Environment Charities That specialise in Wildlife
Discover 865 Environment charities that specialise in wildlife. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Suffolk Hedgehog Hospital
Beneficiary group, Environment, Health, HousingTo relieve the suffering of animals in need of care & attention primarily hedgehogs and other UK wildlife. In particular to provide and maintain rescue homes or other activities for the reception care and treatment of orphaned, injured, ill or abandoned animals, with the aim of returning any wild animals to their natural environment and any domestic to a suitable home.
The Tristan Da Cunha Association
Charitable activities, Education, Environment, Heritage, Saving of lives1. The advancement of education and training of resident Tristan da Cunha islanders by the provision of grants, bursaries & support. 2. Advancing the education of the public in Tristan da Cunha culture, traditions, and economy and of the history, geography and wildlife of the islands.3. Providing grant funding to assist the community to prepare for and recover from natural or other disasters.
Ash Rescue Centre
Animals, Environment, HousingWe aim to provide a permanent and holistic retirement home for horses, donkeys and other animals, whilst at the same time creating and sustaining habitats that encourage wildlife, birds and native plant species. We also aim to educate and inspire the public by example and through walks, talks and courses.
The Wildlife For All Trust
Charitable activities, Environment, FacilitiesManage nature reserves and public education.
African Wildlife Conservation Fund (uk)
Animals, Charitable activities, Education, EnvironmentPromote the conservation of endangered African Wild Dogs and other vulnerable large carnivores in Zimbabwe and neighbouring territories, for the public benefit. To advance the education of the public in particular, but not exclusively, in South East Zimbabwe in ways which include providing facilities for education in schools, and awarding scholarships to enable students to access education.
A M Challis Trust LTD
Environment, HeritageTo promote the permanent preservation for the benefit of the inhabitants of the village of Sawston and neighbourhood of its natural flora and wildlife. To establish a museum devoted to the history of Sawston.
Ark Angels Animal Rescue
EnvironmentProviding rehoming services for abandoned and abused Animals & wildlife and to educate the general public
Gower Bird Hospital
Beneficiary group, Education, Environment, HealthTo treat and rehabilitate sick, injured and orphaned wild birds and animals with the sole intention of returning them to the wild.To conduct and supervise environmental studies and research into wildlife rehabilitation. All our research is non-invasive, with the welfare of the animals always our foremost priority.To deliver educational talks to schools and groups at local and national level.
Pensychnant Foundation
EnvironmentThe Pensychnant Foundation works with many local naturalists and wildlife organizations, to foster the public's appreciation and understanding of wildlife and wildlife conservation, and to record and safeguard the wildlife and natural beauty of Wales
N/a'an Kuse
Charity and VCS support, Education, EnvironmentN/a'an ku se Foundation works towards two aims: 1) To improve the lives of the San Community in Namibia by providing free eduction at our Clever Cubs School and free healthcare at our Lifeline Clinic, and 2) To protect and conserve vulnerable wildlife in Namibia through our Wildlife Sanctuary and Carnivore Conservation Research. Our UK charity raises funds for the people and wildlife of Namibia.
Straykind
Animals, Environment, Saving of livesStrayKind, formerly known as Animal Care Trust (ACT), transforms the lives of suffering stray and wild animals in Taiwan, via a 24-hour rescue service providing emergency veterinary attention. Wildlife is released when healthy, if possible. All other animals are rehomed or given lifelong sanctuary at our sites. Most of our rescues involve dogs and other animals maimed by traps and snares.
Blackburn Farm Nurseries And Wildlife Centre
Beneficiary group, Childcare, Environment, HealthPromoting for the benefit of the public the conservation protection and improvement of the physical and natural enviroment. Educating children adults on how we can improve our own physical and mental wellbeing by being in the outside world. Blackburns Farm educates people of all ages on how they can improved BNG, whilst also improving their own mental health and wellbeing.
South Devon Hedgehog Hospital
Beneficiary group, Environment, HealthThe object of the charity is to promote humane behaviour towards hedgehogs and other wildlife by providing care and medical treatment for the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned hedgehogs and other wildlife species. The ultimate aim is to return them to the wild and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals.
Little Foxes Wild Orphan Care
Beneficiary group, EnvironmentLittle Foxes continues to provide the best care we can for all the sick, injured and orphaned wildlife that comes our way. We have updated and improved our outside runs and hope to be able in due course to purchase a small piece of land for our own use. We are looking at ways to increase our income in these costly times
The David Webster Charitable Trust
Environment, Facilities, HeritageConservation of wildlife habitats, birds, woodland etc. Preservation of historic buildings.
Blyth Wildlife Rescue
EnvironmentTHE RESCUE AND REHABILITATION OF SICK AND INJURED WILDLIFE ACROSS NORTHUMBERLAND AND NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
Ren's Rescue
Environment, HealthWe provide a safe place for animals at risk. We take in wild, domestic and farm animals, some we rehome, some return to the wild and some stay with us for life.
Gemfields Foundation
Environment, Social welfare(1) the prevention or relief of poverty by providing grants and awards tocharities and/or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty; and(2) the advancement of animal welfare and the conservation and protection ofwildlife and natural habitats by providing grants and awards to charities and/orother organisations working in the field of wildlife protection.
Buckenham Ancient Woodland Trust
Environment, FacilitiesThe Buckenham Ancient Woodland Trust has purchased the central portion of Buckenham Woods off Wood Lane, Strumpshaw. Working with the neighbouring natural areas and woodland owners, we intend to protect and manage the woodland to allow wildlife to thrive and ensuring that our local community continues to benefit from this ancient green space for many generations to come.
Limestone House (elmton And Creswell Village Company)
Arts, Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, Environment, FacilitiesRecycling in a Charity Shop, Social arena:,Memory Lane Cafe, Heritage Centre, Computers for Community,WI-FI access , Advisory services, Education and Training(subject to funding): training through Volunteering/Work experience. Luncheon Clubs, Genealogy Club Wildlife Club, Job Club, Room Hire, Guitar Club, Music Club & Music lessons,
Cromwell Bottom Wildlife Group
Environment, FacilitiesTo conserve and protect the wildlife and natural environment of Cromwell Bottom Local Nature Reserve and North Loop
Marine And Wildlife Rescue
EnvironmentRescue, rehabilitation, release of seal seabirds and wildlife along the Norfolk coast line. Education and conservation.
Feline And Wildlife Rescue Nottingham
Animals, Beneficiary group, Environment, HousingWe are an animal rescue charity operating across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. We rescue and care for abandoned, neglected or unwanted cats, and injured or ill wildlife. The rescue provides necessary medical care, and husbandry, and rehomes the cats to new families that are thoroughly home checked.
Friends Of The Upper Wye
Associations, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, EnvironmentOur purpose:The conservation, protection and improvement of the River Wye and tributaries for the benefitof the wildlife and public through a programme of volunteer river monitoring and by theadvancement of the education of the public in the understanding of the importance of riverquality on biodiversity, economic and social activity.
Wild Hogs Hedgehog Rescue
Beneficiary group, EnvironmentConservation/preservation of the hedgehogs. Care and attention 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. Study of hedgehogs and in the care, methods of treatment, conservation and habitat of hedgehogs.
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.