The Proforest Initiative
Concerned with sustainable production and sourcing of agricultural and forest commodities. Work is delivered through programmes - global level - providing technical support to multi-stakeholder initiatives, using partnerships to develop capacity and innovating approaches for smallholder development - regional level - addressing deforestation, climate change and sustainable economic development.
Activities & Mission
Concerned with sustainable production and sourcing of agricultural and forest commodities. Work is delivered through programmes - global level - providing technical support to multi-stakeholder initiatives, using partnerships to develop capacity and innovating approaches for smallholder development - regional level - addressing deforestation, climate change and sustainable economic development.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 64% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 829). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054,204 | £1,030,699 | £1,030,699 | £402,400 | £402,400 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,540,689 | £1,611,894 | £1,611,894 | £378,895 | £378,895 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,564,056 | £2,566,101 | £2,566,101 | £450,100 | £450,100 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,222,839 | £2,215,905 | £2,215,905 | £452,145 | £452,145 | 0 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,970,778 | £2,055,526 | £2,055,526 | £445,211 | £431,073 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Proforest Initiative
What does The Proforest Initiative do?
Concerned with sustainable production and sourcing of agricultural and forest commodities. Work is delivered through programmes - global level - providing technical support to multi-stakeholder initiatives, using partnerships to develop capacity and innovating approaches for smallholder development - regional level - addressing deforestation, climate change and sustainable economic development.
How much income did The Proforest Initiative report in 2024?
The Proforest Initiative reported total income of £1.05m and reported expenditure of £1.03m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Proforest Initiative?
The Proforest Initiative has a program ratio of 97.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 829 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Proforest Initiative registered as a charity?
The Proforest Initiative was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 August 2010 as charity number 1137523. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Proforest Initiative?
The Proforest Initiative is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Christopher Alexander Elliott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Proforest Initiative operate?
The Proforest Initiative operates across 15 areas, including Brazil, Cameroon, Central African Republic and 12 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Proforest Initiative a registered charity?
Yes — The Proforest Initiative is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137523.
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