Research Charities
Discover 1,032 Research charities. 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.
British Poultry Science LTD
ResearchSupport for young scientists in furthering their careers in Poultry Science Research through study course or attendance and participation at approved conferences
Carew Pole Garden Trust
Facilities, Leisure, ResearchThe Trust owns these historic woodland gardens, listed Grade 2*, based on a design by Humphrey Repton which adjoin Antony House, Cornwall (a National Trust property), which are regularly open to the public. The gardens are also used for the purposes of research, with a view to furthering the study and science of botany and the improvement of the methods and practice of horticulture.
The National Association For The Relief Of Paget's Disease
ResearchThe Paget's Association provides information and support to people whose lives are affected by all aspects of Paget's Disease of Bone and to educate health professionals. It works to raise the profile of the condition, and to raise awareness, both amongst members of the public and health professionals. It also supports and funds research into all aspects of Paget's Disease of Bone.
Association Of Cancer Physicians
Health, ResearchTo advance the study and practice of cancer medicine
Buckinghamshire Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyProvides coordination for the WI in Buckinghamshire; advances the education of women and girls in important local and national political and social issues, music, drama and other cultural subjects, agriculture, crafts, home economics, science, health and social welfare; promotes sustainable development; advances health and advances citizenship by promoting civic responsibility and volunteering.
The Swann-Morton Foundation
Health, ResearchThe advancement of education through study and research in the fields of surgery and medicine to individuals, groups, organisations and other charities engaged in the care, support and the relief of suffering of the sick, infirm, injured, handicapped or disabled.
Hindu Cultural Society
Beneficiary group, Leisure, Religion, Research, Social welfare, SocietyWe organise cultural and religious events, with occasional talks on Hindu philosophy for the Asian community, especially elderly folks who mostly live a very deprived and isolated life. We also arrange "tabla classes" and yoga sessions for our younger group.Offer cultural activities to Hindu Community, promote equality and diversity, organise Diwali cultural celebrations for Stoke City Council.
Guildford Area University Of The Third Age (u3a)
Arts, Education, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchGuildford Area U3a organises in excess of 100 groups for persons retired or semi-retired. For an annual donation members are able to attend groups in Art,Crafts,Discussion,Drama,Games,Health Fitness & Leisure,History Languages, Literature, Music, Research and the Sciences.
British Society Of Toxicological Pathology
ResearchTo educate and inform toxicologic pathologists and other relevant scientists of the changing scientific, business and regulatory issues impacting their discipline. Through the input of our members, we also seek to influence global guidance and practices to the highest scientific standards and thereby benefit the field of human safety assessment.
International Journal Of Experimental Pathology
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe principal activity is the publication of the Journal. Our policy is to publish research into the cause, diagnosis and cure of disease in man. Any profits from such publication are used to promote research in this field.
Cambridge Eye Trust
Education, Health, ResearchThe charity supports scientific research and education in ophthalmological medicine, principally by arranging an annual residential symposium and supporting university and hospital staff and funding instrument and other costs for research.
Fourth Church Of Christ Scientist Manchester
Religion, ResearchTo promote Christian Science within Manchester and beyond and offer spiritual help to those in need
The General Nursing Council For England And Wales Trust
Education, Health, Professions, ResearchThe Charity's main activities include the following:1. Advancing the science and art of nursing;2. Advancing the better education and training of student nurses training for a statutory nursing qualification and the further education and training of Registered Nurses;and3. Promoting research and investigation into matters relating to nursing.
The Avon County Federation Of Women's Institutes
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Research, SocietyThe activities organised by this charity are consistent with upholding the objects of the Women's Institute charity of which the main purpose is to enable women who are associated with rural life, including arts, crafts and sciences, to improve and develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions both national and international, in music, drama and o
The Waynflete Singers
Arts, Charitable activities, Researcha) the education of the public in the art and science of music; andb) the promotion of choral singing and of the performance of choral and other musical works.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Croydon Natural History And Scientific Society Limited
Arts, Heritage, ResearchLecture meetings, field meetings. Running a library and a museum. Publishing a journal.
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.
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.