Question 1

What is the mission of Wessex Cancer Support?

Accepted Answer

Through its four support centres, Wessex Cancer Support provides free, local and personalised emotional support to anyone affected by cancer in Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight. Clients may have cancer themselves, be adjusting to life after cancer or supporting someone with cancer.

Question 2

What is the financial size of Wessex Cancer Support?

Accepted Answer

Wessex Cancer Support is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £1,394,287 and total expenditure of £2,130,997.

Question 3

How does Wessex Cancer Support allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 58.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 42.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of Wessex Cancer Support?

Accepted Answer

Wessex Cancer Support employs 67 staff members and is supported by 251 volunteers.

Question 5

Does Wessex Cancer Support receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 2.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does Wessex Cancer Support 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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