Nekton Foundation

Nekton Foundation is a new marine research organisation dedicated to exploring the deep ocean, the most unknown frontier on our planet. By understanding how the oceans are changing due to human impacts and promoting awareness of marine science through communications and education, we seek to increase ocean protection and stewardship.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Maldives Seychelles South Africa

Region

London

Financial Information

Latest Income

£3,199,739

Latest Expenditure

£5,442,844

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 170.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 97% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 92% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £2,320

Charitable Activities £3,189,086

Other Trading £8,333

Investments £0

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £5,440,250

Raising Funds £2,594

Governance £0

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£3,199,739	£5,442,844	£5,440,250	£2,181,936	£378,154	14 / 63
2024	£7,384,780	£4,137,636	£4,135,558	£4,500,491	£435,870	9 / 0
2022	£3,206,735	£3,313,305	£3,312,404	£1,332,103	£619,592	8 / 0
2021	£438,371	£797,443				0 / 0
2020	£1,968,126	£2,667,554	£2,611,061	£1,745,888	£756,049	7 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Nekton Foundation

What does Nekton Foundation do?

How much income did Nekton Foundation report in 2025?

Nekton Foundation reported total income of £3.20m and reported expenditure of £5.44m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Nekton Foundation?

Nekton Foundation has a program ratio of 170.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 97% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Nekton Foundation registered as a charity?

Nekton Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 July 2015 as charity number 1162666. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Nekton Foundation?

Nekton Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Nekton Foundation operate?

Nekton Foundation operates across 4 areas: Maldives, Seychelles, South Africa and London.

Is Nekton Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Nekton Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162666.