BASIC INCOME EARTH NETWORK (BIEN)
The Basic Income Earth Network (BIEN) offers education about alternative arguments about, proposals for, and problems concerning, basic income as idea, institution, and public policy practice. BIEN organises public conferences around the world on an annual basis and serves as a repository of published research.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that BIEN's finances are stable and it is in an 'enviable financial position' due to realized grants from Mustardseed Trust and anticipated funding from ITSA Foundation. However, total expenditure for the year (£121,712.96) significantly exceeded total income (£53,163.07), resulting in a net decrease in reserves.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Diana Bashur
- Dr Jurgen De Wispelaere
- Dr Miriam Opwonya Laker
- Dr Neil Howard
- Dr Vibhor Mathur
- Fabienne Hansen
- James Patrick Grant
- Olaf Michael Johannes Ostertag
- Professor Lindsay Stirton
- Seng Kiat Lee
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £53k | £122k |
| 31/12/2023 | £134k | £43k |
| 31/12/2022 | £54k | £23k |
| 31/12/2021 | £6k | £5k |
| 31/12/2020 | £13k | £3k |
Common questions
Is BASIC INCOME EARTH NETWORK (BIEN) financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that BIEN's finances are stable and it is in an 'enviable financial position' due to realized grants from Mustardseed Trust and anticipated funding from ITSA Foundation. However, total expenditure for the year (£121,712.96) significantly exceeded total income (£53,163.07), resulting in a net decrease in reserves. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds BASIC INCOME EARTH NETWORK (BIEN)?
Funders whose own accounts filings name BASIC INCOME EARTH NETWORK (BIEN) as a grant recipient include THE LANKELLYCHASE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE LANKELLYCHASE FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £220k | To support development of the regional hubs |