Research Charities That specialise in Science
Discover 2,145 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.
Christians In Science
Arts, ResearchOrganising national and regional conferences; publication of a learned journal and a regular newsletter; provision of web-based and printed resources; provision of speakers for events in the general area of science and religion; responding to queries and questions from the media and from the wider public: collaboration with other charities working in related areas
British Society For Ecological Medicine
ResearchThe BSEM promotes the study and good practice of allergy, environmental and nutritional medicine for the benefit of the public and supports doctors who use the insights of ecological medicine to help patients. The society trains doctors and eligible health practitioners, organises scientific conferences and provides information for doctors and patients
European Academy Of Optometry And Optics
Education, Health, ResearchThe Academy is a young organisation that is working to provide a much needed voice to help advance the profession, develop the scientific knowledge base and support and promote lifelong learning for optometrists, opticians, vision scientists and all those involved in eye health care across Europe.
Leeds Philharmonic Society (cio)
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects of the Society are: - to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education inand appreciation of the art and science of choral and orchestral music in all its aspects by thepresentation of public choral and/or orchestral concerts and by such other means as theSociety's Charity Trustees may determine from time to time.
Cure Myotonic Dystrophy UK Charity (cdm)
Beneficiary group, ResearchPreserve and protect good health among, and relieve the needs of, people living with Myotonic Dystrophy, their families and carers, in particular but not exclusively by: (a) providing information, help and support; (b) making financial donations to support research into Myotonic Dystrophy;(c) raising awareness of Myotonic Dystrophy within the general public, medical and scientific community
Al Hashim Academy
Beneficiary group, Religion, Research? DELIVERS ISLAMIC EDUCATION BY EMPLOYING A FUSION OF MODERN AND TRADITIONAL TEACHING TECHNIQUES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN & ADULTS? WELL STRUCTURED HIFZ PROGRAMME (MEMORISATION OF THE QURAN)? ISLAMIC SCIENCES COURSES FOR ADULTS WHICH DELIVERS A WIDE RANGE OF ISLAMIC SCIENCES? DISSEMINATION OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION & PEDAGOGY? HELPING THE WIDER COMMUNITY AND COMMUNITY COHESION
Llantrisant Male Choir
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchOur objectives are to advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music, in all its aspects, through the presentation of public concerts and recitals.Our particular aim is to preserve the cultural and heritage of Welsh male choral singing through public performances.
The Association For Clinical Genomic Science
ResearchThe promotion, encouragement and advancement of the study and practice of clinical genomic science.The advancement of education, research and innovation in clinical genomic science.The development and promotion of clinical standards in clinical genomic science.
Gemini Untwined
ResearchFunding medical and scientific research into, and treatment of, craniopagus twins and other conditions potentially requiring craniofacial or neurosurgery.
The Selborne Society Limited
Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchTo promote public education and research in natural history and antiquities and to publish the results of that education and research. To preserve and maintain, for the benefit of the public, places of natural beauty, scientific value and antiquarian interest.
Clacton And North East Essex Arts And Literary Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in an appreciation of Science and the Arts, including literature, music and drama. To attract high calibre presentations in the pursuit of excellence as in the Society?s motto ?Praestantiam petimus?. It is also the Trustees? policy to ensure that the presentations are affordable to prospective members.
First Church Of Christ, Scientist, Shipley
Education, ResearchWe hold Church services, teach Sunday School, provide a public Reading Room and hold public lecturesOur church premises are at 41 Bradford Road, Shipley, BD18 3DS, West Yorkshire
The Green's Windmill Trust
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Facilities, ResearchTo advance public education by preserving the Green's Mill and Science Centre for the benefit of the publicThe advancement of heritage for the public benefit by promoting the charitable work of the TrustTo operate the windmill, Science Centre and community garden, providing educational and family activitiesPromoting the reputation of the mathematical physicist George Green (1793-1841)
Climate Science LTD
Environment, ResearchClimate Science LTD advances education by providing educational resources around solutions to climate change andsustainable development which are easy to read and nicely illustrated but based on and directly referenced to scientific papers.The courses and materials can be accessed via www.climate-science.com or smartphone apps or social media and we produce supplementary materials for teachers
Roper Educational Foundation
ResearchThe management and administration of the Property held by the Trustees, and the application of the income received from such property in accordance with the "Application of Income" conditions referred to in the Scheme (dated 4th May 1964) made by the Secretary of State for Education and Science under Section 18 of the Charities Act 1960.
St Helens U3a
Arts, Education, Heritage, Leisure, Research, Social welfareWe have 43 interest groups including art languages history music poetry and science. Physical activities include badminton, walking dancing and tai chi. The organisation is run entirely by U3A members and the committee of trustees meets monthly. We have a monthly general meetings with a speaker and monthly coffee drop ins. We also organise social events for members.
Antarctic Science Limited
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe charity aims to educate the public about Antarctica and its environment by the publication of a scientific journal and by the promotion, support and dissemination of research. It also provides small grants to young scientific researchers from around the world to assist in their career development.
Midland Institute Of Mining Engineers
Professions, ResearchTHE ADVANCEMENT IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST OF THE ENGINEERING, SCIENCE AND PRACTICE OF THE EXTRACTION AND PROCESSING OF NATURAL RESOURCES, AND THE EDUCATION OF THOSE INVOLVED IN SUCH ACTIVITIES AND OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
Manchester Medical Society
Leisure, ResearchThe cultivation and promotion of all branches of medicine and of all related sciences through a comprehensive programme of scientific meetings and seminars which coincide with the academic year.
The British Flute Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo advance the education of the public in the art science of music and in particular the art and science of flute playing in all its aspects by such ways as the Charity through the charity's trustees shall determine from time to time.
Xl Wales
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, ResearchAn educational charity and social enterprise operating across South and West Wales. Delivering innovative and motivational activities in schools and community venues. Concentrating on promoting subject skills in science, design, technology, maths and ICT in primary school children, young people and adults. This is achieved by utilising fun, exciting, interactive and hands-on practical challenges.
The Foulkes Foundation
ResearchThe objectives of the Foundation continue to be to promote medical research and the training of scientists and others to study medicine by providing financial support for postdoctoral science graduates who need a medical degree before they can undertake medical research, and similarly for medical graduates who need a science Phd degree.
The College Of Clinical Perfusion Scientists Of Great Britain And Ireland
Education, ResearchThe College is the professional governing body for Clinical Perfusion Scientists in Great Britain and Ireland. It holds the register and works to ensure that all registered Clinical Perfusion Scientists are fit to practice and uphold the standards and codes of conduct and ethics. It manages all matters of training and education as well as assessment and accreditation of perfusion centres.
Teesside Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyTo advance the education of women in all areas including local, national and international issues of political and social importance, music, drama, other cultural subjects, all branches of agriculture, crafts, home economics, science, health, social welfare, to promote sustainable development, to advance citizenship for the public benefit by the promotion of civic responsibility and volunteering.
British Cattle Breeders Club Limited
Arts, Economic and community development, Education, ResearchThe charity aims to link practical cattle breeding with science, to improve the quality and productivity of cattle breeding to benefit UK dairy and beef production by means of a conference, farm walks and publications. Publications are circulated to members, sections of the agricultural industry and the libraries of the Universities and Agricultural Colleges as well as published on the web.
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.