Blue Ventures Conservation
Blue Ventures is a science-led social enterprise that works with coastal communities to develop transformative approaches for nurturing and sustaining locally led marine conservation initiatives. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local people, cultures and economies, and where there is a fundamental need to support human development.
Activities & Mission
Blue Ventures is a science-led social enterprise that works with coastal communities to develop transformative approaches for nurturing and sustaining locally led marine conservation initiatives. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local people, cultures and economies, and where there is a fundamental need to support human development.
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 34% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M (sample: 137). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 29% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Marine Education Trust (organisation 4028002)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £16,519,444 | £14,323,494 | £13,795,830 | £26,869,967 | £3,949,297 | 286 / 0 |
| 2023 | £11,935,325 | £14,584,315 | £14,085,527 | £23,856,227 | £4,165,258 | 270 / 0 |
| 2022 | £29,493,199 | £9,831,348 | £9,337,424 | £26,517,537 | £3,989,444 | 271 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,823,351 | £6,828,331 | £6,650,121 | £6,855,686 | £2,042,817 | 255 / 0 |
| 2020 | £7,058,938 | £6,146,061 | £6,004,041 | £4,465,693 | £813,832 | 254 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Blue Ventures Conservation
What does Blue Ventures Conservation do?
Blue Ventures is a science-led social enterprise that works with coastal communities to develop transformative approaches for nurturing and sustaining locally led marine conservation initiatives. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local people, cultures and economies, and where there is a fundamental need to support human development.
How much income did Blue Ventures Conservation report in 2024?
Blue Ventures Conservation reported total income of £16.52m and reported expenditure of £14.32m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Blue Ventures Conservation?
Blue Ventures Conservation has a program ratio of 83.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Economic and community development charities with income over £10M (sample of 137 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Blue Ventures Conservation registered as a charity?
Blue Ventures Conservation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 August 2003 as charity number 1098893. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Blue Ventures Conservation?
Blue Ventures Conservation is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Blue Ventures Conservation operate?
Blue Ventures Conservation operates across 10 areas, including Belize, Comoros, East Timor and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Blue Ventures Conservation a registered charity?
Yes — Blue Ventures Conservation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098893.
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