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The Carbon Community

The Carbon Community is a science led charity dedicated to carbon capture via creation of new community forests in the UK. Our tree planting will capture millions of tonnes of CO2 and make a material difference to global heating. Through our research with the world's leading scientists we aim that every forest captures twice the amount of CO2 than traditional woodland. www.carboncommunity.org

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Activities & Mission

The Carbon Community is a science led charity dedicated to carbon capture via creation of new community forests in the UK. Our tree planting will capture millions of tonnes of CO2 and make a material difference to global heating. Through our research with the world's leading scientists we aim that every forest captures twice the amount of CO2 than traditional woodland. www.carboncommunity.org

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
£76,977
Latest Expenditure
£36,302

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 2.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 98.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 53.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £642,261
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £18,917
Raising Funds £350
Governance £9,936
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£76,977
£36,3020 / 310
2023
£216,557
£95,8870 / 167
2022
£320,786
£91,2830 / 101
2021
£313,546
£50,6370 / 80
2020
£642,261
£19,267£18,917£622,994£9,9540 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Carbon Community

What does The Carbon Community do?

The Carbon Community is a science led charity dedicated to carbon capture via creation of new community forests in the UK. Our tree planting will capture millions of tonnes of CO2 and make a material difference to global heating. Through our research with the world's leading scientists we aim that every forest captures twice the amount of CO2 than traditional woodland. www.carboncommunity.org

How much income did The Carbon Community report in 2024?

The Carbon Community reported total income of £77k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Carbon Community registered as a charity?

The Carbon Community was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 January 2020 as charity number 1187231. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Carbon Community?

The Carbon Community is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Charles Nicholls. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Carbon Community operate?

The Carbon Community operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Carbon Community a registered charity?

Yes — The Carbon Community is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187231.

Details

Address
40 Alma Road
Windsor
SL4 3HJ
Registration Date
6 January 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5149822
Charity Number
1187231

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Trustees

Charles Nicholls Chair
Heather Allen
Also governs 1 other charity
JANE NICHOLLS
Sonia Winder

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