THE DUCHENNE RESEARCH FUND
To promote the relief of persons suffering from and to promote research into the treatment, cure, care and welfare of those persons suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in England, Wales and Overseas.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £1,013,405, which is below the charity's stated policy of holding minimal reserves, though the trustees note this is due to prior share sales and ongoing project evaluation. The charity reported a net expenditure of £91,514 before investment gains, resulting in a decrease in total funds from the previous year.
What the accounts disclose
“On an ongoing basis the Trustees aim to hold minimal reserves as the general cost base is low” — page 8
“One director of DRIL, Sarah Shelley, was a Trustee of Duchenne Research Fund during the year.” — page 19
“The Duchenne Research Fund also has a one-third shareholding in Duchenne Research (UK) Investment Limited (‘DRIL’)” — page 8
Trustees
- DANIEL IAN BAUM
- Dr SARAH SHELLEY
- JEREMY SHEBSON
- SIMON KANTER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £38k | £129k |
| 31/12/2023 | £58k | £323k |
| 31/12/2022 | £37k | £284k |
| 31/12/2021 | £142k | £350k |
| 31/12/2020 | £49k | £221k |
Common questions
Is THE DUCHENNE RESEARCH FUND financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £1,013,405, which is below the charity's stated policy of holding minimal reserves, though the trustees note this is due to prior share sales and ongoing project evaluation. The charity reported a net expenditure of £91,514 before investment gains, resulting in a decrease in total funds from the previous year. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE DUCHENNE RESEARCH FUND?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE DUCHENNE RESEARCH FUND as a grant recipient include DUDLEY AND GEOFFREY COX CHARITABLE TRUST, CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUDLEY AND GEOFFREY COX CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £7k | Medical |
| DUDLEY AND GEOFFREY COX CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £5k | Medical |
| DUDLEY AND GEOFFREY COX CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £5k | Medical |
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | |
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £3k | |
| DUDLEY AND GEOFFREY COX CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £0 | Medical |