Research Charities
Discover 1,032 Research charities. 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.
Rheumatology Discretionary Fund Ucl Charity
Education, ResearchWe seek to improve the outlook for patients with musculorskeletal diseases, especially those with autoimmune rheumatic conditions. The charity is mainly involved in supporting research into the disease, both clinical and experimental at University College London. It also helps to provide educational opportunities for those doing the research.
World Arabian Horse Organization
Animals, Heritage, ResearchTo promote public interest in and the science of the breeding of Arabian horses; to advance education for the benefit of the public about horses, horse welfare and Arabian horses in particular; to promote and facilitate the acquisition and distribution of knowledge in all countries of the history, care and treatment of the Arabian breed.
The Charitable And Educational Trust Of The Company Of Scientific Instrument Makers
Beneficiary group, ResearchThe relief of any necessitous person who is or has been and liveryman of the company who is a widow, orphan or dependent of an deceased liveryman or freemanThe making of grants, donation or subscriptions to any charitable organisatin having as its objects The promotion of education and training in the field of science and technologyAny other charitable purpose
The Thales Charitable Trust
Armed forces, Beneficiary group, ResearchWe support charities where our donations create lasting impact, including encouraging young people to pursue STEM subjects, inspiring future engineers, supporting armed forces personnel & their families, & aiding community charities that promote well-being. On occasion, our Trustees use their discretion to assist other charities , so we respond effectively to diverse & emerging community needs.
British Society For Developmental Biology
Charitable activities, ResearchThe BSDB aims to promote and advance the research, teaching and public education of developmental biology in the United Kingdom by organising research meetings, awarding grants to individuals and organisations. The BSDB supports young scientists and awards grants to enable them to attend scientific meetings. In addition we aim to further public education in the science of developmental biology.
The Langford Trust For Animal Health And Welfare
Charitable activities, Education, Researchwe relieve suffering and further animal welfare by promoting the practice, advancement and teaching of veterinary science and we foster public education in animal health and welfare by supporting the university of Bristol school of veterinary science.
Peter Samuel Charitable Trust
Heritage, Religion, ResearchInterests lie in medical sciences, jewish concerns, heritage and forestry/land restoration and the quality of life in local areas (South Central Berkshire, East Somerset and The Highlands of Scotland).
Northcott Devon Medical Foundation
Charitable activities, ResearchThe provision of grants to support medical research carried on in the county of Devon.
The Aristotelian Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe Aristotelian Society, founded in 1880, meets fortnightly in London, throughout the academic year, to hear and discuss philosophical papers. These meetings are open to the public and the Proceedings are published as a journal. The Society holds an annual philosophy conference with the Mind Association and also makes grants to organisers of philosophy conferences.
The British Astronomical Association
Leisure, ResearchTo promote the science of astronomy and all branches of astronomical research. To promote the association of observers, especially the possessors of small telescopes, for mutual help, and their organisation of work of astronomical observation, the circulation of current astronomical information, the encouragement of a popular interest in astronomy.
Derbyshire Japanese School
Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, ResearchAs at 31 March 2023 the school had a total of 78(2022- 64) students varying in age from 5 to 18 and including some English based children. Total of twelve classes are held each Saturday consisting of Japanese and Mathematics lessons. All pupils successfully completed internal examinations and attendance was maintained at over 80%. Hold extra time lessons such as history, science and GCSE.
The Manchester Literary And Philosophical Society
Beneficiary group, ResearchAcross the calendar year, the Society delivers an eclectic range of lectures and seminars. We offer a focal point for modern, bright ideas, drawing inspiration from a variety of subject areas including the Arts, Science and Technology, and Social Philosophy. We also present a programme specifically aimed at young people, with a view to increasing their interest in and awareness of the world.
The Sutasoma Trust
Charitable activities, ResearchTo advance education in particular by providing grants to graduate students in the Social Sciences and Humanities.Generally for such purposes or objects as are from time to time recognised as exclusively charitable according to the law of England and Wales as the Trustees in their absolute discretion think fit.
Lions International Blood Research Appeal
Education, Health, ResearchTo assist the haematology staff at Kings College Hospital with the provision of much needed laboratory equipment, particulary in the areas of Sickle Cell Disease and Thalassaemia.
City Educational Trust Fund
Education, ResearchTO ADVANCE THE OBJECTS OF THE CITY UNIVERSITY OR ANY SUCH OBJECTS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES CONNECTED WITH OR RELATED TO SAID UNIVERSITY, AND TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND COMMERCE BY PROMOTING RESEARCH STUDY TEACHING AND TRAINING IN BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY OR THE ADVANCEMENT OF RESEARCH AND TEACHING OF THE CULTURAL ARTS.
Society For Applied Philosophy
ResearchThe object of the Society is the advancement of public educationin the field of applied philosophy and the publication of itsproceedings to the end.
The British Society For The Philosophy Of Science
Charitable activities, Education, ResearchThe BSPS holds an annual conference with invited speakers and contributed papers, and monthly meetings at which invited speakers present papers. It makes grants to support conferences relevant to research and education in its areas of study and awards annual studentships for doctoral work in philosophy of science in a UK university. Other activities are decided by the committee from time to time.
Bhagwan Valmik Sabha Bedford
Economic and community development, Research, Social welfareThe Charity has acted to advance the philosophy of Bhagwan Valmiki Ji in Bedfordshire and its environs and where appropriate internationally through religious ceremony and academic study and presentation. The Charity has also acted with efforts to relieve sickness and poverty where considered appropriate by the donation of funds to charitable organisations and to the Government of the UK.
Dartford Science And Technology College Voluntary School Fund
Beneficiary group, Education, ResearchThe object of the trust is to advance the education of the pupils of Dartford Science and Technology College by providing and assisting in the provision of facilities not normally provided by the Local Authority.To support any charity or charitable purpose as the trustees in their discretion shall from time to time decide.
The Farnborough Air Sciences Trust
Arts, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchPlease see attached report. Main activities remain: Safeguarding Farnborough's unique aviation heritage. Displaying and archiving a world-class artifact, photo, film, report collection. Conserving historic buildings and large aviation exhibits. Running a museum. Providing facilities and inspiration for future generations.
Cotton Textiles Research Trust
ResearchFounded for the benefit of workers in the British Textile Industry the charity's work includes the promotion of medical research into the prevention, treatment and cure of ailments and diseases to which such workers are especially liable.
A G Manly Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, ResearchThe primary (but not exclusive) objective of the A G Manly Charitable Trust is to provide financial assistance to further the science of engineering for the benefit of the public and to advance education in engineering, especially to young people. The Trustees are unlikely to consider projects outside the south-east of England.
The Gospel Standard Baptist Library Fund
Arts, Beneficiary group, Heritage, ResearchLoan of theological books of reformed , puritan and calvinistic content with associated history,geography and other sciences. Facilities for research relating to the books held and research into family history.Small sale of surplus books donated to the Library.
Life Education (bradford) Limited
Beneficiary group, Education, Research, Social welfarePromoting the importance of healthy life choices for children during their formative years of primary school education, including the dangers of drugs.Promoting our SCARF philosophy: Safety, Caring, Achievement, Resilience, Friendship, to help children meet the challenges of the modern world.Promoting healthy relationships and cyber security.
The Norman Collisson Foundation
Health, ResearchThe general promotion, advancement and encouragement of surgical and medical science, together with medical studies and research.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many research charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,032 registered research charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the 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 research charities?
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 research charities?
Across all 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 research charities?
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.