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.
The Bedfordshire Association Of Church Bell Ringers
Leisure, Religion, ResearchThe promotion of ringing for Divine Service, the cultivation of Scientific Change Ringing, the preservation of proper Belfry Conduct and the encouragement of ringers to take part in the Worshipping Life of the Church.
Plymouth Symphony Orchestra
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe promotion, development and maintenance of public education in, and the appreciation of the art and science of orchestral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts and by such other ways as the Orchestra, through its Committee, shall determine from time to time.
Music In Lyddington
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe presentation of public concerts, recitals, masterclasses and otherwise to promote public education in, enjoyment and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects.
The Grundy Educational Trust
Education, ResearchProvision of awards to post-graduate students in the fields of science and technology at five nominated universities.
Rochester Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by:a) providing opportunities for members of the Medway and local communities to enjoy choral music through participation and involvementb) the performance of public concerts and recitals and by such other means as the Society through its Committee shall determine
The Remote Sensing And Photogrammetry Society
ResearchOutreach, education, discussion, publication and promotion of the scientific and technical disciplines of remote sensing and photogrammetry in the United Kingdom and abroad.
West Sussex Philharmonic Choir
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects of the Charity shall be to provide, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of choral music in all its aspects and by any means the Trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public events.
The Dorking Concertgoers Society
Arts, ResearchTo educate the public in the art and science of music through the promotion of an annual series of classical music concerts
The Association Of Clinical Scientists
ResearchAssess trainees as a preliminary to HCPC registrationPromote, advance & encourage the study & practice of the application of science in the prevention, diagnosis & control of illness & disabilityEstablish, uphold and improve qualification, training, competence & conduct of UK Clinical ScientistsWork & liaise with relevant professional bodies,including HCPC on matters relating to the above
Earth Science Teachers Association
Arts, ResearchThe aim of the Earth Science Teachers Association (ESTA) is to support the teaching of earth sciences whether as a single subject such as Geology, or as part of science, geography or other courses. ESTA helps teachers at all levels. It publishes a magazine (teaching earth sciences), runs an annual course and conference and develops web-based earth science teaching resources.
No's 1 And 2 Paddock Studios Paddock Lane Lewes East Sussex
Arts, ResearchThe principal objectives of the charity is to promote, improve, develop and maintain publiceducation in the appreciation of the art and science of visual arts including practicalparticipation in them such as the holding of lectures, seminars and exhibitions.
Christian Science Society Leamington Spa
Arts, Religion, ResearchWe are a branch of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston Mass. U.S.A. and as such hold church services on Sundays and Wednesday evenings, as well as supporting a Reading Room where members of the public may purchase religious books or use our free lending library. The Reading Room also provides a quiet study area for people to come and sit, or ask for help or advice from the librarian.
Sinfonia Of Leeds
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTHE OBJECTS OF THE SOCIETY SHALL BE TO ADVANCE, IMPROVE, DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN PUBLIC EDUCATION IN, AND APPRECIATION OF, THE ART AND SCIENCE OF MUSIC IN ALL ITS ASPECTS BY ANY MEANS THE TRUSTEES SEE FIT, INCLUDING THROUGH THE PRESENTATION OF PUBLIC CONCERTS AND RECITALS.
Fiori Musicali Charitable Trust
Arts, ResearchEducate the public in the art and science of music through the promotion and performance of concerts and related activities, and in particular through supporting the work of Fiori Musicali.
London Petrophysical Society
ResearchThe purpose of this organisation is to promote for the public benefit, education and knowledge in the scientific and technical aspects of formation evaluation.
Woodbridge Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objectives of the Society are to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by the presentation of public performances of choral and orchestral music and for related activities.
Isle Of Wight Diabetic Fund
Charitable activities, ResearchRelief and treatment of persons suffering from diabetes and any other disease which is co-existent with or related to diabetes.Promotion of public education and research into the nature, causes, prevention and treatment of diabetes.Promoting the health and welfare of persons suffering from diabetes.Promoting education in the nature, causes, prevention and treatment of diabetes.
British Association For Soviet, Slavonic And East European Studies
ResearchThe association exists to advance education for the public benefit in the United Kingdom in the humanities and in the social sciences as they relate to the former Soviet Union and the countries of Eastern Europe.
World's Poultry Science Association United Kingdom Branch
ResearchOrganises scientific meetings on poultry production including nutrition, welfare, disease and environmental issues; supports undergraduate and research students with travel awards and research grants.
Yorkshire Naturalists Union
Arts, Environment, ResearchObjectives: To promote the scientific investigation of the flora, fauna and physical features of the county of Yorkshire and to encourage their conservation by means of holding field meetings, collecting and sharing biological records and providing information through our publications.
The United Kingdom Associates Of The Bermuda Institute Of Ocean Sciences
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, ResearchBIOS UK Associates raises funds to support the research and education programmes at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences. The research encompasses all areas of oceanography, from macro climate studies to microscopic genetic studies. The UK Associates make grants to exceptional UK students who wish to study at BIOS in Bermuda, in a range of different academic programme options.
Leeds Foundation For Dermatological Research Limited
Health, Professions, ResearchThe principle activity of the company is the study of disease of the skin and post graduate education of doctors, scientists and nurses.
Stowmarket Chorale
Arts, Research... to educate the public... in the art and science of music
Maidstone Youth Music Society
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, ResearchThe objects of the Society are to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects of the presentation of publicconcerts and recitals in Maidstone and elsewhere.
R B Gray Charitable Trust
Health, ResearchBenefiting charities established to provide relief for persons suffering from cancer, disease of the heart, leukaemia, athritis or rheumatism, and charities established for the conduct of research into these illnesses.
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.