Largest Environment Charities in United Kingdom 2026

Discover the the biggest environment organizations by annual revenue in United Kingdom. Showing the top 100 organizations.

1

The Charities Aid Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $1,390,589,000 Data: 47%

The Charities Aid Foundation exists to accelerate progress in society towards a fair and sustainable future for all. We work at the centre of the …

2

Waterways Infrastructure Trust

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $232,600,000 Data: 33%
3

Quadrature Climate Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $221,729,288 Data: 47%

QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from …

4

Historic Royal Palaces

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $138,596,000 Data: 47%

a)to manage, conserve, renovate and repair the Palaces (Hampton Court, Tower of London, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace, Banqueting House, Hillsborough Castle) to a high standard …

5

The Royal Parks [limited]

GB Trust: 90/100 Revenue: $109,911,000 Data: 47%

We look after eight of London's largest open spaces; Hyde, The Green, Richmond, Greenwich, St James's, Bushy and The Regent's Parks, and Kensington Gardens. We …

6

Wwf - Uk

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $92,466,000 Data: 47%

WWF-UK's mission is to prevent and reverse the degradation of the planet's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony …

7

Human Appeal

GB Revenue: $90,246,297 Data: 47%

Human Appeal changed its legal structure from a Trust to a Charitable Company (No:1154288). The historical information is available on Charity Commission under (previous Charity …

8

The Extracare Charitable Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $69,907,000 Data: 47%

To provide accommodation, an active lifestyle and an independent, safe and secure future for older people in need of a stimulating and supportive environment through …

9

The North of England Zoological Society

GB Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $63,134,000 Data: 47%

To develop a substantial, expanding role in the conservation of global biodiversity and habitat enrichments and to support this through sustainable commercial activities, including managing …

10

Cdp Worldwide

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $60,464,000 Data: 47%

CDP works with market forces to motivate companies to disclose their impacts on the environment and natural resources and take action to reduce them. CDP …

11

Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $46,756,455 Data: 47%

WWT works to save wetlands for wildlife and for people by inspiring people to connect with and value wetlands and their wildlife, by demonstrating and …

12

Fauna & Flora International

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $44,617,478 Data: 47%

Fauna & Flora's shared purpose is to protect the diversity of life on Earth, for the survival of the planet and its people. We work …

13

Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $43,656,581 Data: 47%

RSWT's objects are to promote the conservation and study of nature, the promotion of research into such conservation and to educate the public in understanding …

14

Virunga Foundation

GB Trust: 95/100 Revenue: $43,082,590 Data: 47%

A conservation and development organisation with minimal overheads, delivering timely and effective support to the Virunga National Park in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in …

15

ODI Global

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $34,810,701 Data: 47%

ODI is Britain's leading independent think tank on international development and humanitarian issues. Our mission is to inspire and inform policy and practice which lead …

16

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $34,043,000 Data: 47%

The Charity's objects are to raise money solely to allow The Royal Marsden Foundation Trust to fund state-of-the-art equipment and groundbreaking research, create the best …

17

Birdlife International

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $33,013,424 Data: 47%

BirdLife International is a Partnership acting for birds, for priority sites, for the environment and for people. Over ten million people support the BirdLife International …

18

Clean Air Fund

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $32,945,383 Data: 47%

Clean Air Fund brings together philanthropic resources to improve air quality globally. It co-ordinates a collective strategy for air pollution activity, provides grant funding to …

19

International Institute for Environment and Development

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $32,550,000 Data: 47%

An independent, non-profit research institute working in the field of sustainable development. Aims to provide expertise and leadership in researching and achieving sustainable development at …

20

Ecological Restoration Fund

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $32,327,978 Data: 47%

Support organisations that protect biodiverse hotspots, rejuvenate degraded landscapes and promote environmental activism.

21

East End Homes Limited

GB Trust: 95/100 Revenue: $30,664,000 Data: 47%

East End Homes is in business to provide its residents of Tower Hamlets with quality homes, sustainable estates, and effective and efficient local housing services. …

22

Shell Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $29,307,733 Data: 47%

Shell Foundation mission is to apply business thinking to major social and environmental issues linked to the energy sector - and seek to relieve poverty …

23

The Sigrid Rausing Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $28,952,645 Data: 47%

The Trust gives grants to support work on human rights and rule of law, open societies, and the environment. We support groups in a number …

24

Oxford Archaeology Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $27,565,833 Data: 47%

Archaeological research, archaeological excavations and analysis and publication, heritage and conservation advice.

25

One Ummah

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $24,408,631 Data: 53%

One Ummah Charity works to relieve poverty both locally here in the UK and Internationally. Our main work involves providing emergency aid in disaster stricken …

26

The Earthshot Prize

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $23,932,301 Data: 47%

Running the Earthshot Prize which is a charitable prize awarded to organisations and individuals doing exceptional environmental work across the world. The prize includes a …

27

Science Based Targets Initiative

GB Trust: 87/100 Revenue: $22,199,368 Data: 47%

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a corporate climate action organization that enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating …

28

Money Advice Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $21,681,305 Data: 47%

We help people across the UK tackle their debts and manage their money with confidence. The Trust?s main activities are providing free advice through National …

29

Jnf Charitable Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $21,561,000 Data: 47%

JNF UK is an organisation raising funds for environmental and humanitarian causes in Israel.

30

The Virgin Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $21,494,000 Data: 47%

Virgin Unite was established by Richard Branson and staff across the Virgin Group to deliver entrepreneurial approaches to social and environmental issues. Virgin Unite works …

31

The Landmark Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $20,232,000 Data: 47%

Acquires smaller historic buildings that are at risk and in some way significant. These are restored to the highest standards of conservation using traditional materials …

32

Wcmc

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $20,103,471 Data: 47%

To evaluate and highlight the many values of biodiversity and put authoritative biodiversity knowledge at the centre of decision-making.

33

Vodafone Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $19,589,579 Data: 47%

Vodafone Foundation is at the centre of a network of 24 global & local social investment programmes. Through this unique network, we are able to …

34

International Fund for Animal Welfare (ifaw)

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $17,884,875 Data: 47%

INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR ANIMAL WELFARE (IFAW) RESCUES AND PROTECTS ANIMALS AROUND THE WORLD. WE RESCUE INDIVIDUAL ANIMALS, CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT ANIMAL CRUELTY AND ADVOCATE FOR …

35

The Roundhouse Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $16,623,000 Data: 47%

Providing an environment and facilities where young people can further their creative aspirations; developing a broad and mixed artisitc programme to be presented in The …

36

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $16,560,076 Data: 47%

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust works for a Yorkshire rich in wildlife, valued and enjoyed by people. Through the support of our members and volunteers we remain …

37

Blue Ventures Conservation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $16,519,444 Data: 47%

Blue Ventures is a science-led social enterprise that works with coastal communities to develop transformative approaches for nurturing and sustaining locally led marine conservation initiatives. …

38

Plymouth Marine Laboratory

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $16,390,000 Data: 47%

PML undertakes scientifically excellent research that generates greater understanding of the marine environment, the threats it faces, and its relationship with society. PML uses this …

39

Caribbean Biodiversity Fund

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $16,360,142 Data: 47%

Established in September 2012, the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) is a regional Environmental Fund whose objective is to provide a sustainable flow of resources to …

40

Greenham Trust Ltd

GB Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $16,272,008 Data: 53%

Community Development, External Grants, Nature Conservation, Arts , Partnership Working, Sport and Recreation,Resource Centre for Disadvantaged Groups, Horticultural Therapy Centre , and Support for Local …

41

Afghanaid

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $15,895,649 Data: 5%

Afghanaid's work is to assist village level groups to improve their livlihoods and to mitigate some of the disadvantages they face. Improved livlihoods are acheived …

42

The Climate Change Organisation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $15,120,278 Data: 47%

The Climate Group's mission is to accelerate climate action to achieve a world of no more than 1.5 degrees C of global warming & greater …

43

The Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire Cambridgeshire Northamptonshire

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $13,977,171 Data: 47%

Conservation and enhancement of wildlife habitats and biodiversity throughoput Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire and enhancing everyone's enjoyment and understanding of wildlife.

44

C40 Cities Climate Leadership

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $13,901,000 Data: 47%

C40 is a global network of nearly 100 mayors of the world's leading cities that are united in action to confront the climate crisis and …

45

Cumbria Wildlife Trust Ltd

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $13,804,508 Data: 47%

Cumbria Wildlife Trust is the only voluntary organisation solely devoted to the conservation of the wildlife and wild places of Cumbria. The Trust stands up …

46

Tusk Trust Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $13,570,369 Data: 47%

TUSK'S MISSION IS TO AMPLIFY THE IMPACT OF PROGRESSIVE CONSERVATION INITIATIVES ACROSS AFRICA. WE PARTNER WITH THE MOST EFFECTIVE LOCAL ORGANISATIONS, INVESTING IN THEIR IN-DEPTH …

47

Saint Francis Hospice Development Trust

GB Revenue: $13,542,696 Data: 33%
48

Blue Marine Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $12,977,221 Data: 47%

Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE) exists to combat overfishing and the destruction of biodiversity through the creation of large-scale marine reserves and by delivering new models …

49

Choose Love

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $12,593,084 Data: 47%

In both emergency disaster relief and protracted crises, Choose Love works to identify, close and prevent gaps in support displaced people around the world. We …

50

Holstein Uk

GB Revenue: $12,564,946 Data: 47%

PROMOTION OF THE UK HOLSTEIN AND FRIESIAN DAIRY CATTLE BREEDS. SUPPORT FOR THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF THE UK DAIRY INDUSTRY

51

The John Cornwell Vc National Memorial

GB Revenue: $12,460,971 Data: 33%
52

The Warwickshire Wildlife Trust Limited

GB Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $12,415,483 Data: 53%

Protect and enhance wildlife, natural habitats and geology, and encourage greater awareness, appreciation and participation in all aspects of nature conservation and the environment.

53

Epping Forest

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $12,374,168 Data: 47%

The purpose of the Charity is the preservation of Epping Forest in perpetuity by the City of London Corporation as the Conservators of Epping Forest, …

54

Traffic International

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $12,254,247 Data: 53%

TRAFFIC works to ensure that trade is not a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC actively monitors and investigates wildlife trade and advocates policy …

55

The Royal Foundation of the Prince and Princess of Wales

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $12,168,503 Data: 47%

The Foundation is a philanthropic investor in three key areas, both in the United Kingdom and overseas: helping disadvantaged young people, supporting military veterans and …

56

Centre for Sustainable Energy

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $11,707,128 Data: 47%

CSE's mission is to advance sustainable energy policy and practice. CSE seeks energy solutions that engage people and communities to meet real needs for both …

57

Avalon Group (social Care)

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $11,664,881 Data: 47%

Avalon strives to support adults in need of care to be full citizens and to live as independently as possible in a supportive environment. Family …

58

The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust

GB Trust: 95/100 Revenue: $11,597,432 Data: 47%

For over 75 years we have been researching why species like the grey partridge, water vole, corn bunting and black grouse have declined. We are …

59

Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 90/100 Revenue: $10,940,195 Data: 53%

BBOWT is the only voluntary organisation concerned with all aspects of nature conservation in Berks, Bucks & Oxon. We care for 85 nature reserves that …

60

The Institution of Chemical Engineers

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $10,815,000 Data: 47%

Promoting and advancing the science of chemical engineering in all its branches, promoting competence and a commitment to sustainable development, advancing the discipline for the …

61

Grimsby Youth Zone

GB Revenue: $10,723,970 Data: 40%

Grimsby Youth Zone exists to help and educate young people resident in Grimsby and surrounding areas. Providing an inspiring environment and positive activities to spend …

62

Hammersmith & Fulham Youth Zone

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $10,380,415 Data: 47%

Hammersmith & Fulham Youth Zone exists to help and educate young people resident in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham and surrounding areas. Providing …

63

Sheldrick Wildlife Trust UK

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $10,350,160 Data: 47%

Embracing measures for the protection and preservation of wildlife and habitats in Kenya. Including anti-poaching, community support, wild orphans rescue and rehabilitation and mobile veterinary …

64

The Land Restoration Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $10,277,000 Data: 47%

The Land Trust manages public open spaces on behalf of and with local communities. We are a dynamic, commercially focussed organisation whose financial strength enables …

65

Essex Wildlife Trust Limited

GB Trust: 90/100 Revenue: $9,953,036 Data: 47%

The three main areas of activity are the management of nature reserves, conservation, and people and wildlife. All these activities aim to promote conservation and …

66

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $9,876,625 Data: 47%

The Trust exists to advance, promote and further conservation maintenance and protection of wildlife and its habitats, places of natural beauty, places of zoological, botanical, …

67

Climate Bonds Initiative

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $9,505,558 Data: 47%

CBI is an international not-for-profit which promotes the development of climate bonds. It aims to raise awareness about the existence and benefits of climate bonds …

68

Esmee Fairbairn Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $9,483,000 Data: 47%

We are one of the largest independent foundations in the UK. Our primary interests are in the arts, children and young people, the environment and …

69

Fia Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $9,422,517 Data: 47%

The FIA Foundation manages and supports an international programme of activities promoting road safety, environmental protection and sustainable mobility, as well as funding specialist motor …

70

Btp

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $9,363,776 Data: 40%

A grant-making charitable trust, established to support the work of charities, organisations, and individuals working to effect change and create a more equal and sustainable …

71

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $9,221,000 Data: 47%

To promote the conservation of nature for purposes of study and research and to educate the public in the understanding and appreciation of nature, the …

72

Hubbub Foundation Uk

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,906,340 Data: 47%

TO PROMOTE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC THE CONSERVATION PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT BY INCREASING PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF HUMAN …

73

Eleva Foundation Ltd

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,889,477 Data: 47%

We have a collaboration with Unicef. We are impressed with their reach, transparency and experience in eliciting long term sustainable change. We aim to help …

74

The Rivers Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,846,517 Data: 47%

To advance the understanding of water management, leading to sustainable environmental improvement, and the understanding of rivers, their flora and fauna, based on integrated catchment …

75

Hospice of St Francis (berkhamsted) Ltd

GB Trust: 85/100 Revenue: $8,736,000 Data: 47%

The Hospice of St Francis (Berkhamsted) Ltd aims to achieve the best quality of life for patients with life-limiting illness, using the skills of a …

76

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 75/100 Revenue: $8,733,131 Data: 53%

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is the leading wildlife conservation charity working to protect and enhance the wildlife and habitats of Nottinghamshire by managing nature reserves, engaging, …

77

World Land Trust

GB Revenue: $8,699,000 Data: 47%

To promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the natural environment.To protect and sustainably manage natural ecosystems of the world and to conserve their biodiversity.To …

78

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust Limited

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $8,546,000 Data: 47%

Mission Statement: To protect and enhance the wildlife and wild places of Staffordshire and to promote understanding, enjoyment and involvement in the natural world

79

Care Housing Association

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,231,915 Data: 47%

Care HA provide accommodation to individuals requiring support to live as independently as possible within the community. We partner with Care Providers and Local Authorities …

80

Plantlife International Fund

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,112,649 Data: 42%
81

The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,082,106 Data: 47%

The promotion of agriculture, horticulture, forestry and conservation, primarily through the society's Summer show, Winter fair and Spring festival.

82

The Martin Laing Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $8,027,451 Data: 47%

This is a grant-making trust offering financial support to other charities/voluntary organisations. Grants are made for a wide range of charitable purposes, but there is …

83

Synchronicity Earth

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,875,000 Data: 47%

Synchronicity Earth identifies the biggest priorities for conservation and brings charities, experts and philanthropists together to meet them. By nurturing collaborations, we help scale up …

84

Suffolk Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,710,000 Data: 47%

Suffolk Wildlife Trust's mission is to safeguard the wildlife of Suffolk for the future by managing nature reserves, influencing the management of land and water, …

85

Cornwall Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 95/100 Revenue: $7,647,715 Data: 47%

RECORD, STUDY AND PROTECT PLACES AND OBJECTS OF ORNITHOLOGICAL, ENTOMOLOGICAL, BOTANICAL, ZOOLOGICAL, GEOLOGICAL, ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR SCIENTIFIC INTEREST, OR OF NATURAL BEAUTY; OWN AND MANAGE NATURE …

86

The Bristol Clifton and West of England Zoological Society Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,637,000 Data: 47%

Operation of Bristol Zoo Project. Field conservation and research projects.

87

Devon Wildlife Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,527,235 Data: 47%

Devon Wildlife Trust works to achieve its charitable purpose of a Devon rich in wildlife by:securing wildlife rich habitat under sound management, challenging thinking and …

88

Helen Brotherton Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,321,729 Data: 42%
89

Forest Peoples Programme

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,259,784 Data: 47%

To support indigenous and tribal forest peoples to promote their collective and individual rights, secure their lands and manage thier natural resources to build their …

90

South of England Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,193,000 Data: 47%

Charlton Athletic Community Trust works with all people regardless of their background, etnicity, economic status or physical ability. Its legal objectives are to promote any …

91

Social Business Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $7,102,321 Data: 47%

The Social Business Trust is a partnership of world class businesses who share a common goal - to use their combined resources and experience to …

92

Environmental Justice Foundation Charitable Trust

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,987,520 Data: 47%

EJF protects biodiversity and defends the most basic human rights to a secure environment. EJF trains and equips environmental defenders and works at the grassroots …

93

Farplace Animal Rescue

GB Trust: 80/100 Revenue: $6,980,153 Data: 47%

Animal Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Environmental Enhancement

94

Lucille Foundation

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,837,713 Data: 47%

The Lucille Foundation is an independent grant-making charitable trust. We fund organisations in the developing world and the UK that promote community empowerment and fight …

95

Sea Life Trust Limited

GB Trust: 97/100 Revenue: $6,763,872 Data: 47%

The SEA LIFE TRUST develops, delivers and supports projects and campaigns and operates marine wildlife sanctuaries to help make a measurable difference to the protection …

96

Greenhouse Sports Limited

GB Trust: 85/100 Revenue: $6,737,226 Data: 53%

Greenhouse Sports is a London-based charity that uses sport to engage young people living in the inner-city. It aims to develop social, thinking, emotional and …

97

Environmental Investigation Agency Uk

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,617,426 Data: 47%

We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse. Our focus is the protection of climate, forests, ocean and wildlife. Our findings are used to …

98

Sustainability. Health. Environment. Development.

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,552,051 Data: 40%

Promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public. Promote equality and diversity for the public benefit.

99

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,287,404 Data: 47%

To lead by example in delivering natures recovery, connecting all communities and generations with our natural world and empowering them to take meaningful and positive …

100

Groundwork Yorkshire Limited

GB Trust: 100/100 Revenue: $6,273,323 Data: 47%

To bring about lasting environmental improvements through partnerships and contributing to the economic and social regeneration in the area we operate in.