Sustainable Fibre Alliance
Also known as: Sfa
The Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) is a non-profit international organisation working with the extended cashmere supply chain, from herders to retailers. Our goal is to promote a global sustainability standard for cashmere production in order to preserve and restore grasslands, ensure animal welfare and secure livelihoods.
Activities & Mission
The Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) is a non-profit international organisation working with the extended cashmere supply chain, from herders to retailers. Our goal is to promote a global sustainability standard for cashmere production in order to preserve and restore grasslands, ensure animal welfare and secure livelihoods.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 283). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 92% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,676,661 | £1,438,816 | £1,438,816 | £343,280 | £240,518 | 14 / 0 |
| 2024 | £988,771 | £978,985 | £978,985 | £105,435 | £105,430 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £775,088 | £767,805 | £767,805 | £95,649 | £84,036 | 6 / 0 |
| 2022 | £769,202 | £557,020 | £557,020 | £328,530 | £270,008 | 15 / 0 |
| 2021 | £407,734 | £396,866 | 0 / 12 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Sustainable Fibre Alliance
What does Sustainable Fibre Alliance do?
The Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA) is a non-profit international organisation working with the extended cashmere supply chain, from herders to retailers. Our goal is to promote a global sustainability standard for cashmere production in order to preserve and restore grasslands, ensure animal welfare and secure livelihoods.
How much income did Sustainable Fibre Alliance report in 2025?
Sustainable Fibre Alliance reported total income of £1.68m and reported expenditure of £1.44m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Sustainable Fibre Alliance?
Sustainable Fibre Alliance has a program ratio of 85.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Facilities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 283 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Sustainable Fibre Alliance registered as a charity?
Sustainable Fibre Alliance was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 2016 as charity number 1165742. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Sustainable Fibre Alliance?
Sustainable Fibre Alliance is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Sustainable Fibre Alliance operate?
Sustainable Fibre Alliance operates across 3 areas: China, Mongolia and England And Wales.
Is Sustainable Fibre Alliance a registered charity?
Yes — Sustainable Fibre Alliance is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1165742.
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- 14 May 2026
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