Research Charities That specialise in Philosophy
Discover 240 Research charities that specialise in philosophy. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Surrey Hindu Cultural Association, (shca)
Associations, Education, Health, Leisure, Religion, Research, Social welfareThe key activities of SHCA include, provision?of a common?place?of?worship, organising Yoga and Meditation workshops, spread awareness of health and well-being, povision?of facilities?for?religious?functions and activities, provide a common?place?for?educational?and?social activities and a detailed understanding of?the?basic?concept?various?schools?of?Hindu?philosophy
Cowes Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchThe Church provides religious services for public worship, including Spiritual Teaching, Philosophy and Healing together with special services, readings, functions and events throughout the year.
Agora Trust
Charitable activities, Researchadvancing the education of the public in general (and particularly among academics and students) on the subjects of philosophy, politics, and religion in their interrelations; organizing conferences to this end and promoting research for the public benefit in all aspects of these subjects
Nottingham Spiritualist Church
Religion, Research"The aim of Spiritualism is to effect an at-one-ment and unison of Humanity with God until every action and thought of Humanity is in perfect harmony with the Divine Will."We do this by prayer, philosophy and communication with the spirit world.
Belper Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchThe church provides religious services for public worship, including the dissemination of Spiritualist teaching and philosophy, together with special services throughout the year, along with events and functions.
Billingham Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchThe Charity is a Church whose objective is to promote the Religion and Religious Philosophy of Spiritualism as based upon our religions 7 Principles of Spiritualism. We hold 2 weekly public services including a Sunday Divine Service. Our services provide Spiritual Healing, Philosophy and demonstrations of Mediumship. Other services we can provide are Weddings, Funerals and Naming Ceremonies.
Bournemouth Church Of Religious Science
Religion, ResearchOur mission revolves around teaching and promoting a spiritual way of life throughout the UK and beyond. The basis of which are the works of Dr Ernest Holmes and the Science of Mind philosophy.In order to promote these teachings we facilitate activities such as internet classes and workshops.
The Alcester U3a
Arts, Education, Leisure, ResearchA WIDE SCOPE OF INTELLECTUAL, RECREATIONAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES FOR RETIRED MEN AND WOMEN. E.G. WALKING, KEEP-FIT, MUSIC APPRECIATION, POETRY, PHILOSOPHY, ART E.T.C.
Ossett Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchThe church provides religious services for public worship including the dissemination of Spiritualist teachings and philosophy, together with special services throughout the year, along with events and functions.
Wombwell Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchWE ARE A SPIRITUALIST NATIONAL UNION CHURCH WHICH PROMOTES THE RELIGIOUS PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION OF SPIRITUALISM.
Aqs Academy
Beneficiary group, Education, Research, Social welfareOur Academy aims to provide gifted children from disadvantaged backgrounds access to resources, knowledge and experience, through educational content and mentorship. Our educational philosophy is one that combines traditional school studies support along with a wider curriculum to develop our students character, critical thinking and empathy for the wider society.
Broadgate National Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchProvision of religious services for public worship including dissemination of Spiritualist teaching and philosophy, freely open to all on Thursdays, with special services throughout the year. The conducting of religious ceremonies such as weddings, funerals and namings. The provision and maintenance of a building for religious practice, including spiritual healing, and related group activities.
Philosophy Of Physics Society
Arts, ResearchThe Philosophy of Physics society advances education and research for the public benefit in the field of philosophy of physics by maintaining the academic, open-access journal Philosophy of Physics.
British Philosophical Association
Education, ResearchThe BPA seeks to:Promote the study of Philosophy particularly within higher and secondary education, but also within the wider communityAssist professional philosophers in carrying out their teaching, scholarship and research in PhilosophyFoster interest in, and appreciation of Philosophy in the wider communityExpress the views of the community of professional philosophers in Britain
Inspiration Incubator
Charitable activities, ResearchThe provision advancement of charitable objects or purposes anywhere in the world, including the provision of grants and other financial aid to organisations and individuals working on grass roots projects that benefit the environment, community building and societal awareness, especially through creative endeavours, the arts and philosophy.
The Centre For Critical Realism
ResearchTo promote and develop the philosophy of Critical Realism
The Bakewell Area U3a
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Health, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchTopics covered include: A Passion for Churches, Astrology, Art, Book Reading, Bowling, Bridge, Contemporary Social Issues, Cooking by Men, Creative Writing, Current Affairs, Embroiderers, Enjoying Music, Gardening, Genealogy, History,Modern Photography, Opera, Personal Finance, Philosophy, French, Latin, Recorder, Roman Studies, , Spanish, Theatre, Walking, Weekend Lunch Group
20th Stafford (st Bertelin's) Scout Group
Associations, Beneficiary group, ResearchThe charity aims to provide young people a social and understanding of the world through the scout movement philosophy
Bodmin Spiritualist Church
Religion, ResearchOur church holds regular services & meetings which are free to attend & are open to all members of the public.Spiritualist teaching & philosophy during our services provides benefit to all members of our community & promotes positive values & well-being.We hold open days & special events to demonstrate examples of our work & activities.Spiritual Healing is open to all & is freely available.
Morpeth And District U3a
Arts, Education, Researchgeneral interest and educational sub-group activities run on a purely voluntary basis, e.g:philosophy, art appreciation, walking, holiday, reading, languages, music, and many more.
The Friends Of Ruskin's Brantwood
Associations, ResearchThe object of the Friends is to support the work of the Brantwood Trust, by making donations in support of Brantwood's educational work and the buildings preservation. Through a programme of events and study days it seeks to promote public understanding of John Ruskin and his contribution to arts and social philosophy.
West Kent Spiritist Group
ResearchTo promote the advancement of the Spiritist religion in accordance with the Christian principles of the spiritist codification as established by Allan Kardec, through the study of and activities which promote the religion, philosophy and science of spiritism for the greater public benefit.
The Friends Of Cardinal Newman Charitable Trust
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Religion, Researchto disseminate knowledge of the teaching and philosophy of Saint John Henry Newman.to assist in collecting evidence of devotion to Newman for the furtherance of his cause as Doctor of the Church and to raise funds for popular publications, talks and audio-visual aids.
International Vedanta Society
Associations, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, ResearchOur charity advances public education in Vedanta philosophy, teachings, and practices, highlighting the practical applications in daily life. We provide educational programs, workshops, and community activities, promoting ethical living and spiritual growth for the benefit of the public worldwide, in accordance with English law.
The Brightlingsea Spiritualist Movement
Religion, ResearchTo promote and spread the understanding and philosophy of spiritualism in and around Brightlingsea.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many philosophy research charities are there in the UK?
There are 240 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 £6.7bn 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 £2.0m. 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.