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THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF LONDON FOR IMPROVING NATURAL KNOWLEDGE (COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ROYAL SOCIETY)

London, UKNorthern Ireland, Scotland, EnglandEducation, Other Charitable Purposes

£157.6M · Collected in 2025

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Founded

1963

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Other

The Royal Society has three roles: A learned society; The UK's Academy of Science; And as a funding agency. We- Promote science and its benefits- Recognise excellence in science- Support outstanding science- Provide scientific advice for policy- Foster international and global cooperation- Provide education and public engagement

Members

50Volunteers

291Staff

Financials

Year ending 2025

Out of £100 Donation

£98

£0£100

go into Projects

Income£157.6M

Total

£157.6M

Charitable activities85.5%
Investments14%
Donations & legacies0.5%
Other0%
Trading activities0%

Expenditure£151.5M

Total

£151.5M

Charitable activities98%
Raising funds2%
Other0%

Income & expenditure over time

Income
Expenditure

Active Countries (3)

Europe

Northern Ireland Scotland England

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