Environment Charities That specialise in Conservation and sustainability
Discover 192 Environment charities that specialise in conservation and sustainability. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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The Church Estate,bishopthorpe
Environment, ReligionReceive rents from charity owned land (including 3 riverside moorings) and dividend income from investments. Utilise for the upkeep thereof and for the benefit of St. Andrews Church, Bishopthorpe.
The Cornwall Beekeepers' Association
Beneficiary group, Education, EnvironmentEducation of new and more experienced beekeepers, school children and the general public through apiary visits, school visits, attendance at a number of local events and shows, and the publication of a monthly newsletter. Collaboration with Orchard owners to provide pollination of trees and other crops. Other activities related to the welfare of honeybees and the craft of beekeeping.
The Courtyard Farm Trust
EnvironmentThe Courtayrd Farm Trust funds charitable activity in the Parish of Ringstead, nature conservation work in Norfolk, manages Holme Marsh SSSI jointly with the Norfolk Wildlife Trust, and encourages public access to Courtyard Farm. We occasionally fund more general chaitable activity, but only with small, one-off grants. We do not fund individuals. At present our income is fully committed.
Riverside Community Association
Associations, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, Environment, Facilities, Leisure, ReligionRiverside Community Centre hosts various user groups, including Parkstone Kids Club - childcare before & after school. Parkstone Pre-school - pre-school childcare. Yoga. Riverside Brownies. Riverside Rainbows. Riverside Guides. St John's Newland Church. J Club. The Drop In - Local Community Gathering. Ahmadiyya Muslim Association.
Good Gardeners International
Economic and community development, Education, EnvironmentEstablishing Food Security. Growing food for nutrition to prevent malnutrition and improve mental and physical health by promoting effective waste management systems. Installing DRY sanitation systems to prevent ground water pollution and the spread of disease. Train awareness to generate self sufficient communities, schools and villages thus avoiding Government and charitable handouts for food.
Crick Playing Fields Association
Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe object and purpose of the Crick Playing Field Association (CPFA) is provision, maintenance and development of sport and recreational facilties for the villagers of Crick on the Playing Fields off Main Road, and the protection of the environment of that area.
New Forest Association
Associations, Environment, Facilities, HeritageThe Association is a wholly independent organisation dedicated to sustaining the traditional character of the New Forest, by:Preserving scenery, wildlife & wilderness quality. Resisting exploitation and over commercialisation by public/private bodies. Supporting commoning as the effective method of land management. Encouraging the restoration of ancient woodlands and mires
The Oxfordshire Beekeepers' Association
Education, EnvironmentPromoting and furthering the craft of Beekeeping. Providing information, advice, talks to the public, including schools about bees, the environment and related issues. Giving help, encouraging good practice and supporting new beekeepers. Responding to the public where there is concern over bees, swarms and nests and bumblebees.
Harrow Beekeepers' Association
Education, Environment, FacilitiesWe promote the craft and heritage of beekeeping by educating the public and training beekeepers for the improvement of husbandry; we visit schools & local events; we encourage an understanding of the benefits of our craft and the role of bees in the environment; we set up local apiaries to include the planting of trees and meadow flowers which benefits all insect pollination.
Strines Recreation Ground
Environment, Facilities, LeisureProvide for Sports,Recreation, Landscape and Nature conservation for the community
Pinner And Ruislip Beekeepers Association
EnvironmentBeekeepers Association based in Pinner and Hillingdon. The Association promotes safe beekeeping to new and existing beekeepers. Very importantly it keeps members updated with regard to bee deseases and their safe treatment. The Association provides local honey products important for treatment of a number of ailments. It also aims to educate the local community about the importance of bees.
South Staffordshire And District Beekeepers Association
EnvironmentTo educate, promote and further the craft of beekeeping.
The Doncaster Civic Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, HeritagePromotes interest in and care for the environment by lectures, occasional visits and exhibitions, and the issue of a regular newsletter. Maintains a close watch on, and makes representations on proposals affecting historic buildings and areas.Promotes education in the built and natural environment with a programme of student bursaries and funding for post-graduate student and school projects.
The Campden Society
Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, HeritageTo secure the protection of architectural & historical quality of Campden,its open spaces and its natural settingTo promote high standards of planning, architecture and landscaping in CampdenTo stimulate interest in and concern for the character & beauty of CampdenTo promote awareness of the climate emergency,push for zero carbon solutions and protect terrestrial biodiversity, within Campden
Leighton Buzzard Church Scout Group
Associations, Environment, Leisure, ReligionEducation/TrainingSport/recreation
Public Recreation Or Playing Ground For The Inhabitants Of Virginia Water
Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe Trust is responsible for the management of the open space playing area on Cabrera avenue and 52 acres of land next to the River Bourne known as Riverside walk.The trust requires that Riverside walk is maintained for the exercise, recreation and benefit of the inhabitants of Virginia water and the neighbourhood, and the open space on cabrera avenue is to be used as a public recreation ground
A W Gale Charitable Trust
Environment, Social welfareAssistance for disability, hardship and nature conservation causes.
Lorenden Parkland Trust
Environment, FacilitiesThe Charity is responsible for managing and maintaining a large parkland in Painters Forstal, nr Faversham in Kent for public enjoyment. The trust undertakes, tree planting, scrub clearance, interpretation, path creation with the object of improving the biodiversity of the area.
The Mendip Society
Environment, HeritageThe conservation and enhancement of the beauty and character of Mendip and the surrounding area with particular regard to landscape, wildlife habitat, archaeological, historical and natural features.
The North Staffordshire Beekeepers' Association
EnvironmentSpreading the theory and practice of beekeeping to members, interested groups and members of the public in North Staffordshire. Informing the public of the importance of honeybees.
Wharfedale Naturalists Society
Environment, HeritageTo promote and foster the study of all branches of natural history and add to existing knowledge, both generally and regarding Wharfedale in particular. To promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment.
Kent Field Club
EnvironmentAims are the study and recording of the flora and fauna of Kent, promotion of nature conservation, and provision of a means of communication between naturalists in the county. This is carried out through programmes of outdoor and indoor meetings; publication of documents; appointment of recorders to act as referees for particular taxa; and support for appropriate activities by outside bodies.
Richmond And District Beekeepers Association
EnvironmentTo promote beekeeping and educate about beekeeping
Vale And Downland Beekeepers Association
EnvironmentBeekeeping, collecting swarms for the public when reported. Educating the public and recruiting new beekeepers by attending local shows.
St Nicholas C E Community Primary School Parent Teachers Association
Beneficiary group, Education, Environment, HealthCharity arm for St Nicholas School Kenilworth - supporting the school to improve biodiversity of the school and mental health/well being of school commuity.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many conservation-and-sustainability environment charities are there in the UK?
There are 192 registered conservation-and-sustainability environment charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the conservation-and-sustainability environment charities by income?
Royal Society for the Protection of Birds is the largest by latest reported annual income (£195.0m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Conservation-and-sustainability environment charities reported a combined annual income of £1.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Across all conservation-and-sustainability environment charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 70.4%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Conservation-and-sustainability environment charities have an average annual income of £3.3m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.