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.
Tintagel House (sheffield) LTD
Arts, Charitable activities, ResearchDelivering:- an educational programme of events inspired by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, known as Authroposophy - study groups , workshops, festivals, and conferences. A lending library and bookstall. Advice and information for individuals and initiatives. Granting of loans and donations to individuals and institutions working out of the same impulse.
The Albert Museum And Art Gallery
Arts, Heritage, ResearchThe objective of this charity is to promote the education of the sciences and arts within the Borough of Colchester.
Devon Gardens Trust
Arts, Charitable activities, Facilities, ResearchTo promote, for the public benefit, the protection, conservation, enhancement, research and understanding of the Designed Landscapes of Devon and promote the education of the public on the arts, crafts, sciences, and all other matters connected with the heritage of those landscapes.
Richmondshire Subscription Concerts
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 AND IN SUCH WAYS AS THE SOCIETY THROUGH ITS BOARD SHALL DETERMINE FROM TIME TO TIME.
Christian Science Society, Northampton
Education, ResearchProvision of Christian Science church services, Sunday School and Reading Room in Northampton
Safer Medicines Trust
Arts, ResearchMonitor research into the effectiveness of medical experiments on animals, provide information and educate the public as to the results of such research through public talks, scientific conferences and reports and by producing an educational film, which is available on our website. Communicate with industry and regulators about how to implement a much greater human focus in medicines research.
The National Council Of Women Of Great Britain
Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Housing, ResearchConferences & seminars are held on topical issues, after which the appropriate government department is informed of our discussions. We have permanent groups which are concerned with specific subjects i.e. health, education, arts & media, consumer affairs, science & technology, foreign affairs, social employment & housing issues. These groups hold regular meetings.
The Conchological Society Of Great Britain And Ireland
Arts, ResearchUndertakes and sponsors environmental research on mollusc related subjects. Publishes results in "Journal Of Conchology" or in the society's magazine "Mollusc World". The journal is the world's oldest continuing publication on the subject. Published twice a year, it contains scientific papers and short communications on molluscs with the emphasis on conservation, biogeography and taxonomy
British Anaesthetic And Recovery Nurses Association
Arts, Health, Professions, ResearchBARNA is the only UK professional association specialising in anaesthetic and recovery nursing.BARNA has provided competencies/educational material to standardise clinical practice.BARNA publishes on-line journal and monthly newsletter available to all members. We have an annual conference that covers all of the UK. We also promote ongoing training, research and clinical audit among nurses.
Great Ayton(yorks)-Women's Institute
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyThe main purposes of the W.I Organisation are to enable women who are interested in issues associated with rural life, arts, crafts and sciences, to improve & develop conditions of rural life, to advance their education in citizenship, in public questions national & international, in music, drama & cultural subjects & in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health & social wel
The Chipping Norton Music Festival
Arts, ResearchHolding or promoting an annual festival and presenting and promoting public performances, concerts and recitals to advance the education in the art and science of music and encourage and support practical music-making, both vocal and instrumental, and performance of other art forms.
Women's Institute - Harlow
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Housing, Research, SocietyTo enable women who are interested in issues 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 & other cultural subjects, and in all branches of agriculture, handicrafts, home economics, health & social welfare.
The Edwin Cornforth 1983 Charity Trust
ResearchSpecific Christian science organisations named in trust document.
Banbury Ornithological Society
Facilities, Research1)The conservation of birdlife, principally through the maintenance of 6 Nature Reserves.2)Scientific research into birdlife by partaking in National bird surveys, and also organising and undertaking local surveys through a programme of fieldwork, and publishing the results.3)Educating the public about birdlife by organising a programme of speakers.
The Caribbean Hindu Cultural Society
Arts, Heritage, Religion, Research1. To Promote Hinduism as a way of life for the pursuit of peace and social harmony.2. The advancement of education particularly in Hindu traditions and philosophy, history, language, literature, art and music to add to the diverse cultural richness of the community
Saddleworth Concerts Society
Arts, Charity and VCS support, ResearchTo educate the public in the 'arts and sciences', and in particular, the 'art and science of music', by the presentation of 5 concerts per annum, and other activities, including 'plant sale' and 'annual dinner'-fund raising activities.
The Beshara Trust
ResearchThe Trust supports and publicises education leading to understanding of human being in the context of the absolute unity of existence. It draws on scientific and spiritual tradition in this education. It aims to help all who wish to understand their place in the Universe reach an understanding of the perspective and values needed for a responsible life in the world.
Marlborough Grant Maintained School Parent Teachers Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, ResearchParent Teacher Association raising funds for the school with activities such as car boot sales, music festivals, quiz nights etc
First Church Of Christ Scientist Godalming
Beneficiary group, Education, ResearchThe Church has continued to welcome visitors to its Sunday Services and Wednesday testimony meetings, to teach children in its Sunday School, and to maintain a Reading Room open to the public weekly. The Church has also held a lecture for the public.
County Council Of Clwyd Welsh Church Fund
Beneficiary group, Health, Heritage, Leisure, Religion, Research, Saving of lives, Social welfareAdvancement of Education, relief of poverty, advancement of religion, relief in sickness, aid to elderly persons, aid for social, recreational, aesthetic, architectural, historical & scientific matters, medical research, probationers, visually impaired and emergency or disasters & other charitable organisations
Bhsf Medical And Welfare Charity
Health, Research, Social welfareTo provide comforts and amenities for patients or staff in hospitals and medical charities, assist medical research, education and science, and support charitable organisations concerned with the sick or disadvantaged.
The North Of England Neurological Association
Health, ResearchWe organise an annual scientific meeting for neuroscientists/physicians/surgeons in the North of England, sponsoring junior doctors, and offering travel grants.
British Society For Investigative Dermatology
ResearchThe purpose of the BSID is to promote high quality scientific research in skin biology. This is achieved principally through the annual meeting, which comprises presentations of original research, guest lectures, and educational symposia. The Society is particularly keen to encourage the involvement of young scientists and clinicians in dermatological research.
The Society For Back Pain Research
ResearchSupporting Scientific meetings that have a primary objective of research into spinal disorders. Assisting in the provision of patient information on spinal disorders . Education of members regarding spinal disorders and the treatment of spinal disorders.
The Kent Ornithological Society
Research(a) Study and record of all aspects of the avifauna of Kent(b) Co-operate with national ornithological and other bodies in scientific ornithological enquiries(c) Promote increased interest in ornithology in Kent(d) Support conservation of bird life in the county
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.