Question 1

What is the mission of BRAINSTRUST?

Accepted Answer

The Trust's principal charitable objects are to provide funding for the support of and treatment for people diagnosed with primary brain cancer, particularly critically sited brain tumours. The Trust also funds translational scientific research into the treatment of brain cancer.

Question 2

What is the financial size of BRAINSTRUST?

Accepted Answer

BRAINSTRUST is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £779,256 and total expenditure of £739,180.

Question 3

How does BRAINSTRUST allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 84.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 15.1% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (99.0%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BRAINSTRUST?

Accepted Answer

BRAINSTRUST employs 14 staff members and is supported by 200 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BRAINSTRUST receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.0% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BRAINSTRUST pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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