International Spinal Research Trust

Also known as: Spinal Research

Spinal Research, the UK's leading and most influential spinal cord repair charity, sets the standard for spinal cord research across the world and is at the forefront of developing strategies for repair. With the aid of our nationwide supporters we fund more research than any other charity in the UK and will continue until we find an effective treatment for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£3,951,000

Latest Expenditure

£5,020,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 107.4%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 84.5%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 17.2%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £3,934,000

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £2,000

Investments £15,000

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £4,242,000

Raising Funds £778,000

Governance £86,000

Grants to Institutions £3,880,000

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.

The Commission record shows these related events on the register:

Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Mabel Harper Charitable Trust (organisation 3995323)
Asset transfer in in 2018 — Training the Teachers of Tomorrow Trust (organisation 296443)
Asset transfer in in 2014 — International Spinal Research Trust (organisation 281325)

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£3,951,000	£5,020,000	£4,242,000	£1,118,000	£150,000	13 / 200
2023	£1,658,000	£1,376,000	£781,000	£2,121,000	£135,000	13 / 10
2022	£1,860,000	£1,741,000	£1,301,000	£1,839,000	£595,000	8 / 10
2021	£1,913,000	£1,009,000	£549,000	£1,710,000	£115,000	8 / 10
2020	£1,746,000	£1,623,000	£1,032,000	£780,000	£281,000	8 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about International Spinal Research Trust

What does International Spinal Research Trust do?

How much income did International Spinal Research Trust report in 2024?

International Spinal Research Trust reported total income of £3.95m and reported expenditure of £5.02m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was International Spinal Research Trust registered as a charity?

International Spinal Research Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 February 2013 as charity number 1151015. It has been registered for 13 years.

Who runs International Spinal Research Trust?

International Spinal Research Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tara Howell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does International Spinal Research Trust operate?

International Spinal Research Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is International Spinal Research Trust a registered charity?

Yes — International Spinal Research Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151015.