Kidney Research UK
Also known as: National Kidney Research Fund Limited, The National Kidney Research Fund, Kidney Research
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
Activities & Mission
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
Grants
Kidney Research UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £7,747,298
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training and 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 | £14,487,009 | £16,036,978 | £12,466,300 | £12,440,037 | £2,711,456 | 94 / 445 |
| 2024 | £13,561,301 | £14,398,297 | £11,475,500 | £13,576,249 | £2,524,621 | 85 / 278 |
| 2023 | £14,490,766 | £14,596,993 | £11,615,587 | £13,756,550 | £2,496,000 | 72 / 320 |
| 2022 | £12,773,000 | £9,613,000 | £7,437,000 | £13,863,000 | £3,208,000 | 56 / 352 |
| 2021 | £6,951,000 | £5,876,000 | £4,093,000 | £9,960,000 | £4,476,000 | 60 / 385 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Kidney Research UK
What does Kidney Research UK do?
To fund and deliver life-saving research into kidney diseases. To improve treatments for people with kidney diseases and enhance their quality of life and to increase awareness of kidney health.
How much income did Kidney Research UK report in 2025?
Kidney Research UK reported total income of £14.49m and reported expenditure of £16.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Kidney Research UK registered as a charity?
Kidney Research UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 July 1967 as charity number 252892. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs Kidney Research UK?
Kidney Research UK is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Kidney Research UK operate?
Kidney Research UK operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Kidney Research UK a registered charity?
Yes — Kidney Research UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 252892.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- National Kidney Research Fund Limited
- The National Kidney Research Fund
- Kidney Research
- Kidney Research UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated