trust [Charity number: SC014487] (i) to or for the benefit of such one or more c£ the following charitable institutions as the Trustees in their discretion may from time to time select, videlicet:- The National Trust for Scotland for Places of historic interest or natural beauty, Five Charlotte Square, Edinburgh. The Royal National Life-Boat Institution, Forty two Grosvenor Gardens, London. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, One hundred and five Jermyn Street, London. The Earl Haig Fund (Scotland), Twenty-three Drumsheugh Gardens, Edinburgh. Dr. Bernardo's, Tanner's Lane, Barkingside, Ilford,Essex. The British SailorS Society (at Home and Abroad), Six hundred and eighty Commercial Road, London, E.14. The Soottish Naval, Military and Air Force Veterans Residence, Rosendaol, Broughty Ferry, Dundee. The Chest and Heart Association, Tavistock House North, Tavistock Square, London. and The Cancer Research Campaign, Two Carlton House Terrace, London, SWJ.. or (ii) to or for the benefit of such other charitable institution or charitable institutions as the Trustees in their discretion may from time to time select. or (iii) in implementing or assisting to implement any charitable purpose or charitable purposes which the Trustees in their uncontrolled discretion may from time to time by Minute resolve upon.	£4,157,808
AL IMRAN CENTRE FOR AUTISM AND CANCER [Charity number: 1204656] AL IMRAN CENTRE FOR AUTISM AND CANCER promotes early intervention of children with autism and childhood cancer and provide supports for parents with resources and help to lessen the stress and anxiery
The Larne Mission Hall [Charity number: NI102293] On a weekly basis Larne Mission Hall provides: • Public worship services, prayer meetings and Bible studies. • A Saturday night youth club. • A Parent and toddlers group. • A children’s Sunday School. • A Bible Class. • A Children’s Church. • Creche facilities during worship services. On a monthly basis Larne Mission Hall provides: • A Family Care in Cancer group. • The ‘Haven’ - a group for the elderly. • Youth Fellowship (twice a month). As well as the regular activities above, Larne Mission Hall also holds open air services. Larne Mission Hall also invites other missionaries and Christian charitable organisations to come and raise awareness of the work they are involved in. Often a financial donation will be made by way of support to these organisations.	£77,274
KEVIN KARARWA LEUKAEMIA TRUST [Charity number: 1175159] Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust creates public awareness and understanding of leukaemia and other bone cancers. We do this through public education. the main activities are done through workshops, outreach, roadshows, publications, communications through social media. We also undertake contacts with main service providers so as to influence policy.	£38,462
SAM PILCHER TRUST [Charity number: 1151779] Supporting children and thier families suffering from Cancer	£48,479
TOPIC OF CANCER [Charity number: 1151079] We raise funds to directly support the work of the cancer immunotherapy research group based at the University of Surrey. We raise the profile and awareness of cancer and immunotherapy research which investigates the use of more targeted and less agressive therapies, to the benefit of patients. We support regional support groups that offer emotional and social support to cancer patients.	£89,588