The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew
Also known as: The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens,kew, Friends of Kew, Kew Foundation, The Foundation and Friends of the Rbgkew, The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Foundation
THE PURPOSE OF THE CHARITY IS TO SUPPORT THE OBJECTS OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW.IT RAISES VOLUNTARY INCOME FROM TWO PRINCIPAL SOURCES FOR THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW: FUNDS RAISED THROUGH ITS LEGACY PROGRAMME; AND RETURNS FROM ITS ENDOWMENT VIA INVESTED FUNDS.
Activities & Mission
THE PURPOSE OF THE CHARITY IS TO SUPPORT THE OBJECTS OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW.IT RAISES VOLUNTARY INCOME FROM TWO PRINCIPAL SOURCES FOR THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW: FUNDS RAISED THROUGH ITS LEGACY PROGRAMME; AND RETURNS FROM ITS ENDOWMENT VIA INVESTED FUNDS.
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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 Efficiency
Higher than 96% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 256). How is this calculated?
Higher than 22% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — Joseph Jones and Daisy and Graham Rattenbury Charitable Trust (organisation 5036921)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,648,000 | £4,221,000 | £3,611,000 | £23,177,000 | £12,687,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £7,150,000 | £3,576,000 | £3,322,000 | £25,052,000 | £20,148,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £5,458,000 | £3,581,000 | £3,299,000 | £20,664,000 | £10,526,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,328,000 | £8,739,000 | £8,449,000 | £19,641,000 | £3,700,000 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,009,000 | £3,353,000 | £3,091,000 | £23,864,000 | £3,500,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew
What does The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew do?
THE PURPOSE OF THE CHARITY IS TO SUPPORT THE OBJECTS OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW.IT RAISES VOLUNTARY INCOME FROM TWO PRINCIPAL SOURCES FOR THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS, KEW: FUNDS RAISED THROUGH ITS LEGACY PROGRAMME; AND RETURNS FROM ITS ENDOWMENT VIA INVESTED FUNDS.
How much income did The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew report in 2025?
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew reported total income of £2.65m and reported expenditure of £4.22m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew?
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew has a program ratio of 136.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 96% of UK Associations charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 256 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew registered as a charity?
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 September 1990 as charity number 803428. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew?
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JAN PETHICK. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew operate?
The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew operates across 4 areas: Brazil, Madagascar, Richmond Upon Thames and West Sussex.
Is The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew a registered charity?
Yes — The Foundation And Friends Of The Royal Botanic Gardens,kew is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 803428.
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THE HERBARIUM
KEW GREEN
RICHMOND
TW9 3AE
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Also Known As
- The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- The Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens,kew
- Friends of Kew
- Kew Foundation
- The Foundation and Friends of the Rbgkew
- The Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Foundation
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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