10 % For The Ocean
Also known as: Arksen Foundation
10% for the ocean is a global initiative to shift ocean charitable funding from 0.5% to 10% by 2030. We aim to motivate individuals and organisations to direct 10% of their philanthropy to creating an ocean superfund that will diversify donations and grants across projects worldwide that align with 1 or more of the 10 targets of the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 14 Life Below Water.
Activities & Mission
10% for the ocean is a global initiative to shift ocean charitable funding from 0.5% to 10% by 2030. We aim to motivate individuals and organisations to direct 10% of their philanthropy to creating an ocean superfund that will diversify donations and grants across projects worldwide that align with 1 or more of the 10 targets of the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 14 Life Below Water.
Grants
10 % For The Ocean makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2022)
- £101,375
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £145,978 | £213,081 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2023 | £410,841 | £293,621 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £501,088 | £411,696 | £389,383 | £54,864 | £32,450 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £361,694 | £411,117 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2020 | £187,178 | £172,283 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about 10 % For The Ocean
What does 10 % For The Ocean do?
10% for the ocean is a global initiative to shift ocean charitable funding from 0.5% to 10% by 2030. We aim to motivate individuals and organisations to direct 10% of their philanthropy to creating an ocean superfund that will diversify donations and grants across projects worldwide that align with 1 or more of the 10 targets of the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 14 Life Below Water.
How much income did 10 % For The Ocean report in 2024?
10 % For The Ocean reported total income of £146k and reported expenditure of £213k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was 10 % For The Ocean registered as a charity?
10 % For The Ocean was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 2019 as charity number 1186488. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs 10 % For The Ocean?
10 % For The Ocean is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jasper Smith. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does 10 % For The Ocean operate?
10 % For The Ocean operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is 10 % For The Ocean a registered charity?
Yes — 10 % For The Ocean is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186488.
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Also Known As
- Arksen Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 19 October 2026
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