Medical Research Foundation
Also known as: Mrf, Medical Research UK
To promote medical research anywhere in the world, and in particular to support research training, public engagement with research and the dissemination of research results for the improvement of human health.
Activities & Mission
To promote medical research anywhere in the world, and in particular to support research training, public engagement with research and the dissemination of research results for the improvement of human health.
Grants
Medical Research Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £8,873,000
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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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
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 | £3,743,220 | £11,044,037 | £9,638,251 | £61,018,614 | £9,700,000 | 34 / 5 |
| 2024 | £4,779,381 | £9,086,563 | £8,089,183 | £69,409,854 | £11,100,000 | 32 / 8 |
| 2023 | £5,055,874 | £8,692,870 | £7,670,590 | £66,442,763 | £9,400,000 | 31 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,708,928 | £9,649,210 | £8,752,611 | £73,407,602 | £9,218,759 | 30 / 8 |
| 2021 | £3,305,609 | £4,089,179 | £3,435,647 | £71,223,504 | £9,196,429 | 23 / 6 |
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Frequently asked questions about Medical Research Foundation
What does Medical Research Foundation do?
To promote medical research anywhere in the world, and in particular to support research training, public engagement with research and the dissemination of research results for the improvement of human health.
How much income did Medical Research Foundation report in 2025?
Medical Research Foundation reported total income of £3.74m and reported expenditure of £11.04m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Medical Research Foundation registered as a charity?
Medical Research Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 September 2010 as charity number 1138223. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Medical Research Foundation?
Medical Research Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Paul Moss OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Medical Research Foundation operate?
Medical Research Foundation operates across 9 areas, including Ethiopia, Northern Ireland, Norway and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Medical Research Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Medical Research Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1138223.
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Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- Mrf
- Medical Research UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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