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Research Charities That specialise in Philosophy

Discover 64 Research charities that specialise in philosophy. Use the search below to filter within these results.

64
Charities
£3,871,727,922
Total Income
£3,346,351
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

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Bhagwan Valmik Sabha Bedford

Economic and community development, Research, Social welfare

The Charity has acted to advance the philosophy of Bhagwan Valmiki Ji in Bedfordshire and its environs and where appropriate internationally through religious ceremony and academic study and presentation. The Charity has also acted with efforts to relieve sickness and poverty where considered appropriate by the donation of funds to charitable organisations and to the Government of the UK.

Latest Income: £129,587
Areas of Operation: Bedford
Status: Registered
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Life Education (bradford) Limited

Beneficiary group, Education, Research, Social welfare

Promoting the importance of healthy life choices for children during their formative years of primary school education, including the dangers of drugs.Promoting our SCARF philosophy: Safety, Caring, Achievement, Resilience, Friendship, to help children meet the challenges of the modern world.Promoting healthy relationships and cyber security.

Latest Income: £121,681
Areas of Operation: Bradford City
Status: Registered
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The British Society For The History Of Science

Heritage, Research

The society promotes and furthers the study of the history and philosophy of science through providing facilities, arranging meetings, promoting research and the publication of papers.

Latest Income: £121,044
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Brahmin Society North London

Leisure, Religion, Research

1. To provide means and facilities for education, religious, cultural and recreational activities.2. To support other charities and institutions having objects similar to those of BSNL provided they are not of a political nature.3. To promote activities pertaining to the philosophy of the Hindu religion amongst the people of Greater London4. To promote participation in healthy recreation.

Latest Income: £120,765
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Wargrave Preschool

Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, Research

Wargrave Pre-School is dedicated to the philosophy of learning through play and encourages children to learn in an enjoyable and stimulating environment. Our curriculum is planned in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage as outlined by the Government's Department of Education.

Latest Income: £113,980
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Hindu Temple Bristol

Arts, Charity and VCS support, Education, Religion, Research

The main objective of the Charity is to promote the culture and philosophy of the Hindu faith to its members and the community at large.Main activities are:* Organisation of events based around religious festivals* Raising funds and donations from the members and the community at large for the upkeep of the charity* work with schools to improve understanding of Hindu culture & faith

Latest Income: £106,695
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Hindu Cultural Society

Beneficiary group, Leisure, Religion, Research, Social welfare, Society

We organise cultural and religious events, with occasional talks on Hindu philosophy for the Asian community, especially elderly folks who mostly live a very deprived and isolated life. We also arrange "tabla classes" and yoga sessions for our younger group.Offer cultural activities to Hindu Community, promote equality and diversity, organise Diwali cultural celebrations for Stoke City Council.

Latest Income: £99,443
Areas of Operation: Staffordshire
Status: Registered
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Sri Guru Ravidass Sabha (medway)

Arts, Religion, Research

TO ADVANCE AND SPREAD THE RAVIDASSIA FAITH BY: ENCOURAGING THE COMMUNITY TO STRICTLY FOLLOW THE TEACHINGS AND PHILOSOPHY OF SHRI GURU RAVIDASS JI; UNDERTAKING TO PUBLISH AND CIRCULATE LITERATURE ON THE LIFE, TEACHINGS AND PHILOSOPHY OF SHRI GURU RAVIDASS JI AN SUPPORT PUBLICATIONS WHICH PUBLISH AND CIRCULATE LITERATURE ON THE LIFE TEACHING OF SHRI GURU RAVIDASS JI.

Latest Income: £86,622
Areas of Operation: Medway
Status: Registered
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Faculty Of The History Of Medicine And Pharmacy Of The Worshipful Society Of Apothecaries Of London

Heritage, Research

The Faculty organises eponymous lectures, part-time courses in the History of Medicine, a part-time courses in Ethics & the Philosophy of Healthcare, provides funding for undergraduates attending these courses and arranges joint meetings and symposia.

Latest Income: £83,852
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Brahmarishi Mission

Arts, Health, Leisure, Religion, Research

provide vedic knowlededge, yoga and meditation, perform rituals and celebration of Cultural festivals. help people in religious understanding and preaching philosophy of Yoga. We teach languages Hindi and sanskrit also recitation classes for bhagwad gita, ramayan and upnishdas are held on weekdays and sundays.

Latest Income: £74,244
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Bournemouth U3a

Arts, Education, Heritage, Leisure, Research

The charity recruits tutors to lead groups to discuss or participate in a wide variety of topics and activities. We provide venues for about 100 classes ranging from academic subjects such as languages, literature, writing, philosophy and history to more active pursuits such as tennis, badminton, dancing, cycling, walking and keep-fit exercising, music and drama.

Latest Income: £74,052
Areas of Operation: Bournemouth
Status: Registered
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The Raghuvanshi Association

Religion, Research

CHARITY IS TO ADVANCE THE HINDU RELIGION BY PROMOTING THE STUDY OF ITS PHILOSOPHY, BELIEFS AND MORALITY AND TO ACT AS AN HINDU CHARITABLE FOUNDATION IN ASSISTING PEOPLE OF HINDU AND OTHER FAITHS WHO IN NEED.

Latest Income: £64,923
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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The Temenos Academy

Research

To advance education by the provision of educational facilities to the public in the general context of the humanities with a particular emphasis on the study of philosophy and the arts in the context of the world's major religious and spiritual traditions.

Latest Income: £63,239
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Sri Guru Nanak Sikh Temple (armley) Leeds

Beneficiary group, Religion, Research

Our charity provides an informative and social purpose. It provides a focus point for many of the congregation, who are elderly and have no other source of communal information. It provides information which is religious, being the only local source which is Sikh related. It teaches the philosophy behind the Sikh religion.

Latest Income: £59,605
Areas of Operation: Leeds City
Status: Registered
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Sree Narayana Guru Mission Of The UK

Research

TO ADVANCE SREE NARAYANA DHARMA- (Services for the benefit of the community by promoting social, welfare, cultural and educational services underpinned by Sree Narayana Guru philosophy of human unity without distinction of caste, race, creed or religion).

Latest Income: £56,557
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Maharishi Valmik Sabha Coventry (england) Trust

Religion, Research, Social welfare

The charity has acted to advance the teachings and philosophy of Maharishi Guru Valmik Ji, through religious teachings, activities and events . The Jagat Guru Maharishi Valmik Temple Coventry is a place of worship serving the community. The charity has also acted with efforts to relieve sickness and poverty where considered appropriate by the donation of funds to charitable organisations.

Latest Income: £55,595
Areas of Operation: Coventry City
Status: Registered
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Muslim Association Of Bradford

Religion, Research

The advancement and propagation of the Islamic religion and philosophy. Awareness of Islam to Muslims and non Muslims.

Latest Income: £48,316
Areas of Operation: Bradford City
Status: Registered
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Chalfont St Peter Youth Centre

Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Facilities, Research

We are a community youth centre run by local volunteers for school years 7-11. We provide a safe environment for young people to meet, where they can enjoy a range of open and structured youth activities.We are the only independent youth centre in Chalfont St Peter whose youth work is delivered solely by volunteers. We totally embrace and are committed to the philosophy of "Every Child Matters".

Latest Income: £43,106
Areas of Operation: Buckinghamshire
Status: Registered
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British Society For The History Of Philosophy

Education, Heritage, Research

Promoting research, scholarship and public interest in the history of philosophy.

Latest Income: £37,538
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Sat Kaival Circle

Religion, Research

a.To promote the teachings of HIS DIVINE SHREEMAT KARUNASAGAR'S philosophy on Hindu religionb.To advance education and understanding concerning aspects of Hindu religion

Latest Income: £27,781
Areas of Operation: Leicestershire
Status: Registered
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The Anglo-Hellenic League

Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfare

Advancement of the education of the public in the science, art, literature, music, history, economics, philosophy, culture, way of life and other recognised subjects of the academic study of Greece.The relief of poverty and sickness with particular regard to persons who have suffered as a result of disasters whether in the United Kingdom or in Greece or elsewhere.

Latest Income: £22,409
Areas of Operation: Greece
Status: Registered
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The Lam Rim Bristol Trust

Health, Religion, Research

The Lam Rim Bristol Trust seeks to reduce the suffering of all beings through the provision of a quiet Centre for meditation and reflection, with guidance in Buddhist philosophy and practice. Through support of the ordained community, there is mutual benefit for lay people and monks and nuns. The centre is supported holistically by an Alternative Health Centre.

Latest Income: £22,237
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Ealing Yoga, Meditation And Philosophy Centre

Arts, Health, Leisure, Research

The Charity, based in Ealing, runs weekly classes in yoga, breath, relaxation, meditation and philosophy. It holds occasional retreats, distributing books, yoga materials and other publications. The Centre respects all faiths and religions. It aims at a practical blend of the philosophy and psychology of both the traditional East and the modern West.

Latest Income: £21,597
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Heatons-Reddish Group U3a

Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, Leisure, Research

Classes in Architecture, Art, Bird Watching, Current Affairs, Crafts, Drama, Family History, Gardening, Heritage, Line Dancing, Literature, Music Appreciation, Play Reading, Poetry, Science, Singing, Ukulele, Walking, Writing; theatre visits and interest holidays, Philosophy, Conversational Spanish.

Latest Income: £21,181
Areas of Operation: Stockport
Status: Registered
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Tintagel House (sheffield) LTD

Arts, Charitable activities, Research

Delivering:- an educational programme of events inspired by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, known as Authroposophy - study groups , workshops, festivals, and conferences. A lending library and bookstall. Advice and information for individuals and initiatives. Granting of loans and donations to individuals and institutions working out of the same impulse.

Latest Income: £17,593
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many philosophy research charities are there in the UK?

There are 64 registered philosophy research charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the philosophy research charities by income?

Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of philosophy research charities?

Philosophy research charities reported a combined annual income of £3.9bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for philosophy research charities?

Across all philosophy research charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of philosophy research charities?

Philosophy research charities have an average annual income of £3.3m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.