Question 1

What is the mission of CANCER RESEARCH UK?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What is the financial size of CANCER RESEARCH UK?

Accepted Answer

CANCER RESEARCH UK is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £734,753,802 and total expenditure of £714,723,789.

Question 3

How does CANCER RESEARCH UK allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 63.4% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 36.6% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of CANCER RESEARCH UK?

Accepted Answer

CANCER RESEARCH UK employs 5,169 staff members and is supported by 26,000 volunteers.

Question 5

Does CANCER RESEARCH UK receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 0.2% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does CANCER RESEARCH UK pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the latest data indicates that one or more trustees receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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