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Research Charities That specialise in Science

Discover 750 Research charities that specialise in science. Use the search below to filter within these results.

750
Charities
£3,613,502,933
Total Income
£3,771,924
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Wellcome Trust

Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, Research

Wellcome exists to improve health by helping great ideas to thrive.We support researchers, we take on big health challenges, we campaign for better science, and we help everyone get involved with science and health research. We are a politically and financially independent foundation.

Latest Income: £589,458,608
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal Society Of London For Improving Natural Knowledge (commonly Known As The Royal Society)

Charitable activities, Research

The Royal Society has three roles: A learned society; The UK's Academy of Science; And as a funding agency. We- Promote science and its benefits- Recognise excellence in science- Support outstanding science- Provide scientific advice for policy- Foster international and global cooperation- Provide education and public engagement

Latest Income: £157,614,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Royal Horticultural Society

Facilities, Leisure, Research

The RHS was founded in 1804 to inspire passion and excellence in horticulture. We want to enrich everyone's life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place. To achieve our aim we undertake scientific research; provide education, training and horticultural advice; support community horticulture projects; and share our renowned gardens and shows with the public.

Latest Income: £133,675,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The British Academy For The Promotion Of Historical Philosophical And Philological Studies

Heritage, Research

To inspire, recognise and support high achievement in the humanities and social sciences throughout the UK and internationally, and to champion their role and value.

Latest Income: £106,153,895
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Institute Of Physics

Research

Implementation of various projects aimed to promote the advancement and dissemination of a knowledge and education in the science of physics, pure and applied.Communicating importance of physics to all audiences, increasing awareness of and participation in physics.Maintaining and increasing membership.

Latest Income: £85,262,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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John Innes Centre

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Research

An independent, international Centre of excellence in plant science and microbiology. The Centre's mission is:- To generate knowledge of plants and microbes through innovative research- To apply it's knowledge of nature's diversity to benefit agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being- To train scientists for the future- To engage with policy makers and the public

Latest Income: £78,782,050
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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The Corporation Of The Hall Of Arts And Sciences

Heritage, Research

To maintain the Royal Albert Hall, a Grade I listed building of historical and cultural significance and, through its use, to promote the understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of the Arts and Sciences.

Latest Income: £72,117,490
Areas of Operation: City Of Westminster
Status: Registered
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Anthony Nolan

Health, Research

Anthony Nolan saves the lives of people with blood cancer. By growing our register of stem cell donors, conducting research and providing outstanding support to patients, Anthony Nolan cures people's blood cancer and blood disorders. But we need to do more. Without you, there is no cure.

Latest Income: £70,788,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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The Institution Of Engineering And Technology

Charitable activities, Research

Education, policy & awareness activities engage the public in the role of science, engineering & technology in enhancing peoples' lives. IET gathers & distributes knowledge content via a variety of channels to a global audience, drawing on the unique strengths of its membership. Membership & professional development focuses on career long professional development & registration of individuals.

Latest Income: £65,144,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Pirbright Institute

Research

To conduct and promote scientific research on infectious diseases of farm animals, including exotic diseases and to develop appropriate methods for their control; and on matters concerned with animal health and ancillary thereto, and to publish the results of such research.

Latest Income: £52,700,000
Areas of Operation: Surrey
Status: Registered
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National Museum Of Wales

Charitable activities, Heritage, Research

We operate 7 free-entry museums across Wales, plus the National Collections Centre, to further our core objective of 'the advancement of the education of the public' in the fields of science, art, industry, history and culture.

Latest Income: £49,162,000
Areas of Operation: Wales
Status: Registered
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Royal Institute Of British Architects

Research

The objectives of the RIBA, as set out in its Charter, are the Advancement of Architecture and the promotion of the acquiring of knowledge of the Arts and Sciences connected therewith. Its mission is to advance architecture by demonstrating public benefit and promoting excellence in the profession.

Latest Income: £32,357,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Arthritis UK

Charitable activities, Research

The charity funds scientific and medical research into all types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. It is working to take the pain away from sufferers with all forms of arthritis and helping people to remain active. This will be achieved through funding high-quality research, providing services, information and campaigning.The charity's vision is a future free of arthritis.

Latest Income: £30,018,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Lhasa Limited

Charitable activities, Research

The charity promotes public education through the development and use of computer-aided reasoning and information systems in chemistry and the chemistry-related sciences.

Latest Income: £22,568,872
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Chartered Institute Of Building

Charitable activities, Research

The CIOB is governed by Royal Charter with the following objectives - the promotion for the public benefit of the science and practice of building and construction and, the advancement of public education in the science and practice of building and construction including necessary research and the publication thereof.

Latest Income: £17,160,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Enginuity

Research

To promote and advance education, training and skills in science, technology, engineering and manufacturing, and in particular to advance skills in such areas as are or may be in future required by the engineering profession, for the development of: (i) persons employed or intending to be employed in Industry and / or commerce, and (ii) the public generally.

Latest Income: £15,827,500
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Greenpeace Environmental Trust

Environment, Research

The Trust aims to achieve its objectives by funding work that includes education, scientific research, investigations and promoting sustainable development.In the medium to long term we are prioritising work in the areas of Climate change, Forests, and Oceans.We work closely with other Greenpeace entities around the world so as to maximise the impact of our charitable work.

Latest Income: £14,502,714
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Nuffield Foundation

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Research

The advancement of social well being, particularly by scientific research. We do this in two ways: by supporting research, enquiry and innovative development that will contribute to the improvement of policy and practice; and by supporting young people to develop their interest in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).

Latest Income: £14,330,000
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Wild Planet Trust

Environment, Research

The Trust's principal activity during the year was the advancement of scientific knowledge, education and science in accordance with its charitable objectives.

Latest Income: £13,080,731
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Leeds Castle Foundation

Research

The aims and activities of Leeds Castle Foundation are to preserve the Castle, its collections and its grounds for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. Its secondary aim is to provide a location for discussion and debate of medical science, and a forum for the arts. The Castle and its grounds are made available to the general public for 364 days per annum.

Latest Income: £12,693,000
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Marwell Wildlife

Charitable activities, Environment, Heritage, Research

To advance the education of the public and to promote the conservation of biological and other natural resources; in particular by but not limited to the provision of public education, scientific study, and the restoration and maintenance of endangered animals, plants and habitats in both protective and natural environments.

Latest Income: £12,479,648
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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World Cancer Research Fund

Health, Leisure, Research

To raise awareness that the risk of cancer is reduced by healthy food and nutrition, physical activity and weight management.To fund cutting-edge research on how the foods we eat, the amount of physical activity we do and our body weight impact our cancer risk so that our diet and health recommendations for reducing the risk of cancer are based on current science.

Latest Income: £11,937,144
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Council For At-Risk Academics

Beneficiary group, Research

To assist academics who are subject to or at risk of discrimination, persecution, suffering or violence, to relieve needs among them and their dependants so that their abilities can continue to be used for the public benefit; to support academics and their institutions in countries where their work is at risk or compromised, to ensure that they can continue to fulfil their role as educators.

Latest Income: £11,394,058
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Institution Of Chemical Engineers

Research

Promoting and advancing the science of chemical engineering in all its branches, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline for the benefit of society and supporting the professional development of members.

Latest Income: £10,598,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal College Of Pathologists

Charitable activities, Education, Research

The College's mission is to promote excellence in the practice of pathology, and its primary concern is to patients and the public. As indicated in the Royal Charter the aims are to (1) advance the science and practice of pathology (2) further public education in the field of pathology and (3) promote research in pathology and disseminate the results.

Latest Income: £10,515,264
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many science research charities are there in the UK?

There are 750 registered science research charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

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

Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£589.5m). 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 science research charities?

Science research charities reported a combined annual income of £3.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for science research charities?

Across all science 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 science research charities?

Science research charities have an average annual income of £3.8m. 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.