Rewriting Earth
Also known as: Rewriting Extinction
We make stories to help the public understand the importance of biodiversity, and to take action to help.
Activities & Mission
We make stories to help the public understand the importance of biodiversity, and to take action to help.
Grants
Rewriting Earth makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £275,218
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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.
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 | £491,892 | £275,218 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £357,436 | £370,188 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2023 | £362,855 | £262,808 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2022 | £105,616 | £93,935 | 0 / 9 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Rewriting Earth
What does Rewriting Earth do?
We make stories to help the public understand the importance of biodiversity, and to take action to help.
How much income did Rewriting Earth report in 2025?
Rewriting Earth reported total income of £492k and reported expenditure of £275k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Rewriting Earth registered as a charity?
Rewriting Earth was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2022 as charity number 1198287. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Rewriting Earth?
Rewriting Earth is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Alister Scott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rewriting Earth operate?
Rewriting Earth operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Rewriting Earth a registered charity?
Yes — Rewriting Earth is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1198287.
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Trustees
Also Known As
- Rewriting Extinction
- Rewriting Earth
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 26 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated