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Ethiopian Conservation Trust

Also known as: Ethiopian Heritage Trust (uk)

The Trust works through trusted partners in Ethiopia to restore and conserve lands of natural beauty and historic buildings in Ethiopia. For some years support focused on the development and guardianship of the 13 sq km Entoto Natural Park on the outskirts of Addis Ababa where over 600,000 indigenoous trees have been planted. Today the Trust focuses on projects outside the capital city.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust works through trusted partners in Ethiopia to restore and conserve lands of natural beauty and historic buildings in Ethiopia. For some years support focused on the development and guardianship of the 13 sq km Entoto Natural Park on the outskirts of Addis Ababa where over 600,000 indigenoous trees have been planted. Today the Trust focuses on projects outside the capital city.

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 Information

Latest Income
£6,813
Latest Expenditure
£2,352

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 34.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 34.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2022
£20,106
£5,8010 / 0
2021
£36,061
£14,4880 / 1
2020
£10,162
£6,3610 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Ethiopian Conservation Trust

What does Ethiopian Conservation Trust do?

The Trust works through trusted partners in Ethiopia to restore and conserve lands of natural beauty and historic buildings in Ethiopia. For some years support focused on the development and guardianship of the 13 sq km Entoto Natural Park on the outskirts of Addis Ababa where over 600,000 indigenoous trees have been planted. Today the Trust focuses on projects outside the capital city.

How much income did Ethiopian Conservation Trust report in 2022?

Ethiopian Conservation Trust reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Ethiopian Conservation Trust registered as a charity?

Ethiopian Conservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 March 2020 as charity number 1188689. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs Ethiopian Conservation Trust?

Ethiopian Conservation Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Dowdeswell Sargent MA OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Ethiopian Conservation Trust operate?

Ethiopian Conservation Trust operates in Ethiopia, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Ethiopian Conservation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Ethiopian Conservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1188689.

Details

Address
12 The Glebe
Blackheath
LONDON
SE3 9TG
Registration Date
20 March 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5131850
Charity Number
1188689

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Trustees

Michael Dowdeswell Sargent MA OBE Chair
Christopher Ward Sargent
Dr Dorothea McEwan Ph.D.
Dr FARAH altenberg
Dr Jacqueline Sharon Phillips
Dr Negussie Araya Tewoldemedhin Ph.D
Dr Yonas Ghebremichael Weldeselassie Ph.D.
Ensermu Workneh
HANNA DESTA
Komeil Karimi
LUISA TATOLI
STEPHANIA DRAKOU

Also Known As

  • Ethiopian Conservation Trust
  • Ethiopian Heritage Trust (uk)

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