Support the IMA

The Institute of Mathematics and its Applications is a charity incorporated by Royal Charter. A major requirement of the charter is that the Institute should promote mathematics for the benefit of society, and a great deal of the activity of the IMA is dedicated to this goal. 

Supporting the Mathematics and Pipepline Research

The IMA promotes mathematics research by explaining the relevance and importance of contemporary research to key stakeholders. We are also very active in encouraging students to take qualifications in the mathematical sciences and to follow this with a career in a mathematically relevant activity, exhibiting at STEM outreach events across the UK to reach young people, teachers and parents.

We supports mathematics education at all levels, closely monitoing the school curriculum and providing responses to related Government consultations. Our CMathTeach designation provides professional recognition for maths teachers, recognising their value to education.

A significant portion of the limited resources of the IMA are expended in this work. Most people involved in the mathematics community would consider the promotional activities described above to be very worthwhile. As we launch the IMA Foundation to increase our grant giving activities and programmes to support the talent pipeline, we will have a new vehicle for those who would like to make a financial contribution in support of these activities, as well as open up opportunities for new iniatives.

The IMA has charitable status and so donations made to it, may attract tax relief. For UK tax payers this is available under Gift Aid. A form is available for giving by cheque, credit card or direct debit.

Leaving a Legacy

Alternatively you may continue to express your support by leaving a legacy which would help the IMA to extend our activities and continue to make the case for mathematics. As a registered charity, any bequest made is deducted from your estate prior to the levy of inheritance tax, and you would have the satisfaction of knowing that a part of your estate had been used as very valued support to an activity which has played a significant and rewarding role in your life. All donations will be acknowledged by the Trustees and in Mathematics Today (unless anonymity is preferred).

Thank you

If you require IMA’s bank details to make a bank transfer, or gift aid information, please contact [email protected]