Where does our income come from?

In 2007/08 we received income of £71.9 million (£44.6 million after deduction of retail costs) from a variety of sources, including:

• £17.6m from supporters in the form of donations and gifts;
• £12.5m from legacies;
• £4.1m from retail and merchandising; and
• £10.4m from other sources including events and sponsorship.

Donations

The generosity of our supporters is vital to our survival - donations and gifts are our single greatest source of income.
Find out more about donating

Legacies

The average value of new legacies increased by almost 20 per cent during 2007/8.
Find out more about leaving a legacy

Retail

We have over 350 shops throughout the UK, selling new and donated goods.
Find out more about Help the Aged shops

Events

Events and sponsorship are valuable sources of income. Money is raised through an exciting variety of events including dances, local walks and runs, overseas treks and cycle challenges.
Find out more about events and sponsorship