The Sainsbury Laboratory
The principal activity of the charity is plant and plant disease research, with the aim of funding out how pests cause disease, and exploring how plants protect themsleves against these pathogens. The Laboratory also provides education and research training in the subject areas of the research programme.
Activities & Mission
The principal activity of the charity is plant and plant disease research, with the aim of funding out how pests cause disease, and exploring how plants protect themsleves against these pathogens. The Laboratory also provides education and research training in the subject areas of the research programme.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample: 98). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 66% of UK Research charities with income over £10M. (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 | £14,180,424 | £12,325,613 | £12,325,613 | £14,812,875 | £3,384,935 | 85 / 0 |
| 2024 | £12,717,776 | £10,386,668 | £10,386,668 | £12,915,156 | £3,200,000 | 82 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,772,434 | £9,961,747 | £9,961,747 | £10,444,668 | £2,618,738 | 84 / 0 |
| 2022 | £9,357,012 | £9,570,782 | £9,570,782 | £9,695,858 | £1,783,490 | 92 / 0 |
| 2021 | £10,053,174 | £9,419,418 | £9,419,418 | £9,798,275 | £1,539,577 | 90 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sainsbury Laboratory
What does The Sainsbury Laboratory do?
The principal activity of the charity is plant and plant disease research, with the aim of funding out how pests cause disease, and exploring how plants protect themsleves against these pathogens. The Laboratory also provides education and research training in the subject areas of the research programme.
How much income did The Sainsbury Laboratory report in 2025?
The Sainsbury Laboratory reported total income of £14.18m and reported expenditure of £12.33m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sainsbury Laboratory?
The Sainsbury Laboratory has a program ratio of 86.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Research charities with income over £10M (sample of 98 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sainsbury Laboratory registered as a charity?
The Sainsbury Laboratory was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 November 1997 as charity number 1065510. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Sainsbury Laboratory?
The Sainsbury Laboratory is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sainsbury Laboratory operate?
The Sainsbury Laboratory operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Sainsbury Laboratory a registered charity?
Yes — The Sainsbury Laboratory is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1065510.
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