DIABETES RESEARCH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION
Funds medical research via grants; Raises awareness to diabetes, its risks, symptoms, complications; Provides information and advice via multi media channels in support of those with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes; Promotes screening, wellness and other health programmes to reduce incidence, allow early diagnosis and treatment of diabetes and similar or related conditions
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £389,234 for the year, driven by a 15% reduction in total income compared to the previous year. Despite this deficit, the charity held unrestricted free reserves of £1,653,127, which the trustees note is significantly higher than their stated policy target of 3-6 months of operating expenditure. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of higher paid employees was in the band: £60,000 - £70,000”
“the Board aims to maintain unrestricted, free reserves at a level that equals 3-6 months of operating and charitable expenditures (£426,469 - £852,939).”
Year-over-year changes
- Top pay band moved from £60,000 - £70,000 (FY2024) to £60,001 - £70,000 (FY2025).
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/12/2025)
Trustees
- Adrian Durelli
- Arez Salim
- Christian Gretschel
- JOHN ALAHOUZOS JNR
- Michael Arenas
- Steve Jones
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £1.3m | £1.7m |
| 31/12/2024 | £1.5m | £1.8m |
| 31/12/2023 | £1.7m | £1.9m |
| 31/12/2022 | £1.8m | £2.0m |
| 31/12/2021 | £1.7m | £1.9m |
Common questions
Is DIABETES RESEARCH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net deficit of £389,234 for the year, driven by a 15% reduction in total income compared to the previous year. Despite this deficit, the charity held unrestricted free reserves of £1,653,127, which the trustees note is significantly higher than their stated policy target of 3-6 months of operating expenditure. The trustees confirmed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Moore Kingston Smith LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of DIABETES RESEARCH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £60,001 - £70,000 band.
Who funds DIABETES RESEARCH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DIABETES RESEARCH & WELLNESS FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include COL-RENO LIMITED.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| COL-RENO LIMITED | FY2026 | £240 | |
| COL-RENO LIMITED | FY2025 | £120 | |
| COL-RENO LIMITED | FY2024 | £120 | |
| COL-RENO LIMITED | FY2023 | £120 |