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.
Wantage Choral Society
Arts, ResearchTHE STUDY AND PRACTICE OF CHORAL MUSIC IN ORDER TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN ITS ARTS AND SCIENCES BY THE PRESENTATION OF CONCERTS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES.
Thanet Festival Choir
Arts, ResearchThe objects of the choir are to educate the public in the Art and Science of Music in all its aspects and to study, practice and perform in public choral works and to engage in other exclusively charitable activities as the choir committee may approve.
Cardiovascular Forum
ResearchThe principal objectives of the trust are to advance the education of the medical profession in the knowledge of cardiovascular disease and its treatment, and to promote research into the causes, prevention, alleviation and management of cardiovascular disease.
The Woolley Firs Conservation Trust
ResearchPromoting the conservation, creation, maintenance, and study for the benefit of the public of places and objects of ornithological, arboricultural, entomological, botanical, zoological, or scientific interest or of natural beauty.
The Leeds Symphony Orchestra
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo promote, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of orchestral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts; and for the general purposes of such charitable bodies or for such other purpose as shall be exclusively charitable as the Committe may from time to time decide.
Christian Science Society, Exeter
Charitable activities, ResearchReligious activitiesProvides Church Services and Sunday SchoolOperates a Christian Science Reading RoomMakes occasional grants to Christian Science organisations
Springfields Employees Medical Research And Charity Trust Fund
Charitable activities, ResearchTo advance the education of the public by promoting research in particular but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, in the field of medicine, the results of such research being disseminated for the benefit of the public in the area of benefit. To assist or promote any charitable organisation or charitable purpose in the area of benefit.
Chorleywood Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchTo 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 the presentation of public concerts and recitals
British Czech And Slovak Association
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchTo advance the education of the public in matters relating to the history, politics, science, economies, arts and literature of Britain and the Czech and Slovak Republics.
Skipton Mechanics Institute
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, ResearchGrants to local organisations and schools in the pursuance of studies relating to science, literature and the arts. The promotion of and assistance with education of pupils or past pupils of any school or college in the area of benefit and who are resident within the area of benefit. The assistance of any local organisation undertaking activities for young people in the area of benefit.
The Anglo-Hellenic League
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfareAdvancement of the education of the public in the science, art, literature, music, history, economics, philosophy, culture, way of life and other recognised subjects of the academic study of Greece.The relief of poverty and sickness with particular regard to persons who have suffered as a result of disasters whether in the United Kingdom or in Greece or elsewhere.
Christian Science Society, Wimbledon
Religion, ResearchTo operate a Christian Science Church
Sheringham And Cromer Choral Society
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchPromoting, improving, developing & maintaining public education in & appreciation of the art & science of predominately choral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts.
The Lam Rim Bristol Trust
Health, Religion, ResearchThe Lam Rim Bristol Trust seeks to reduce the suffering of all beings through the provision of a quiet Centre for meditation and reflection, with guidance in Buddhist philosophy and practice. Through support of the ordained community, there is mutual benefit for lay people and monks and nuns. The centre is supported holistically by an Alternative Health Centre.
National Illumination Committee Of Great Britain
Charitable activities, ResearchThe advancement, for public benefit, of the science and art of lighting together with the advancement and publication of the related research, through making grants to appropriate organisations and individuals, providing advice and sponsorship or undertaking research.
Christian Science Group, Pinner
Religion, ResearchReligious Activities
Ealing Yoga, Meditation And Philosophy Centre
Arts, Health, Leisure, ResearchThe Charity, based in Ealing, runs weekly classes in yoga, breath, relaxation, meditation and philosophy. It holds occasional retreats, distributing books, yoga materials and other publications. The Centre respects all faiths and religions. It aims at a practical blend of the philosophy and psychology of both the traditional East and the modern West.
Burgess Hill Symphony Orchestra
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 the presentation of public concerts and recitals.
St Michael's Aldbourne Pta
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Childcare, Education, Facilities, ResearchWe raise funds for the village school by organising activities for the children (Christmas and Summer Fairs, discos, circus visits) and for the local community (Quiz Nights). We have contributed towards an outdoor adventure play area, classroom, stage and science garden, a stage and new dining chairs for the school hall, a suite of laptops, books, building work and smart televisions.
The Michael Davie Research Foundation
ResearchGrants are made to other charities and / or voluntary bodies to fund medical research. We raise funding by receiving donations from both individuals and societies as well as from income we receive from our investments and occasionally by encashing a small part of our investments.
The Tyndale Choral Society
Arts, ResearchTo educate the public in the art and science of music and, in particular, of choral music by the presentation of public concerts and other such ways as the Society, through its committee shall determine from time to time
Tonbridge Music Club
Arts, ResearchEducating the public in the art and science of music by the presentation of concerts by internationally renowned musicians, young performers together with other allied activities.
Park Pharmacy Trust
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, Research, Social welfareThe Trust works closely with Plymouth Social Isolation Forum to find novel ways to bring isolated and lonely people together at Thorn Park Lodge. It also runs recall reminiscence sessions, practical science-based workshops, helps raise children's aspirations in novel ways. It has a pharmaceutical museum, library, a medicinal garden and is planning an exciting Heritage Health Science Exploratory.
Heatons-Reddish Group U3a
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchClasses in Architecture, Art, Bird Watching, Current Affairs, Crafts, Drama, Family History, Gardening, Heritage, Line Dancing, Literature, Music Appreciation, Play Reading, Poetry, Science, Singing, Ukulele, Walking, Writing; theatre visits and interest holidays, Philosophy, Conversational Spanish.
Bd1 Brass Band
Arts, Beneficiary group, ResearchTo educate the public in the art and science of music, with particular reference to music as presented by brass bands, by means of concert and other activities.To advance the musical education of young people by providing them with suitable opportunities to learn to play brass instruments.
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.