The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine
Also known as: Lister Institute
The charitable objectives of the Institute are to further understanding and progress in preventive medicine by promoting biomedical excellence in the UK and the Republic of Ireland through its support of the biological sciences and to ensure long-term public benefit through publication of the knowledge gained and, where appropriate, by encouraging its exploitation.
Activities & Mission
The charitable objectives of the Institute are to further understanding and progress in preventive medicine by promoting biomedical excellence in the UK and the Republic of Ireland through its support of the biological sciences and to ensure long-term public benefit through publication of the knowledge gained and, where appropriate, by encouraging its exploitation.
Grants
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,556,000
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 84). How is this calculated?
Higher than 42% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 43% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £694,000 | £3,076,000 | £2,857,000 | £45,974,000 | £45,974,000 | 5 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,026,000 | £2,404,000 | £2,173,000 | £44,853,000 | £44,853,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £679,000 | £2,007,000 | £1,840,000 | £43,148,000 | £43,148,000 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £595,000 | £2,490,000 | £2,305,000 | £43,275,000 | £43,275,000 | 3 / 0 |
| 2021 | £612,000 | £1,974,000 | £1,711,000 | £47,678,000 | £47,678,000 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine
What does The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine do?
The charitable objectives of the Institute are to further understanding and progress in preventive medicine by promoting biomedical excellence in the UK and the Republic of Ireland through its support of the biological sciences and to ensure long-term public benefit through publication of the knowledge gained and, where appropriate, by encouraging its exploitation.
How much income did The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine report in 2025?
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine reported total income of £694k and reported expenditure of £3.08m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine?
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine has a program ratio of 411.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 84 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine registered as a charity?
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 1962 as charity number 206271. It has been registered for 64 years.
Who runs The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine?
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine operate?
The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine operates across 4 areas: Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine a registered charity?
Yes — The Lister Institute Of Preventive Medicine is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 206271.
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Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Lister Institute
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated