Botanic Gardens Conservation International
Also known as: Botanic Gardens Conservation International Limited, Bgci, Plants for the Planet
BGCI was founded in 1987 to link botanic gardens as a co-operating global network for effective plant conservation. BGCI aims to do this in four ways byleading and advocacy,leading innovative and strategic projects achieving outcomes in plant conservation policy, practice and education,building plant conservation capacity in botanic gardens and broader society,and by providing funding.
Activities & Mission
BGCI was founded in 1987 to link botanic gardens as a co-operating global network for effective plant conservation. BGCI aims to do this in four ways byleading and advocacy,leading innovative and strategic projects achieving outcomes in plant conservation policy, practice and education,building plant conservation capacity in botanic gardens and broader society,and by providing funding.
Grants
Botanic Gardens Conservation International is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £1,440,213
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,856,905 | £3,663,711 | £3,571,446 | £598,839 | £345,609 | 37 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,131,824 | £3,368,385 | £3,287,332 | £405,647 | £362,826 | 31 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,172,528 | £3,653,013 | £3,564,797 | £627,029 | £419,154 | 31 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,950,433 | £2,889,341 | £2,800,972 | £1,101,413 | £500,235 | 28 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,344,202 | £2,012,652 | £1,941,098 | £1,075,461 | £449,865 | 24 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Botanic Gardens Conservation International
What does Botanic Gardens Conservation International do?
BGCI was founded in 1987 to link botanic gardens as a co-operating global network for effective plant conservation. BGCI aims to do this in four ways byleading and advocacy,leading innovative and strategic projects achieving outcomes in plant conservation policy, practice and education,building plant conservation capacity in botanic gardens and broader society,and by providing funding.
How much income did Botanic Gardens Conservation International report in 2025?
Botanic Gardens Conservation International reported total income of £3.86m and reported expenditure of £3.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Botanic Gardens Conservation International registered as a charity?
Botanic Gardens Conservation International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 2003 as charity number 1098834. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Botanic Gardens Conservation International?
Botanic Gardens Conservation International is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Botanic Gardens Conservation International operate?
Botanic Gardens Conservation International operates across 44 areas, including Argentina, Armenia, Australia and 41 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Botanic Gardens Conservation International a registered charity?
Yes — Botanic Gardens Conservation International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1098834.
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Also Known As
- Botanic Gardens Conservation International Limited
- Bgci
- Plants for the Planet
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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