Funding Research
Our work relies entirely on the generosity of our donors and those who remember us in their Wills. We are deeply committed to the responsible stewardship of their support, channelling every resource towards our ultimate goal: to one day cure cancer—every single type of cancer.
Everything You Need to Know About How We Fund Cancer Research
How much money is allocated to cancer research thanks to donations and legacies?
In 2024, over €33 million was allocated to research projects that offer real hope for patients. Every pound donated goes towards funding groundbreaking science.
Where does the money from donations and legacies go?
More than three-quarters of all funds go directly towards cancer research—covering all types of cancer, from the most common to the rarest., In 2024, here's how the funds raised by Fondation ARC were used:
- Charitable activities (promising research programmes and public/healthcare professional information): 76.2%
- • Fundraising costs: 17.2%
- • Operational and administrative costs: 6.6%
How many research projects are supported each year?
In 2024, 332 research projects were supported thanks to the funds raised by Fondation ARC. Each project brings us one step closer to beating cancer.
What are the main areas of scientific spending?
In 2024, the Foundation allocated over €33 million to cancer research, distributed across the following priorities:
- Supporting talendted researchers : 27%
- Fundamental research: 35 %
- Innovation transfer: 3 %
- Precision Medicine : 2%
- Immunotherapy: 12 %
- Priority areas (Pancreatic cancer, Cancer & ageing): 20 %
- Others areas: 1 %
How many donors support cancer research through the Fondation ARC ?
In 2024, 160,000 chose Fondation ARC to support cancer research. We are incredibly grateful for every single contribution.
How does Fondation ARC ensure donations and legacies are used properly?
Through external audits and annual certification by independent auditors. Furthermore, Fondation ARC has been a member of Don en Confiance(the French equivalent of the Fundraising Regulator) since 1999. We have renewed our accreditation every year since then, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to the highest standards of transparency and accountability.
Are Fondation ARC's accounts publicly available?
Yes! We believe in complete transparency. You can download our accounts summary with a single click here.We want you to see exactly how your support is making a difference.
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