Forest Upcycling Project
The Forest Upcycling Project collects unwanted furniture and electrical goods in the Forest of Dean and works with disabled and unemployed people to repair and upcycle it selling to everyone, but to low income families at very reduced rates (and if needed free). Groups benefitting include people that believe in reuse and recycling, disabled, unemployed and philanthropists willing to volunteer.
Activities & Mission
The Forest Upcycling Project collects unwanted furniture and electrical goods in the Forest of Dean and works with disabled and unemployed people to repair and upcycle it selling to everyone, but to low income families at very reduced rates (and if needed free). Groups benefitting include people that believe in reuse and recycling, disabled, unemployed and philanthropists willing to volunteer.
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 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 16% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 | £998,261 | £961,970 | £831,440 | £325,473 | £120,000 | 37 / 44 |
| 2024 | £925,845 | £929,043 | £929,043 | £289,187 | £289,187 | 37 / 30 |
| 2023 | £746,756 | £633,963 | £633,963 | £292,382 | £120,000 | 33 / 38 |
| 2022 | £601,050 | £577,031 | £577,031 | £179,337 | £155,318 | 28 / 40 |
| 2021 | £468,463 | £430,114 | 0 / 45 |
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Frequently asked questions about Forest Upcycling Project
What does Forest Upcycling Project do?
The Forest Upcycling Project collects unwanted furniture and electrical goods in the Forest of Dean and works with disabled and unemployed people to repair and upcycle it selling to everyone, but to low income families at very reduced rates (and if needed free). Groups benefitting include people that believe in reuse and recycling, disabled, unemployed and philanthropists willing to volunteer.
How much income did Forest Upcycling Project report in 2025?
Forest Upcycling Project reported total income of £998k and reported expenditure of £962k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Forest Upcycling Project?
Forest Upcycling Project has a program ratio of 83.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 39% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Forest Upcycling Project registered as a charity?
Forest Upcycling Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2014 as charity number 1158797. It has been registered for 12 years.
Who runs Forest Upcycling Project?
Forest Upcycling Project is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Tanya Jenkins. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Forest Upcycling Project operate?
Forest Upcycling Project operates across 2 areas: Gloucestershire and Monmouthshire.
Is Forest Upcycling Project a registered charity?
Yes — Forest Upcycling Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158797.
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