The Gaia Foundation
Gaia works to revive bio-cultural diversity, to regenerate healthy ecosystems and to strengthen community ecological governance for climate change resilience. We work with partner organisations, communities and movements. Our activities focus on Food, Seed and Climate Change Resilience, Sacred Lands and Wilderness, Earth Jurisprudence, and looking Beyond Extractivism.
Activities & Mission
Gaia works to revive bio-cultural diversity, to regenerate healthy ecosystems and to strengthen community ecological governance for climate change resilience. We work with partner organisations, communities and movements. Our activities focus on Food, Seed and Climate Change Resilience, Sacred Lands and Wilderness, Earth Jurisprudence, and looking Beyond Extractivism.
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 67% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 79). How is this calculated?
Higher than 82% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 77% of UK Environment 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 | £1,720,931 | £1,609,208 | £1,595,536 | £906,163 | £259,039 | 11 / 1 |
| 2024 | £1,090,709 | £1,424,025 | £1,404,137 | £794,440 | £258,873 | 15 / 2 |
| 2023 | £1,503,733 | £1,277,146 | £1,261,736 | £1,127,756 | £230,756 | 10 / 1 |
| 2022 | £1,275,201 | £1,227,406 | £1,199,908 | £901,169 | £235,050 | 10 / 1 |
| 2021 | £1,395,426 | £1,088,880 | £1,061,332 | £853,374 | £198,852 | 10 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Gaia Foundation
What does The Gaia Foundation do?
Gaia works to revive bio-cultural diversity, to regenerate healthy ecosystems and to strengthen community ecological governance for climate change resilience. We work with partner organisations, communities and movements. Our activities focus on Food, Seed and Climate Change Resilience, Sacred Lands and Wilderness, Earth Jurisprudence, and looking Beyond Extractivism.
How much income did The Gaia Foundation report in 2025?
The Gaia Foundation reported total income of £1.72m and reported expenditure of £1.61m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Gaia Foundation?
The Gaia Foundation has a program ratio of 92.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 79 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Gaia Foundation registered as a charity?
The Gaia Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 March 1987 as charity number 327412. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs The Gaia Foundation?
The Gaia Foundation is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Gaia Foundation operate?
The Gaia Foundation operates across 22 areas, including Australia, Benin, Botswana and 19 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Gaia Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Gaia Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 327412.
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