THE ROSE THOMPSON FOUNDATION
We provide or collaborate in the provision of culturally sensitive and appropriate information, advocacy and support services to people particularly, but not exclusively,from Black and Minority Ethnic and low-income communities affected by cancer e.g. establish support groups for cancer patients and carers address cancer inequalities that negatively impact the socioeconomically disadvantaged.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity held total net assets of £3,547 as of 30 November 2024, comprising a restricted fund surplus of £9,649 and an unrestricted fund deficit of £6,102. The trustees confirm that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified regarding the charity's ability to continue operating.
What the accounts disclose
“During the financial year Trustee Mr Lindsey Thompson received £24,619 (2023/22:£26,340) in staff costs in his capacity as COO for BME Cancer Communities in furthering the Charity's objects.” — page 15
“During the financial year Ms Cara Thompson (Daughter to Trustee Lindsey Thompson) received £7,561 (2023/22:£4,036) in staff costs in her capacity as Administrator for The Rose Thompson Foundation in furthering the Charity's objects.” — page 15
“During the financial year Trustee Mr Lindsey Thompson received £24,619 (2023/22:£26,340) in staff costs in his capacity as COO for BME Cancer Communities in furthering the Charity's objects.” — page 15
“During the financial year Ms Cara Thompson (Daughter to Trustee Lindsey Thompson) received £7,561 (2023/22:£4,036) in staff costs in her capacity as Administrator for The Rose Thompson Foundation in furthering the Charity's objects.” — page 15
Trustees
- LINDSAY RAY THOMPSONchair
- ELAINE ISRAEL-SAMUELS
- JACKIE BROWN
- Jenene Aikman
- Rupert Aikman
- SHARON STEVENS
- Vivian Oliver
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2024 | £72k | £67k |
| 30/11/2023 | £62k | £63k |
| 30/11/2022 | £10k | £13k |
| 30/11/2021 | £21k | £62k |
| 30/11/2020 | £58k | £20k |
Common questions
Is THE ROSE THOMPSON FOUNDATION financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity held total net assets of £3,547 as of 30 November 2024, comprising a restricted fund surplus of £9,649 and an unrestricted fund deficit of £6,102. The trustees confirm that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified regarding the charity's ability to continue operating. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 27/02/2020 | £49k | ADVOCACY & SUPPORT SERVICE FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND CARERS |