2023-12-31-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 31-12-22 To 31-12-23

Charity name: Childhood Cancer Research Trust

Charity registration number: 1196005

Objectives and Activities

	SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	Para 1.17	To relieve sickness and preserve and protect health for the public benefit by providing funding for childhood cancer research projects primarily in the UK in order to improve outcomes for childhood cancer suffers by finding safer and more effective treatments at a fast rate.
Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.	Para 1.17 and 1.19	The Childhood Cancer Research Trust has primarily funded The Concorde Initiative to explore the use of natural compounds in paediatric cancer treatment. This grant supports crucial research to consolidate the full scope of the possibilities for the use of Natural Compounds in cancer care, directly aligning with our mission and offering significant potential benefits to children with cancer globally.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	Para 1.18	In directing our efforts and resources, the trustees of The Childhood Cancer Research Trust have diligently considered and adhered to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission regarding public benefit. This guidance underscores the importance of ensuring that all charitable activities directly contribute to the public good, in line with our charitable objects. This fiscal year, our commitment to maximizing public benefit was exemplified through a strategic grant to The Concorde Initiative, which focuses on researching the use of natural compounds in paediatric cancer treatment. By funding this pioneering research, we aim to forge new pathways in cancer care that could significantly improve treatment options for children. Importantly, all funds raised have been allocated directly to this research, with no overheads, salaries, or administration costs deducted, ensuring

that every pound is directly applied to advancing this vital work. The insights produced by The Concorde Initiative this year have shown promising potential to enhance cancer care for children, aligning with our mission and the Charity Commission's expectations for public benefit.

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SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other

Achievements and Performance

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Achievements and Performance	Achievements and Performance	Achievements and Performance
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Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole.	Para 1.20	This year, The Childhood Cancer Research Trust has taken the first step in making a key contribution to the progression of cancer research by awarding a £40,000 grant to The Concorde Initiative. This funding was directed towards groundbreaking research on the potential for the use of natural compounds for patients with cancer. The Concorde Initiative has successfully generated and documented significant new knowledge in this area, which aligns with our commitment to innovation in paediatric cancer treatment. Our efforts are ultimately directed towards fulfilling our mission to improve the health outcomes of children with cancer and contribute to the broader societal goal of making cancer treatment safer and more effective.

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Achievements against objectives set	Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set	Para 1.41
Investment performance against objectives	Para 1.41
Other

Financial Review

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Review of the charity’s Para 1.21 The Childhood Cancer Research Trust
financial position at the end raised £ 61,944 in the year to 2023. The
of the period significant legacy donation of £40,000
received was specified for the work of The
Concorde Initiative and fully awarded to it.
This grant supported our pivotal research
into developing kinder and more effective
treatments for children with cancer. While
our available funds are currently low, this
investment aligns with our strategic
commitment to advancing medical research
and demonstrates effective use of donor
contributions for designated purposes.
After direct fund raising costs and the grant
allocation, £19,025 remains which will be
directed towards the next phase of The
Concorde Initiative.
Statement explaining the Para 1.22 Reserve Policy Statement
policy for holding reserves Our charity does not maintain a reserve
stating why they are held fund as the charity has no overheads,
salaries or other ongoing expenses. Our
aim is to maximise investment in creating
the knew knowledge required to fulfil our
mission while also prudently managing
cashflow.
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 n/a
Reasons for holding zero Para 1.22 n/a
reserves
Details of fund materially in Para 1.24 n/a
deficit
Explanation of any Para 1.23 n/a
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern
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The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)	Para 1.47
Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted	Para 1.46
A description of the principal risks facing the charity	Para 1.46

Other

Structure, Governance and Management

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Description of charity’s
trusts:
Type of governing document Para 1.25 Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated
(trust deed, royal charter) Organisation
How is the charity Para 1.25 CIO
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)
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Structure, Governance and Management	Structure, Governance and Management	Structure, Governance and Management
Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) Para 1.25 Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) Para 1.25 CIO
Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees	Para 1.25	Constitutional Provisions According to our constitution, trustees are selected through a comprehensive evaluation process that assesses each candidate's alignment with our foundational goals and strategic needs. Candidates are reviewed based on their:  Commitment to our cause: Demonstrating a passion for advancing medical research and improving healthcare outcomes.  Innovative thinking: Ability to contribute new ideas and approaches for transforming medical research and patient care.  Medical or NHS background: Although not mandatory, experience in healthcare sectors is considered a significant asset.  Diversity of experience: Bringing varied professional and personal backgrounds to provide a wide range of viewpoints and expertise. The selection process is carried out by existing trustees with advice sought from our Board of Consultants as necessary. The final appointment of trustees is made after a majority vote by the existing board members. This process is designed to ensure that our Board of Trustees is equipped with the expertise, vision, and diversity required to guide our charity effectively in its mission.

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Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees	Para 1.51
The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works	Para 1.51

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The Concorde Initiative, owned by Dr Alex
Concorde, is closely linked with the
Relationship with any Para 1.51 Childhood Cancer Research Trust due to
related parties the charity’s focused support of Dr
Concorde’s research. Dr Concorde has
been appointed Medical Director of the
charity in order to spearhead the translation
of the CCRT objects into action by
mediating between the mission of the
CCRT and the actual execution of the
charitable objects through her work at TCI,
thereby ensuring the research activities
align effectively with the strategic goals of
the Childhood Cancer Research Trust.
The relationship is managed under strict
governance practices to avoid any conflicts
of interest, ensuring that our collaboration
is transparent and maintains the highest
integrity. This arrangement enhances our
capacity to drive forward innovations in the
development of potential treatment and
care for children with cancer to a far greater
degree than might otherwise be possible.
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Reference and Administrative details

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Charity name Childhood Cancer Research Trust
Other name the charity uses CCRT
Registered charity number 1196005
Charity’s principal address 14 Chester Street
Oxford
OX4 1SL
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

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Dates acted if not for whole Name of person (or body) entitled
Trustee name Office (if any)
year to appoint trustee (if any)
1 Oonah Buist Chair
2 Trina Wright Trustee
Georgina Perceval Trustee
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Maxwell
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– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held in this capacity

Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

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Type of Name Address
adviser
Accountant Business Control Red Lion Yard,
Odd Down,
Bath, Somerset,
BA2 2PP,
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Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

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Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Full name(s) Oonah Buist Position (eg Secretary, Chair Chair, etc)

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Charity Name No (if any) Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from Jan-23 Dec-23

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Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
Total funds Last year
funds funds funds
to the nearest
to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £
£
A1 Receipts
Woo Commerce Donations 7,009 - - 7,009 815
Paypal Donations 2,351 - - 2,351 -
Cash Donations 379 - - 379 -
Direct Individual Donations 50,752 - - 50,752 70
Sales - others 1,453 - - 1,453 100
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- - - - -
- - - - -
Sub total (Gross income for
61,944 - - 61,944 985
AR)
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
- - - -
- - - - -
Sub total - - - - -
Total receipts 61,944 - - 61,944 985
A3 Payments
Stripe Charges 132 - - 132 28
Events - direct costs 2,782 - - 2,782 -
Grant 40,000 - - 40,000 -
Postage 5 - - 5 -
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- - - - -
- - - - -
Sub total [ 42,919 ] - - 42,919 28
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
- - - -
- - - -
Sub total [ - ] - - - -
Total payments 42,919 - - 42,919 28
Net of receipts/(payments) 19,025 - - 19,025 957
A5 Transfers between funds - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end - - - - -
Cash funds this year end 19,025 - - 19,025 957
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CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

01/11/2024

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Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets	Signature Details Details Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details	Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - Agreement Error OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Oonah Buist	Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - OK Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - - When due (optional) Date of approval 31/10/2024

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

01/11/2024

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CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Indopendent Examiner's Report Report to thè trustees ChildlKJod Cancer Research Trust On #ecounts lor tho yur •nded 3111 Oecember 2023 Charity rM> (ff •nyl 1196005 Set out on pages I reFx)rt lo the truslees on my examination of the accounts of the atthie chanty (Ihe Trust") for the year ended 3111J2023. R•8ponilbllltl¢• and bo81s of report As the charity's trustees, you are resFonsible for the preparalKJn of ihe accounts in accordance wtth the requirements of the Chariiies Act 2011 lllhe Act"). I report in respecl of my examinalkm ol tho Tru8t's accounts cttniad out undef SeCt￿n 145 of Ihe 2011 Act and in carying out my 8xaminalion. I have foltowed all the applubbe Direclw)ns givén ty thé Charty Commiss ts￿lef section 149511bl ol the Act. Independent I have comthled ry ex8min81ion. I confim that no materi81 matters have •xamlner's slatement come lo my attenlKn in connection wrth Ihe examination lolher than Ihal disclosed ') which gives mo caus8 to b•lKve that In. any maternl respect.. the aCc￿￿tIng records re ncrt kept kn accordancè with 88Ction 130 of the Charities Act. Of the x¢ounl$ dtd nol accord with the accountlng records: or the accounts did not compty wrth the applicab￿ requirements concerning the lo￿ and conlenl of accounts sel oul in the Chaiitles {Accounls and RepJrt$l Regutalion5 2008 other than any requirennt that Ihe accounts give a Irue and fatr, vw which is not a matter consKlered as part ol an independent examination. I havo no ¢oncem$ and have come acro$$ no other matters In conneclion with the examination lo whKh atlenlion $h¢)uid be dr8wn in this Tep)rt in order to enable a proper underslan(Ilng of Ihe acccwnls lo be reacheo. Dats: 6 November 2024 Slgned: Nam•: Richard Starkey Relevant profes$lonal quallficitionlsl or body (if any): A.C.fvl.A Addre4•: Red Lion Yard. Odd Dthvn. Bath, BA2 2PP IER Oct 2018

Section B Disclosure Onty complete il the examiner needs lo highlight material mallers ol con￿rn 18ee CC32, Independent examinats'on of charty accounts.. directM)n8 8rKI gumlance for examinetsl. Give her• brl•f d•tall• ol any items that th• •xaminer wlshes to dlsclose. IER Oct 2018