The Bentham-Moxon Trust

Also known as: Charities Administered in Connection with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

To provide financial support for plant and fungal collection, research and education that further the work of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

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Activities & Mission

To provide financial support for plant and fungal collection, research and education that further the work of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

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.

Local Authority

Richmond Upon Thames

Financial Information

Latest Income

£242,816

Latest Expenditure

£295,336

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 21.5%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 14% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 421). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 98.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 50% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 5.0%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 36% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £553,702

Charitable Activities £833

Other Trading £0

Investments £214,231

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £165,626

Raising Funds £2,119

Governance £6,261

Grants to Institutions £139,602

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 2024.

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
2024	£242,816	£295,336				0 / 0
2023	£768,766	£167,745	£165,626	£7,890,097	£183,582	1 / 0
2022	£198,307	£193,813				0 / 0
2021	£221,934	£115,532				0 / 0
2020	£184,857	£90,345				0 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Bentham-Moxon Trust

What does The Bentham-Moxon Trust do?

To provide financial support for plant and fungal collection, research and education that further the work of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

How much income did The Bentham-Moxon Trust report in 2024?

The Bentham-Moxon Trust reported total income of £243k and reported expenditure of £295k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Bentham-Moxon Trust?

The Bentham-Moxon Trust has a program ratio of 21.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Facilities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 421 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Bentham-Moxon Trust registered as a charity?

The Bentham-Moxon Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 1964 as charity number 305966. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs The Bentham-Moxon Trust?

The Bentham-Moxon Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Isabel Maria A Larridon. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Bentham-Moxon Trust operate?

The Bentham-Moxon Trust operates in Richmond Upon Thames, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Bentham-Moxon Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Bentham-Moxon Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 305966.