The Rufford Foundation
Also known as: Rufford Small Grants Foundation, Rufford Small Grants
MAKING GRANTS TO CONSERVATIONISTS AND ORGANISATIONS, PREDOMINANTLY IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD
Activities & Mission
MAKING GRANTS TO CONSERVATIONISTS AND ORGANISATIONS, PREDOMINANTLY IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD
Grants
The Rufford Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £3,355,479
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies and other defined groups
- What it supports
- animals and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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 Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £3,918,233 | £4,379,053 | £4,023,025 | £120,249,660 | £120,249,660 | 5 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,197,854 | £3,759,636 | £3,430,252 | £120,338,211 | £120,338,211 | 5 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,632,957 | £3,768,968 | £3,449,139 | £117,665,462 | £117,665,462 | 5 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,525,771 | £3,630,554 | £3,297,579 | £122,493,529 | £122,493,529 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,316,285 | £4,067,705 | £3,755,643 | £113,360,111 | £112,859,626 | 5 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Rufford Foundation
What does The Rufford Foundation do?
MAKING GRANTS TO CONSERVATIONISTS AND ORGANISATIONS, PREDOMINANTLY IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD
How much income did The Rufford Foundation report in 2025?
The Rufford Foundation reported total income of £3.92m and reported expenditure of £4.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Rufford Foundation registered as a charity?
The Rufford Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 2006 as charity number 1117270. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Rufford Foundation?
The Rufford Foundation 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 The Rufford Foundation operate?
The Rufford Foundation operates across 72 areas, including Albania, Argentina, Armenia and 69 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Rufford Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Rufford Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117270.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also Known As
- Rufford Small Grants Foundation
- Rufford Small Grants
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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