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The Wallacea Trust

Also known as: The Operation Wallacea Trust

The Trust supports activities that could directly contribute towards the conservation of biodiversity in the areas in which Operation Wallacea work. In the last year the Trust have funded a Postdoc to complete an application for the Cusuco National Park and surrounding areas to be funded under the Natural Forest Standard scheme. Over 1000 schools worldwide have been introduced to the WRL data sets

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Activities & Mission

The Trust supports activities that could directly contribute towards the conservation of biodiversity in the areas in which Operation Wallacea work. In the last year the Trust have funded a Postdoc to complete an application for the Cusuco National Park and surrounding areas to be funded under the Natural Forest Standard scheme. Over 1000 schools worldwide have been introduced to the WRL data sets

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
£604,127
Latest Expenditure
£58,230

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 9.6%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 49.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £581,953
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £22,174
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £58,230
Raising Funds £0
Governance £28,766
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£604,127
£58,230£58,230£543,745£179,5040 / 0
2023
£29,591
£19,4920 / 0
2022
£37,991
£20,5030 / 0
2021
£42,167
£32,4810 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Wallacea Trust

What does The Wallacea Trust do?

The Trust supports activities that could directly contribute towards the conservation of biodiversity in the areas in which Operation Wallacea work. In the last year the Trust have funded a Postdoc to complete an application for the Cusuco National Park and surrounding areas to be funded under the Natural Forest Standard scheme. Over 1000 schools worldwide have been introduced to the WRL data sets

How much income did The Wallacea Trust report in 2025?

The Wallacea Trust reported total income of £604k and reported expenditure of £58k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Wallacea Trust registered as a charity?

The Wallacea Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 November 1999 as charity number 1078362. It has been registered for 27 years.

Who runs The Wallacea Trust?

The Wallacea Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Wallacea Trust operate?

The Wallacea Trust operates across 5 areas, including Honduras, Indonesia, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Wallacea Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Wallacea Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1078362.

Details

Address
Operation Wallacea Ltd
Wallace House
Old Bolingbroke
Spilsby
PE23 4EX
Registration Date
26 November 1999
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3961375
Charity Number
1078362

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Trustees

Amy Dixon nee Cowdell
Charlotte Anne Palmer
Dr Chris Richards
Dr Niall McCann
NATHANIEL PAGE
Professor Richard Field

Also Known As

  • The Operation Wallacea Trust

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