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The Renal Association

Also known as: UK Kidney Association

The Renal Association is a professional body for nephrologists (renal physicians, or kidney doctors) and renal scientists in the UK. It is active in the planning and development of renal services and nephrology in Britain. It is also involved in the promotion and dissemination of research and education relating to the speciality.

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Activities & Mission

The Renal Association is a professional body for nephrologists (renal physicians, or kidney doctors) and renal scientists in the UK. It is active in the planning and development of renal services and nephrology in Britain. It is also involved in the promotion and dissemination of research and education relating to the speciality.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,591,721
Latest Expenditure
£5,082,416

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 90.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 19.9%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £291,454
Charitable Activities £5,222,409
Other Trading £0
Investments £77,858
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £5,082,416
Raising Funds £0
Governance £1,012,796
Grants to Institutions £10,300
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£5,591,721
£5,082,416£5,082,416£4,257,504£4,257,50448 / 0
2023
£4,746,977
£4,621,713£4,621,713£3,748,210£3,748,21044 / 0
2022
£4,123,522
£4,057,765£4,057,765£3,622,963£3,622,96342 / 0
2021
£4,233,376
£3,185,243£3,185,243£3,557,430£3,557,43038 / 0
2020
£3,166,653
£2,878,183£2,878,008£2,509,445£2,509,44537 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Renal Association

What does The Renal Association do?

The Renal Association is a professional body for nephrologists (renal physicians, or kidney doctors) and renal scientists in the UK. It is active in the planning and development of renal services and nephrology in Britain. It is also involved in the promotion and dissemination of research and education relating to the speciality.

How much income did The Renal Association report in 2024?

The Renal Association reported total income of £5.59m and reported expenditure of £5.08m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Renal Association registered as a charity?

The Renal Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 1989 as charity number 800733. It has been registered for 37 years.

Who runs The Renal Association?

The Renal Association is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Renal Association operate?

The Renal Association operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Renal Association a registered charity?

Yes — The Renal Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800733.

Details

Address
The Renal Association
Brandon House Building
20A1 Southmead Road
Filton
BRISTOL
BS34 7RR
Registration Date
10 January 1989
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
800733
Charity Number
800733

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Trustees

Clare Morlidge
Dr Bhavna Pandya
Dr Catherine Vinen
Dr Kathrine Parker
Laura Meaden
Linda Tarm
Lisa Ancliffe
Mark James Froud
Also governs 3 other charities
Prof James Burton
Prof John Sayer
Prof Stephen Marks
Prof Timothy Bowen

Also Known As

  • UK Kidney Association

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14 May 2026
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