Question 1

What is the mission of WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND?

Accepted Answer

To raise awareness that the risk of cancer is reduced by healthy food and nutrition, physical activity and weight management.To fund cutting-edge research on how the foods we eat, the amount of physical activity we do and our body weight impact our cancer risk so that our diet and health recommendations for reducing the risk of cancer are based on current science.

Question 2

What is the financial size of WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND?

Accepted Answer

WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £11,937,144 and total expenditure of £12,108,387.

Question 3

How does WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 73.9% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 26.1% 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 WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND?

Accepted Answer

WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND employs 58 staff members and is supported by 4 volunteers.

Question 5

Does WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND 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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