Research Charities That specialise in Science
Discover 804 Research charities that specialise in science. 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.
The West Herts And Watford Postgraduate Medical Centre Trust
ResearchThe objects of the charity are the advancement of the education and training of graduates in medicine,related arts and sciences,the promotion of medical research and the publication of the results of such research.The charity runs lunchtime meetings,full day education courses and clinical examinations at appropriate levels for both undergraduate and postgraduate doctors.
Christian Science Nursing Agency LTD
Health, ResearchTemporarily not active
The Thomas Latimer Cleave Memorial Trust
Charitable activities, Education, ResearchAdvancement of education and in furtherance thereof to provide prizes, awards, scholarships and grants to students of food science subjects.
The Bayswater Institute
Charitable activities, ResearchAdvances public education and research in the social sciences, in knowledge and understanding of the means of achieving organisational and institutional well being through the integration of human and social considerations with economic and technical ones in the design and development of work organisations and other institutions.
British Youth Band Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, ResearchTo educate the public in the arts and sciences and in particular the art and science of music in relation to Youth Bands.
Lion Salt Works Trust
Heritage, ResearchSupport of a restored industrial heritage working museum at the site of the Lion Salt Works in Marston, Northwich, which was the last working open pan salt works in the UK and is now a scheduled monument. Also education by the interpretation of the history of the site and former proprietors, the heritage of salt making in Cheshire and elsewhere, the science of salt and related products.
The John Campbell Trust
Charitable activities, ResearchThe John Campbell Trust makes small grants to students of Information Science and to information professionals, to support projects or travel which will benefit the individuals and the profession.
Bath Baroque Limited
Arts, Education, ResearchThe objects of the charity are advancement of education in the art and science of musicians and in particular to 1) provide specialist tuition and performance for young musicians in the field of authentic performance practice; and 2) to provide bursaries to assist in the purchase of instruments for young musicians. All are undertaken to further our charitable purposes for the public benefit.
Schools Of Science And Art (sale Proceeds)
Education, ResearchFor the promotion of education in Kendal.
W Lewis Jones Mathematics Trust
Education, ResearchMONETARY PRIZE AWARDED ANNUALLY TO THE OUTSTANDING STUDENT OF MATHEMATICS AT NEATH PORT TALBOT COLLEGE
Cornwood Agricultural And Horticultural Society
Animals, Economic and community development, Leisure, ResearchThe holding of up to 2 shows annually for the exhibiting of sheep, poultry, horses, dogs,horticultural produce, handicraft and domestic science and other rural activities and pursuits for the advancement of agriculture and horticulture in the parish of Cornwood and surrounding area
Window On The World
Economic and community development, Environment, ResearchResearch and provision of renewable energy systems for education and small-scale manufacture (developing world). Providing Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) facilities to education establishments. Working to provide accessible digital tools for learning in communities.
The Apa Educational Trust
ResearchThe Trust was established to advance training and education in the fields of scientific examination and analysis
The British Veterinary Association Trust
Research, Social welfareThe Trust was set up for the advancement of education in veterinary science, but is currently dormant, as the charity relies on donations from BVA.A subsidiary charity, the BVA Staff Benevolent Fund, was set up to help current and ex-BVA employees and dependents in time of financial need.
Risley Moss Action Group
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, ResearchVolunteer group dedicated to support the ranger service at Risley Moss Local Nature Reserve. Lead events held at Risley Moss including walks, talks and craft activities eg building bird feeders and nesting boxes. Risley Moss is one of the few remaining mosslands in Cheshire.It is a Site of Special Scientific interest and a designated Local Nature Reserve.
The Birmingham And Five Counties Architectural Association Trust
Arts, ResearchTHE ADVANCEMENT OF THE ART AND SCIENCE OF ARCHITECTURE WITHIN THE WEST MIDLANDS COVERED BY THE RIBA REGION . ASSISTANCE OF CHARITABLE PROVISION FOR MEMBERS AND FORMER RIBA MEMBERS .GENERAL UPKEEP OF ARCHITECTURAL LIBRARY OF BOOKS AND DRAWINGS .
Three Rivers Music Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts and recitals.
The Pool Of Light Healing Trust
Health, ResearchThe objects of the Trust are the due promotion and funding of the teaching, study and practice of the art and science of spiritual awareness, meditation and healing for all living beings.The Trust will fund various projects for the public benefit as listed in the Trust Deed
Bromsgrove Operatic Society
Arts, ResearchTo help the general public who are interested in the general science of music.
The Beeston And District Pipe Band Society
Arts, ResearchThe Pipe Band Society shall be known by the name of The Beeston & District Pipe Band Society. The objects of the Society shall be to educate the public in the arts and sciences, and in particular the art and science of traditional Scottish Pipe Band music, by the presentation of concerts and other activities in furtherance of the objects.
Fuchs Foundation
Education, ResearchPromotion of the subjects of science and geography through teachers for students in primary and secondary schools. This is done through organising expeditions to the Polar Regions where science projects are carried out in the harshest of conditions.The results are inspired teachers who inspire their students through excellence in classroom teaching.
The Association For Astronomy Education
Charitable activities, Leisure, ResearchThe general aim of the AAE is to promote and advance public education in the science of astronomy and to support the teaching of astronomy to students at all levels of education.
The Grayling Research Trust
Charitable activities, ResearchAwards grants to promote scientific research projects on the biology and conservation of grayling.
L H Gray Memorial Trust
ResearchThe furthering for the benefit of the public the knowledge and understanding of all aspects and all applications of radiation and kindred sciences, and to this end promoting research in and the exchange of knowledge concerning such sciences, by the organisation of conferences, lectures and/or discussions.
Holmesfield Amenity Trust
Heritage, ResearchPromote the permanent preservation for the benefit of the public generally and especially the inhabitants of Holmesfield Derbyshire of land and buildings of beauty or historic interest and as regards land of ecological or other scientific importance within the parish
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many science research charities are there in the UK?
There are 804 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 (£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 science research charities?
Science 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 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 £3.3m. 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.