UPLIFT (Charity Number 1169387)

UPLIFT is a UK registered charity that focuses on raising awareness of and providing support to breast cancer sufferers and survivors, with a particular emphasis on those affected at an earlier, pre-menopausal stage of their lives. The charity operates throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, offering services, advocacy, advice, and research support related to its mission. It also provides grants to individuals and organizations and is involved in charitable activities aimed at health advancement and disability support[3].

Purpose and Activities

UPLIFT's core mission is to assist individuals living with breast cancer by providing emotional, informational, and practical support to improve their quality of life. The charity is committed to advancing health and saving lives by promoting awareness and understanding of breast cancer challenges, particularly for younger women diagnosed before menopause.

The charity engages in campaigning and advocacy to further its cause and offers facilities and services tailored to the needs of its beneficiaries. Its work includes research sponsorship, public education, and direct support schemes designed to uplift and empower those affected by breast cancer[3].

Governance and Structure

UPLIFT was registered as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) on 28 September 2016 and works under the working name UPLIFT UK. Governance policies include complaint handling and management of conflicts of interest to ensure transparency and accountability. The charity is overseen by a board of six trustees. There are no reported employees with total benefits exceeding £60,000 as of the last financial report[3].

Geographical Reach

The charity's support and charitable activities cover all parts of the United Kingdom, including England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, ensuring broad accessibility to its services for breast cancer sufferers and survivors across the country[3].

Note: UPLIFT should not be confused with other organizations bearing the same name that operate in different sectors or with different missions.

[1] https://www.upliftuk.org [2] https://www.upliftuk.org/about [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5083344/full-print [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5083344/contact-information [5] https://www.upliftcharity.org