Research Charities That specialise in Philosophy
Discover 262 Research charities that specialise in philosophy. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Steiner Friends
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Leisure, ResearchThe provision of educational courses and learning seminars, with opportunities for indoor and outdoor activities, based on the ethos of Rudolf Steiner. Subjects include agriculture, horticulture, anthroposophy, a range of well-being therapies, art and philosophy, care for people with learning disabilities.
Kala Naag Sangeet Sitariya Mata
Arts, Heritage, ResearchTo promote understanding and appreciation of Indian classical music - i.e. sitar, sursinghar, rudhra vena - and the history and philosophy behind it, by lecturing, teaching and performing; and also to foster tolerance and harmony throughout society.
Sarada Vedanta Centre
Arts, Beneficiary group, Health, ResearchWe run meditation classes and give occasional talks, mainly in the West Midlands area and in Coventry. We also have a small library of books available for loan, on Indian philosophy.In 2008 we hosted another visit by an Indian female monastic teacher who led workshops in Coventry, Manchester and London.
William Penny Brookes Foundation
Beneficiary group, Health, Leisure, ResearchTo promote, invest in and celebrate the William Penny Brookes philosophy in order to:Inspire young people to participate in a lifetime of sporting and cultural activity;Create a living legacy and encourage community cohesion;Contribute to the betterment of good health and wellbeing of people throughout the UK;Deliver tangible and measurable sporting and cultural benefit to Much Wenlock.
The Primordial Foundation
ResearchOur current project ("The Primordial Wisdom Project") has been funded by a benefactor in the USA and is being led by one of the world's leading authorities on the pre-Socratic Greek philosophers. It aims to make the teachings of the pre-Socratics more widely accessible through worldwide research and collaboration with scholars, students, spiritual leaders and seekers.
Newcastle Philosophy Society
ResearchThe Newcastle Philosophy Society runs a number of regular events including lectures and conversation groups. The Newcastle Philosophy Society also works in conjunction with other local organisations to run one-off events including lectures and conversation groups. We have finances available for others wishing to pursue the running of such events.
The Inflexion Foundation
Beneficiary group, Research, Social welfareThe Inflexion Foundation supports a range of charitable causes, especially organisations that have a substantial impact on positive outcomes and opportunities for disadvantaged young people. The Foundation's philanthropic philosophy is that real societal benefit can be achieved by improving the prospects of young people, who can then make their own positive contribution in their communities.
The Dr Simon Waterworth Scholarships Fund
Education, Health, ResearchThe advancement of science for the public benefit by providing funding to students undertaking studies at The University of Leeds to obtain a doctorate Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry or similar scientific studies. Also, funding the carrying out of medical research at St James University Hospital Leeds, the useful result of which will be published.
Polish Studies Foundation
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchThe objectives of the charity are to advance education of the public in, and support the academic study of, the history, literature, language, politics, economy, law, society, religion, philosophy and culture of Poland, and other areas of interest relating to Poland and its historical region.
Humanitas Foundation
Religion, Research, SocietyTo support educational needs to various organisationsTo support inter faith understandingTo propagate Sikh values and philosophy
Sri Gnanananda Giri Peetam
Religion, ResearchTo advance core values of Hinduism for the benefit of the public in accordance with the teachings of HH Sri Paramahamsa Parivrachakacharya Varya Sri Gnanananda Giri Swamigal. The organisation, under the divine leadership of HH Pujysri Niranjanananda Giri Swamigal, the current Pontiff, will spread the true essence of Hinduism: Advaita Philosophy, Universal Oneness, Love and Compassion.
Siri Guru Singh Sabha, Croydon
Heritage, Religion, ResearchA Sikh place of worship providing daily religious services, conducting birth naming, marriages, funerals, initiations, serving langar (communal kitchen), teaching of Punjabi, delivering lectures on the Sikh faith, philosophy, history and way of life.