The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation
Foundation not accepting speculative applications.Promoting for the public benefit the preservation, conservation and protection of physical andnatural environment; advancing education for the public benefit in the conservation, protection and improvement of thephysical and natural environment by promoting the study and research of the above;relieving poverty promoting amateur spor
Activities & Mission
Foundation not accepting speculative applications.Promoting for the public benefit the preservation, conservation and protection of physical andnatural environment; advancing education for the public benefit in the conservation, protection and improvement of thephysical and natural environment by promoting the study and research of the above;relieving poverty promoting amateur spor
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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 100% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 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 | £770,894 | £20,063,220 | £20,063,220 | £5,978,739 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,553,626 | £47,449 | £47,449 | £25,148,742 | £25,148,742 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £606,637 | £2,181,134 | £2,181,134 | £23,585,529 | £23,585,529 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £29,487,527 | £841,868 | £841,868 | £25,300,168 | £25,300,168 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £4,541,636 | £8,127,508 | £8,127,508 | -£3,571,441 | £8,447 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation
What does The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation do?
Foundation not accepting speculative applications.Promoting for the public benefit the preservation, conservation and protection of physical andnatural environment; advancing education for the public benefit in the conservation, protection and improvement of thephysical and natural environment by promoting the study and research of the above;relieving poverty promoting amateur spor
How much income did The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation report in 2024?
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation reported total income of £771k and reported expenditure of £20.06m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation?
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation has a program ratio of 2602.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 100% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation registered as a charity?
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 May 2019 as charity number 1183641. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation?
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation operate?
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation operates across 4 areas: France, Iceland, Tanzania and England And Wales.
Is The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1183641.
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LYNDHURST
SO43 7FG
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