Environment Charities That specialise in Wildlife
Discover 865 Environment charities that specialise in wildlife. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.
East Yorkshire Rivers Trust
Charitable activities, EnvironmentTo conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the chalk rivers and streams of East & North Yorkshire. To advance the education of the public in the understanding of rivers, river corridors and catchments including their fauna and flora.
The Moira Furnace Museum Trust Limited
Charitable activities, Environment, HeritageThe main objects of the charity are to provide, establish and preserve facilities in the village of Moira in the District of North West Leicestershire for the purposes of the study of and research into its industry, archaeology, architecture, transportation, social history, natural history and the conservation of its flora and fauna for the benefit and education of the public.
Waterberg Rhino UK
Charitable activities, Environment1. To promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment by promoting biological diversity, and in particular by promoting the protection and conservation of the rhinoceros and other endangered wildlife in Southern and Eastern Africa. 2. To advance the education of the public in the conservation, protection and improvement
Herefordshire Meadows
Environment, Facilities, HeritageHerefordshire Meadows works to exchange knowledge and skills to conserve, restore and create flower rich grassland, encourage grazing systems for diverse swards and healthy soils, monitor diversity and abundance of flowers, grasses, insects, birds and other wildlife, promote the role of diverse swards in climate resilience and educate the wider public on all the benefits of native grasslands.
Wildlife And Welfare
Environment, Saving of livesWildlife & Welfare supports animal welfare, environmental and wildlife conservation charities all around the world with expertise and partnerships to enable them to achieve more. We are establishing and delivering new projects in locations where no other charities are working and providing a worldwide response to natural disasters and emergencies.
International Eco Fund
Charitable activities, EnvironmentTo promote and support the conservation, protection and improvement of natural habitats. To advance the conservation of all wild birds and other wildlife. To advance the education of the public in the conservation, protection and improvement of the natural environment to encourage others to practise the conservation of these natural habitats, wild birds and other wildlife.
Thames Rivers Trust
Charitable activities, Environment, HeritageTo conserve, protect and rehabilitate the habitat and waters that constitute the River Thames catchment, for the benefit of all indigenous species (including Atlantic salmon and migratory trout).To advance the education of the public in the understanding of river environments on watercourses throughout the River Thames catchment.
The Anne Carpmael Trust
Education, Environment, FacilitiesTo promote protect and preserve the flora and fauna found in Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire and within a radius of 10 milesTo provide financial assistance to the schools and other organisations in the villages of Goring-on-Thames, Streatley and the surrounding areas so that pupils and members can be taught and learn about this flora and fauna For the general education with regard to nature
Shepreth Wildlife Conservation Charity
Charity and VCS support, Environment, Health, HousingShepreth Wildlife Conservation Charity (SWCC) was established in March 2011 to help fundraise for conservation work both home and abroad. The organisation will be responsible for raising funds and educating visitors about endangered species and also play a major role in providing funds for the on-site SWCC Hedgehog Rehabilitation Hospital.
The Little Environmental Action Foundation
Environment, HeritageLEAF funds and undertakes projects aiming to reduce the negative impacts of humankind: our major focus is on tree planting and other forms of habitat restoration.
Big Life UK
Charitable activities, EnvironmentTO PROMOTE THE PRESERVATION, CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION OF AFRICA'S WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HERITAGE, INCLUDING BY ADVANCING THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE PRESERVATION, CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION OF AFRICA'S WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HERITAGE.
Curlew Recovery South Lakes
EnvironmentThe objects of the CIO are(1) To promote the conservation of wildlife for the public benefit, by undertaking such activities that support the Eurasian Curlew and other wader species and their habitats in the South Lakes and elsewhere.(2) To advance education, for the public benefit, in the conservation of wildlife.
Eden Wildlife Trust
EnvironmentThe main activities of the Trust are directed to education concerning wild animals and to the conservation of wildlife, both in Kenya.
Somerset Earth Science Centre
Education, Environment, ResearchThe charity provides an educational programme for schools which is National Curriculum linked with work sheets available for topics at Key Stages 1 to 4. More advanced studies are available for colleges, community groups and the general public. The Centre offeres a unique learning experience which includes looking at areas of former quarrying which have geological or wildlife interest.
Travelteer Impact
Beneficiary group, Environment, Leisure, Social welfareSupport disadvantaged and under-priviledged children in Sri Lanka via English & Sports Development programmes.Engages in conservation efforts of Wildlife and environment via the marine & Wildlife programme in Sri Lanka.Provides training & support to Sri Lankan women to be able to earn a liveable income via the Textile & Design programme.
Suffolk Prickles Hedgehog Rescue
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, EnvironmentTo further the conservation and preservation of the hedgehog species by providing a rescue, care and rehabilitation service for sick, injured, or orphaned hedgehogs with the aim of releasing such hedgehogs back into the wild wherever possible.To advance the education of the public in the study of hedgehogs and in the care, methods of treatment, conservation and habitat of hedgehogs.
Welshpool And Bro-Hafren Methodist Circuit
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Environment, ReligionThe Circuit has been involved in worship, prayer and bible studies, available to all. Churches have been used for funerals, weddings and baptisms. Other activities include: coffee mornings, meals, illustrated talks, concerts and exhibitions. Premises have been used by: Mothers & Toddlers, W.I., Girl Guides, wildlife groups, choirs, dance groups, Powys Carers, Action for Children and others.
Moulsecoomb Forest Garden And Wildlife Project
Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Education, Environment, FacilitiesReduce anti social behaviour by involving excluded pupils in the running of the garden. Enhance skills and employability by offering practical based training and volunteering opportunities. Getting children involved in planting, growing and eating healthy food, and respecting nature and the environment. Creating and enhancing wildlife habitats.
Somerset Wildlands
EnvironmentSomerset Wildlands makes space for nature through rewilding, acquiring patches of land large and small which can be managed in as hands off a way as possible, to create wild stepping stones to benefit wildlife and people.
The Lower Moss Wood Educational Nature Reserve And Wild Life Hospital
Beneficiary group, Education, Environment, Facilities, HealthLower Moss Wood is an educational nature reserve and wildlife hospital . It provides a place for schools, disabled visitors, environmental groups and others to come and learn about conservation and the environment. The wildlife hospital takes in any orphaned, sick or injured wild animal or bird for care. Lower Moss Wood is also a private nature reserve.
Camps Foundation
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Housingthe building or renovation of schools/classrooms;the building/renovation of kitchens associated with schools;the building/renovation of infrastructure for the provision of clean water for communities;the building of community houses for use by communities ;support for the setting up of employment schemes ;support for environmental education and wildlife conservation programmes.
Hfhgb (homes)
Environment, Housing, Social welfareHfHGB (Homes) vision is the elimination of poverty housing, particularly in London, through empowering local people to meet their own housing needs and building vibrant sustainable communities in the process.
Wild Things Res-Q (wiltshire Wildlife Hospital)
Environment, HealthThe rescue and treatment of injured or endangered wildlife throughout Wiltshire and surrounding counties with the aim of subsequent release back into their wild habitat.
Blundellsands Park Trust
EnvironmentOperation of a park for public use and conservation of local habitat.
Wingham Wildlife Park Animal Welfare Limited
Charity and VCS support, EnvironmentWWPAW is an independent, non-political, not for profit enterprise whose aim is to raise funds to support animal welfare & conservation, specifically to:Relieve the suffering of animals.Conserve earth's natural resources with projects & initiatives dealing with preserving & protecting living animals & their habitats.Educate the public through programmes raising awareness & respect for nature.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many wildlife environment charities are there in the UK?
There are 865 registered wildlife environment charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the wildlife environment charities by income?
Canal & River Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£232.6m). 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 wildlife environment charities?
Wildlife environment charities reported a combined annual income of £3.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for wildlife environment charities?
Across all wildlife environment charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 84.8%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of wildlife environment charities?
Wildlife environment charities have an average annual income of £1.4m. 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.