The Downforce Trust
Also known as: Homeland Conservation
The Downforce Trust promotes action on climate change, specifically through funding research and programmes designed to accelerate the deployment and scaling of known technologies. The Trust has a particular interest in carbon drawdown using nature-based solutions as these are available and scalable today.
Activities & Mission
The Downforce Trust promotes action on climate change, specifically through funding research and programmes designed to accelerate the deployment and scaling of known technologies. The Trust has a particular interest in carbon drawdown using nature-based solutions as these are available and scalable today.
Grants
The Downforce Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2026)
- £664,667
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- 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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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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,206,795 | £664,667 | £664,667 | £3,177,799 | £3,177,799 | 3 / 0 |
| 2025 | £1,326,773 | £442,701 | £442,701 | £2,635,671 | £2,635,671 | 2 / 0 |
| 2024 | £534,065 | £379,129 | £379,129 | £1,751,599 | £1,281,973 | 2 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,075,126 | £227,508 | £227,508 | £1,596,663 | £1,596,663 | 2 / 1 |
| 2022 | £600,000 | £50,257 | £50,257 | £651,082 | £651,082 | 3 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Downforce Trust
What does The Downforce Trust do?
The Downforce Trust promotes action on climate change, specifically through funding research and programmes designed to accelerate the deployment and scaling of known technologies. The Trust has a particular interest in carbon drawdown using nature-based solutions as these are available and scalable today.
How much income did The Downforce Trust report in 2026?
The Downforce Trust reported total income of £1.21m and reported expenditure of £665k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Downforce Trust registered as a charity?
The Downforce Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 2020 as charity number 1187541. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs The Downforce Trust?
The Downforce Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Adam Parr. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Downforce Trust operate?
The Downforce Trust operates across 50 areas, including Angola, Australia, Benin and 47 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Downforce Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Downforce Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187541.
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Also Known As
- Homeland Conservation
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- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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- How metrics are calculated