The Whitley Fund For Nature
Also known as: Wfn
Promotes, through the giving of grants, the conservation, preservation and restoration for the public benefit of the world's animal, bird, fish and plant life and of its environments/habitats.To seek out and support the best grass roots conservation projects in developing countries, including projects which serve the needs of local people as well as achieving conservation outcomes.
Activities & Mission
Promotes, through the giving of grants, the conservation, preservation and restoration for the public benefit of the world's animal, bird, fish and plant life and of its environments/habitats.To seek out and support the best grass roots conservation projects in developing countries, including projects which serve the needs of local people as well as achieving conservation outcomes.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 40% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 29% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 28% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,602,331 | £2,562,193 | £2,312,766 | £3,043,251 | £1,375,175 | 11 / 30 |
| 2024 | £2,635,240 | £2,681,460 | £2,484,060 | £3,003,113 | £1,238,230 | 10 / 30 |
| 2023 | £2,303,203 | £1,652,586 | £1,487,894 | £3,049,333 | £1,169,884 | 9 / 25 |
| 2022 | £1,893,770 | £1,891,676 | £1,747,284 | £2,398,716 | £957,000 | 7 / 25 |
| 2021 | £1,703,183 | £1,684,335 | £1,560,518 | £2,396,622 | £1,155,000 | 7 / 2 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Whitley Fund For Nature
What does The Whitley Fund For Nature do?
Promotes, through the giving of grants, the conservation, preservation and restoration for the public benefit of the world's animal, bird, fish and plant life and of its environments/habitats.To seek out and support the best grass roots conservation projects in developing countries, including projects which serve the needs of local people as well as achieving conservation outcomes.
How much income did The Whitley Fund For Nature report in 2025?
The Whitley Fund For Nature reported total income of £2.60m and reported expenditure of £2.56m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Whitley Fund For Nature?
The Whitley Fund For Nature has a program ratio of 88.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Whitley Fund For Nature registered as a charity?
The Whitley Fund For Nature was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 2000 as charity number 1081455. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs The Whitley Fund For Nature?
The Whitley Fund For Nature is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is EDWARD JOHN WHITLEY OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Whitley Fund For Nature operate?
The Whitley Fund For Nature operates across 49 areas, including Argentina, Armenia, Bangladesh and 46 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Whitley Fund For Nature a registered charity?
Yes — The Whitley Fund For Nature is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081455.
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- 14 May 2026
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