Brainwaves Research
Also known as: Brainwaves
BrainWaves is a collaborative research and education program that aims to improve adolescent mental health and wellbeing by conducting large-scale research, providing evidence-based educational resources for schools, and developing effective interventions.
Activities & Mission
BrainWaves is a collaborative research and education program that aims to improve adolescent mental health and wellbeing by conducting large-scale research, providing evidence-based educational resources for schools, and developing effective interventions.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 7% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1354). How is this calculated?
Higher than 49% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £507,750 | £87,944 | £84,108 | £419,806 | £419,806 | 1 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Brainwaves Research
What does Brainwaves Research do?
BrainWaves is a collaborative research and education program that aims to improve adolescent mental health and wellbeing by conducting large-scale research, providing evidence-based educational resources for schools, and developing effective interventions.
How much income did Brainwaves Research report in 2025?
Brainwaves Research reported total income of £508k and reported expenditure of £88k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Brainwaves Research?
Brainwaves Research has a program ratio of 16.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 7% of UK Health charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1354 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Brainwaves Research registered as a charity?
Brainwaves Research was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 May 2025 as charity number 1213437. It has been registered for 1 year.
Who runs Brainwaves Research?
Brainwaves Research is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Brainwaves Research operate?
Brainwaves Research operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Brainwaves Research a registered charity?
Yes — Brainwaves Research is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1213437.
Details
LONDON
SW10 0RJ
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Also Known As
- Brainwaves
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated