Dementia Research UK

The charity provides grants to organisations for research into the treatment and cure of dementia and related diseases.

Activities & Mission

The charity provides grants to organisations for research into the treatment and cure of dementia and related diseases.

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.

Country

Northern Ireland Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£947,406

Latest Expenditure

£1,051,675

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 85.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 77.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 25.4%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £947,406

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £0

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £810,160

Raising Funds £241,515

Governance £25,285

Grants to Institutions £357,500

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£947,406	£1,051,675	£810,160	£498,203	£359,894	2 / 5
2023	£1,048,256	£889,300	£675,591	£464,163	£464,000	2 / 6
2022	£597,701	£529,899	£385,324	£305,207	£305,207	0 / 5
2021	£691,267	£463,907	£303,533	£237,405	£237,405	0 / 5
2020	£295,227	£290,164				0 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dementia Research UK

What does Dementia Research UK do?

The charity provides grants to organisations for research into the treatment and cure of dementia and related diseases.

How much income did Dementia Research UK report in 2024?

Dementia Research UK reported total income of £947k and reported expenditure of £1.05m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dementia Research UK registered as a charity?

Dementia Research UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 2013 as charity number 1154143. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs Dementia Research UK?

Dementia Research UK 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 Dementia Research UK operate?

Dementia Research UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Dementia Research UK a registered charity?

Yes — Dementia Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1154143.