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.
Grants
Dementia Research UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £455,000
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £1,425,720 | £1,263,322 | £948,381 | £702,727 | £522,292 | 3 / 5 |
| 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 |
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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 2025?
Dementia Research UK reported total income of £1.43m and reported expenditure of £1.26m for the financial year ending 2025, 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.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated