Quadrature Charitable Foundation
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Qcf, Quadrature Capital Foundation, Quadrature Climate Foundation
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
Activities & Mission
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
Grants
Quadrature Charitable Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2025)
- £300,292,458
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £336,123,805 | £314,872,107 | £300,292,458 | £48,198,716 | £47,972,038 | 39 / 0 |
| 2024 | £221,729,288 | £216,076,628 | £204,705,047 | £26,947,018 | £26,947,018 | 27 / 0 |
| 2023 | £269,860,805 | £256,380,720 | £246,830,765 | £21,294,358 | £21,294,358 | 15 / 0 |
| 2022 | £130,258,181 | £130,327,693 | £130,327,693 | £7,814,273 | £7,814,273 | 12 / 0 |
| 2021 | £60,263,812 | £58,872,788 | £58,872,788 | £7,883,785 | £7,883,785 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Quadrature Charitable Foundation
What does Quadrature Charitable Foundation do?
QCF is an independent foundation focused on the urgent challenge of climate change, funding innovative, science-led solutions that reduce carbon emissions, remove greenhouse gases from the atmosphere and help the world's most vulnerable people respond to the impacts of climate change, all in pursuit of a climate-resilient future.
How much income did Quadrature Charitable Foundation report in 2025?
Quadrature Charitable Foundation reported total income of £336.12m and reported expenditure of £314.87m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Quadrature Charitable Foundation registered as a charity?
Quadrature Charitable Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2020 as charity number 1187301. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Quadrature Charitable Foundation?
Quadrature Charitable Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Quadrature Charitable Foundation operate?
Quadrature Charitable Foundation operates across 16 areas, including Australia, Belgium, Brazil and 13 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Quadrature Charitable Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Quadrature Charitable Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187301.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Qcf
- Quadrature Capital Foundation
- Quadrature Climate Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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