One Acre UK Limited
Also known as: One Acre Fund UK
We provide a complete set of services to smallholder farmers in rural East Africa:1. Financing for farm inputs2. Distribution of seed and fertilizer3. Training on agricultural techniques4. Market facilitation to maximize profits from harvest sales
Activities & Mission
We provide a complete set of services to smallholder farmers in rural East Africa:1. Financing for farm inputs2. Distribution of seed and fertilizer3. Training on agricultural techniques4. Market facilitation to maximize profits from harvest sales
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.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 67% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £261,036 | £276,638 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £43,446 | £27,014 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £4,496,847 | £4,467,321 | £4,467,321 | £34,869 | £34,869 | 2 / 0 |
| 2021 | £196,078 | £211,667 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about One Acre UK Limited
What does One Acre UK Limited do?
We provide a complete set of services to smallholder farmers in rural East Africa:1. Financing for farm inputs2. Distribution of seed and fertilizer3. Training on agricultural techniques4. Market facilitation to maximize profits from harvest sales
How much income did One Acre UK Limited report in 2024?
One Acre UK Limited reported total income of £261k and reported expenditure of £277k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is One Acre UK Limited?
One Acre UK Limited has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was One Acre UK Limited registered as a charity?
One Acre UK Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 August 2013 as charity number 1153193. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs One Acre UK Limited?
One Acre UK Limited is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Matthew Forti. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does One Acre UK Limited operate?
One Acre UK Limited operates across 11 areas, including Burundi, India, Kenya and 8 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is One Acre UK Limited a registered charity?
Yes — One Acre UK Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153193.
Details
Kemp House
152 - 160 City Road
London
EC1V 2NX
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Also Known As
- One Acre Fund UK
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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