Is Fungus Conservation Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Fungus Conservation Trust as a registered charity (number 1118651) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Fungus Conservation Trust's charity number?

Fungus Conservation Trust's charity number is 1118651. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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How can I donate to Fungus Conservation Trust?

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What was Fungus Conservation Trust previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Fungus Conservation Trust: The Association of British Fungus Groups.

When was Fungus Conservation Trust registered as a charity?

Fungus Conservation Trust was entered on the register on 2 April 2007.

Registered charity · No. 1118651

Fungus Conservation Trust

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Fungus Conservation Trust is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, environment/conservation/heritage.

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What are the key facts about Fungus Conservation Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2025-04-05: £5,522
Reported spending · year ending 2025-04-05: £3,818
Registered charity number: 1118651
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Kington
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.fungustrust.org.uk

What does the register show for Fungus Conservation Trust?

Fungus Conservation Trust (number 1118651) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Fungus Conservation Trust do?

The Fungus Conservation Trust (formerly ABFG) looks after the interests of mycological foray groups in the United Kingdom and we support amateur mycologists in their activities. Since January 2008 the Trust has managed a national online database of fungi as part of its conservation and education responsibilities.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-21.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Fungus Conservation Trust

Answers Fungus Conservation Trust gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register records Fungus Conservation Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 2 April 2007
Previous names on the register: The Association of British Fungus Groups
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales · Scotland

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-21. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Fungus Conservation Trust registered for?

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Fungus Conservation Trust yet?

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What should you check before donating to Fungus Conservation Trust?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fungus Conservation Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Fungus Conservation Trust as a registered charity (number 1118651) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Fungus Conservation Trust's charity number?: Fungus Conservation Trust's charity number is 1118651. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1118651?: Search 1118651 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Fungus Conservation Trust do?: The Fungus Conservation Trust (formerly ABFG) looks after the interests of mycological foray groups in the United Kingdom and we support amateur mycologists in their activities. Since January 2008 the Trust has managed a national online database of fungi as part of its conservation and education responsibilities.
Does Fungus Conservation Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fungus Conservation Trust. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Fungus Conservation Trust?: Fungus Conservation Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.fungustrust.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Fungus Conservation Trust?: The register records Fungus Conservation Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
What was Fungus Conservation Trust previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Fungus Conservation Trust: The Association of British Fungus Groups.
When was Fungus Conservation Trust registered as a charity?: Fungus Conservation Trust was entered on the register on 2 April 2007.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-21, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.