Research Charities That specialise in Science
Discover 2,145 Research charities that specialise in science. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust
Animals, Charitable activities, ResearchEstablished in response to widespread concern about the viability and long-term survival of the traditional Dartmoor Heritage pony on Dartmoor. We provide: direct grants to breeders and keepers, grazing on Bellever, organisation of multi-year scientific studies, educational walks and talks on Heritage Ponies, advocacy for Heritage Ponies breeders. In addition we promote sale of Heritage Ponies.
The Cobweb Orchestra
Arts, ResearchThe Cobweb Orchestra operates as a community orchestra for all abilities and ages. The Cobweb Orchestra aims to advance, improve, develop and maintain public eduction in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects.
British Society For Population Studies
Heritage, ResearchTo further the scientific study of biological, economic, historical, medical, social and other problems associated with human populations & to contribute to public awareness of these issues. Organises day meetings, workshops & an annual conference.
Science Creates Outreach
Education, ResearchThe advancement of education in science, technology, engineering, arts, maths, business, innovation and entrepreneurship; and the promotion of public awareness, understanding, appreciation and engagement with science, technology, engineering, arts and maths. Provision of workshops, courses, work experience, internships and other facilities, equipment and services.
City Of London Choir
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects are to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in the appreciation of the art and science of choral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public choral concerts and by such other ways as the trustees shall determine from time to time, primarily in and around the City of London.
The Amersham Festival Society
Arts, Education, ResearchThe objective of the society is to promote and educate the public in the art and science of music by the presentation of concerts in the area. We also try to encourage young musicians to further their studies by offering bursaries to young students studying music.
Vascular Access Society Of Britain & Ireland
ResearchThis society holds an annual scientific meeting promoting medical care in the field of dialysis and vascular access. Our income is through membership fees, the cost of attendance at our annual conference and through sponsorship by medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Our annual outgoings currently are related to the running of the annual conference
Salisbury Musical Society
Arts, Religion, ResearchThe charity aims to educate the public in the arts and science of music by performing choral concerts of high standard with soloists of national standing. It is a mixed choir of about 144 voices and performs major works from the choral scene, from traditional classical to modern. Most of its concerts are in Salisbury Cathedral but occasionally it combines with other choirs and performs abroad
The Oxford Bus Museum Trust Limited
Heritage, ResearchMAINTAINING FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC A MUSEUM OF TRANSPORT CONTAINING VINTAGE BUSES, MORRIS CARS AND BICYCLES. MAINTAINING VEHICLES IN RUNNING ORDER AND RESTORING ACQUIRED VEHICLES. PROMOTING THE PERMANENT PRESERVATION OF BUSES AND OTHER VEHICLES OF LOCAL INTEREST, OF ACTUAL OR POTENTIAL HISTORIC OR SCIENTIFIC INTEREST AND EDUCATIONAL VALUE.
Heydays Pre-School
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Facilities, ResearchActivities are planned to meet the Early Years Foundation Stage Guidelines. The areas within this are:Personal, Social and Emotional.Communication and Language.Literacy.Mathematics.Understanding the world.Physical.Expressive Arts and design.
European Society Of Ophthalmic Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery (esoprs)
Health, ResearchTo advance the science and art of ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery and to improve the practice and teaching of this subject in Europe and to raise sufficient funds to make fellowship grants.
Ampthill Cultural Events
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchOur activities are to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music and the arts in all their aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public events and by such other ways as the CIO through its trustees shall determine from time to time.
Wash Wader Research Group
Beneficiary group, ResearchScientific monitoring of wild bird populations that use The Wash estuary, with the aim of improving our understanding of the habitats, food supply and migration patterns. We train people in the UK and elsewhere in the safe catching and monitoring of waders, we manufacture and supply specialist equipment and we educate the public in our activities.
Berkhamsted Choral Society
Arts, ResearchTo educate the public in the arts and sciences, and in particular the art and science of music in the presentation of concerts and other activities. We are a non-auditioning choir based in Berkhamsted, Herts, that rehearses weekly throughout the year, and gives three or more concerts annually
Sheffield Environmental Movement
Animals, Arts, Health, Heritage, ResearchGuided nature health walks; Environmental Pottery to improve mental health; Coarse Fishing to improve psychological wellbeing; Environmental Photography to learn about landscapes; Foraging for wild plants to learn about history/uses; Horse riding as complementary psychological therapy; cycling for exercise/wellbeing; Farm visits and;Open Air Laboratories (OPAL) Explore Nature - citizen science
Croydon Natural History And Scientific Society Limited
Arts, Heritage, ResearchLecture meetings, field meetings. Running a library and a museum. Publishing a journal.
Lincolnshire North Federation Of Womens Institutes
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Leisure, Research, SocietyTo improve the quality of life for women and their families, through lifelong learning. To advance the education of women relating to citizenship and public issues at local, national and international level. Offer a wide range of learning opportunities and encourage members to adopt healthier and sustainable life styles by supporting leisure activities, the sciences and combined arts.
The Steam Tug Kerne Preservation Society Limited
Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote for the benefit of the public the preservation and maintenance of the historic steam tug KerneTo advance the education of the public in the science, technology and use of steam power in general and its application to marine in particular
Friends Of Rcsi
Associations, Health, ResearchTo further the charitable purpose to advance education in medicine and health sciences including surgical science, funding is provided for research and other educational activities in the programmes of RCSI. This benefits the public in the treatment of various illnesses and medical conditions, particularly through the high level training and skills development of health professionals.
Waves Additional Needs Support Group
Arts, Leisure, ResearchWAVES provides a variety of indoor/outdoor activities suitable for a range of ages (0-25yrs).We have sports, bikes, scooters, cookery, independence training, crafts, hair and beauty, consoles, holistic therapies, a chill room, music, dance, yoga, dance and general fitness activities. We also offer swimming, seasonal parties, special events and activities concerning science/skills and nature.
The Harrison Zoological Museum Trust
Environment, Heritage, ResearchThe Harrison Zoological Museum Trust is a registered scientific institution (CITES No. GB010), which promotes biodiversity conservation and environmental protection, primarily in the Palaeotropics and subtropics, through research, capacity building and working with local communities.
First Church Of Christ Scientist, York, England
Religion, ResearchWe are a church, holding church services and other associated activites
The Peter Jost Charitable Foundation
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchAdvancement of public education and knowledge in science and technology through teaching and research, particularly advancement of public education and the increase of public knowledge in tribology. Also, advancement of medical education and research and the relief of suffering, resulting from both physical and mental illness and its effects.
The Darwin Centre For Biology And Medicine
Beneficiary group, ResearchtO PRESENT AN ANNUAL PROGRAMME OF SCIENCE ACTIVITIES, WORKSHOPS & LECTURES WITH THE AIM OF ENGAGING YOUNG PEOPLE AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY IN SCIENCE.
London Philharmonic Choir
Arts, Researchto promote, improve, develop and maintain education in the appreciation of the art and science of music by the presentation of public concerts.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many science research charities are there in the UK?
There are 2,145 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 £6.7bn 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 £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.