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.
Science Of The Soul British Isles
ResearchSpiritual organisation
International Psychoanalytical Association
Health, ResearchTo promote the science of psychoanalysis and to promote education relating thereto
Sangha Tri-National Trust Fund Limited
Environment, ResearchThe objects of the Charity are to promote the conservation of the physical, natural and social environment and to advance education and science in particular through conserving the natural environment and biodoversity of the trans-boundary forest complex called Sangha Tri-National; and, promoting the environmentally sustainable management of the natural resources and eco-development in the region.
Trebah Garden Trust
Charitable activities, Facilities, ResearchTo preserve enhance and re-create for the education and enjoyment of the public the gardens of Trebah, Mawnan Smith, Cornwall, and other such properties for which the Trust may accept responsibility.To promote the education of the public on matters connected with the arts and sciences of garden land.
Bukhman Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Leisure, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfare, SocietyThe Charity will carry out activities for the public benefit to provide relief by such means as are charitable, for children and adults, by the provision of grants in relation to: poverty; education; religion; health or saving lives; citizenship or community development; the arts, culture, heritage or science; amateur sport; human rights; the environment; animal welfare; and rescue services.
European Society For Vascular Surgery
Health, ResearchActivities to relieve sickness and to preserve and protect health by advancing for the public benefit the science and art and research into Vascular disease including (without limitation) vascular surgery.
Beva Limited
Animals, Health, ResearchTo promote the veterinary and allied sciences for the welfare of the horse, and foster the cultural, scientific and professional activities of veterinary surgeons interested in equine practice, teaching and research. To provide education and training, on the health and welfare of the horse through the CharityÔÇÖs meetings, AGM and education programme and to encourage research into equine problems.
The Society For The Study Of Inborn Errors Of Metabolism
Arts, ResearchThe aim of SSIEM is to foster the study of inherited metabolic disorders and related topics by arranging scientific meetings, publications and training. SSIEM is willing to spread interest and study in inborn errors around the world by selectively supporting membership and attendance at conferences from areas where financial resources are more limited.
Carbon Gap LTD
Environment, ResearchCarbon Gap is promoting and advancing the science-based case for carbon removal laid out by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and other respected international scientific bodies, and through this, delivering a fundamental component of the IPCC-recommended mitigation strategy for climate change.
The Landscape Institute
ResearchTo protect, conserve and enhance the natural and built environment for the benefit of the public by promoting the arts and sciences of Landscape Architecture.
The Spectris Foundation
ResearchAdvancing education in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM subjects) inparticular with the aim of increasing diversity in STEM subjects and improving representation of underprivileged students. Operating internationally in the UK, the United States, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany, China, Brazil, South Korea, Japan, India and other jurisdictions in which a grant would be beneficial.
Avra Foundation
Beneficiary group, Health, Research, Social welfareEnvironmental scientific research, conversation of the marine environment, improving healthcare for children with cancer, providing assistance to refugees and those disadvantaged members of society that have been most severely effected by the economic crises in Greece, sponsoring cultural institutions and organisations.
Royal Statistical Society
ResearchThe objects for which the Society is hereby constituted ("the Objects") are for the benefit of the pubic: the advancement of the science of statistics and its applications, and the promotion of the appropriate use and awareness of statistics.
The Linnean Society Of London
Heritage, Leisure, ResearchThe Society's Royal Charter 1802 states the purpose as 'The Cultivation of the Science of Natural History in all its branches'. We have three key charitable activities:1) safeguarding and promoting our heritage collections; 2) advancing scientific knowledge and understanding; 3) engaging the public and educational outreach. Our vision is a world where nature is understood, valued and protected.
Royal Commission For The Exhibition Of 1851
ResearchAwarding Research Fellowships, Industrial Fellowships, Industrial Design Studentships, Fellowships in Design and the Built Environment, Enterprise Fellowships, Technical Teaching Fellowships and Special Awards and administering its South Kensington estate all with the aim to increase the means of industrial education and extend the influence of science and art upon productive industry.
International Food Information Service (ifis Publishing)
Charitable activities, ResearchIFIS is the independent global provider of quality international scientific information about the science of food and drink. www.IFIS.org provides a guide to finding and searching for food science information. The bibliographic database FSTA-Food Science and Technology Abstracts (www.fsta.com) is the leading database of what has been published worldwide on food science.
The Tavistock Institute Of Human Relations
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchWe have been at the forefront of social science research and development for over 70 years, applying ideas and providing practical support to individuals and organisations dealing with issues of change, innovation and policy delivery. We work with government, voluntary and private sectors at local, national and international level, combining research, consultancy and professional development.
Royal Society Of Tropical Medicine And Hygiene
Arts, ResearchThe Society exists to promote and advance the study, control and prevention of diseases in man and other animals in the tropics; it publishes two scientific journals, runs a calendar of scientific meetings and runs a grants programme.
The New Phytologist Foundation
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTO PROMOTE PLANT SCIENCE BY PUBLISHING LEARNED JOURNALS, INCLUDING NEW PHYTOLOGIST. FUNDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN THE BROAD AREA OF PLANT SCIENCES. SUPPORTING DEFINED GROUPS AND MAKING GRANTS TO ORGANISATIONS THAT FALL WITHIN THE GENERAL REMIT OF THE TRUST.SPONSORING SYMPOSIA AND OTHER SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS WITH THEMES RELEVANT TO THE WORK OF THE TRUST.
The Heritage Trust For The North West
Heritage, ResearchTo promote and preserve the English historical, architectural, natural, social or scientific heritage.
The Wildheart Trust
Charitable activities, ResearchThe Trust is dedicated to engaging, involving and empowering people from both the heart and the head. Objects are to advance:- animal welfare and conservation, the education of the public in animal welfare and conservation, environmental protection, to promote and participate in science-based research projects to assist the survival of endangered species
Breast Cancer UK Limited
Charitable activities, Health, ResearchBREAST CANCER UK is dedicated to the primary prevention of breast cancer through scientific understanding, education, collaboration and policy change both nationally and internationally.
The Urology Foundation
ResearchThe Foundation uses its funds to raise the standard of treatment and management of urological diseases and of research in UK and Ireland by funding educational, training programmes and research posts.The Foundation aims to improve the diagnosis, treatment and management of urological disease through the development and support of medical education, training, and sponsorship of scientific research.
World Obesity Federation
Charity and VCS support, ResearchWorld Obesity is an umbrella organisation for national obesity associations and comprises 52 member associations, representing 56 countries. The main aim of the charity is to improve global health by promoting the understanding of obesity and weight-related diseases through scientific research and dialogue, while encouraging the development of effective policies for prevention and management.
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects
ResearchThe Charity is a professional body and its aims are the improvement of ships and all that specially appertains to them and the arrangement of periodical meetings for the purpose of discussing practical and scientific subjects bearing upon the design and construction of ships and their means of propulsion and all that relates thereto.
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.