THE BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER FOUNDATION
The aim of The Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) Foundation is to relieve suffering of those with Body Dysmorphic Disorder. The objectives are to utilise funds within the trust to raise awareness through the media and our social media channels, provide accurate information on the condition and evidence based treatments and offer support through our e-helpline and support groups.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported a deficit of £27,636 for the year, with total expenditure of £95,828 exceeding total income of £68,192. Despite this deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £102,906, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of £23,000 to £46,000. The trustees attribute the lower income to an expected grant not being awarded but note the charity remains committed to strengthening its income base.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Dr ROBERT WILLSONchair
- Dr Amita Jassi
- Dr Benedetta Monzani DClinPsy
- Holly Alexandra Pascale Staunton
- Louisa Cottrell
- Michael James Pounsford
- Scarlett Bagwell
- Tanya Louise Disdel O'Toole
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £68k | £96k |
| 30/09/2024 | £78k | £102k |
| 30/09/2023 | £123k | £78k |
| 30/09/2022 | £145k | £47k |
| 30/09/2021 | £25k | £42k |
Common questions
Is THE BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported a deficit of £27,636 for the year, with total expenditure of £95,828 exceeding total income of £68,192. Despite this deficit, unrestricted reserves stood at £102,906, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of £23,000 to £46,000. The trustees attribute the lower income to an expected grant not being awarded but note the charity remains committed to strengthening its income base. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER FOUNDATION?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE BODY DYSMORPHIC DISORDER FOUNDATION as a grant recipient include THE ROBERT GAVRON CHARITABLE TRUST, J S F POLLITZER CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ROBERT GAVRON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £10k | |
| J S F POLLITZER CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT | FY2022 | £2k | Health |
| J S F POLLITZER CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT | FY2023 | £2k | Health |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/11/2021 | £101k | Stronger Together |
| UK government | 25/06/2020 | £10k | Coronavirus Community Support Fund |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 02/08/2019 | £10k | Body Dysmorphic Disorder Conference |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/02/2015 | £10k | Developing a community for people with body dysmorphic disorder |