Question 1

What is the mission of BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

The BHF is the UK's largest independent funder of cardiovascular research in the UK. For over 60 years BHF has pioneered life-saving research that has helped halve the number of deaths from heart and circulatory disease in the UK. BHF also helps provide vital support and information for the 7.4m people living in the UK with heart and circulatory disease.

Question 2

What is the financial size of BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £410,600,000 and total expenditure of £427,100,000.

Question 3

How does BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 34.2% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 65.8% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (96.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION?

Accepted Answer

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION employs 4,545 staff members and is supported by 20,000 volunteers.

Question 5

Does BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.1% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION 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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