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Plants For A Future

Also known as: Pfaf

The Charity's current activities include carrying out research surveys of sites with self-reliance aims, particularly those using vegan-organic methods and/or permaculture design; and a comprehensive overhaul and re-development of our website and plants database. We provide small grants as seed-funding for suitable food forest projects.

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Activities & Mission

The Charity's current activities include carrying out research surveys of sites with self-reliance aims, particularly those using vegan-organic methods and/or permaculture design; and a comprehensive overhaul and re-development of our website and plants database. We provide small grants as seed-funding for suitable food forest projects.

Grants

Plants For A Future makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
individuals
Total spending (2025)
£27,152
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
education and training and the environment, conservation, or heritage

As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.

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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

Latest Income
£19,268
Latest Expenditure
£27,152

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 140.9%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£19,268
£27,1520 / 0
2024
£23,982
£32,0090 / 1
2023
£26,426
£32,5600 / 1
2022
£38,074
£22,4150 / 1
2021
£27,397
£23,4240 / 1

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Plants For A Future

What does Plants For A Future do?

The Charity's current activities include carrying out research surveys of sites with self-reliance aims, particularly those using vegan-organic methods and/or permaculture design; and a comprehensive overhaul and re-development of our website and plants database. We provide small grants as seed-funding for suitable food forest projects.

How much income did Plants For A Future report in 2025?

Plants For A Future reported total income of £19k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Plants For A Future registered as a charity?

Plants For A Future was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 August 1996 as charity number 1057719. It has been registered for 30 years.

Who runs Plants For A Future?

Plants For A Future is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Plants For A Future operate?

Plants For A Future operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Plants For A Future a registered charity?

Yes — Plants For A Future is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057719.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
www.pfaf.org
Registration Date
22 August 1996
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1057719
Charity Number
1057719

Trustees

DAVID GEARING
Dr CHRISTINE ELIZABETH MARSH
GEORGE SOBOL
MR ED SEARS
PAUL HARDING

Also Known As

  • Pfaf

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