Ala Green Charitable Trust

The Ala Green Charitable Trust, established in 2014 by Anthony John Green and fellow trustees, is a UK grant-making charity dedicated to improving outcomes for disadvantaged children and young people through holidays, educational activities, and access to nature, while advancing conservation by nurturing future forestry and environmental professionals. Rooted in values of inclusion, equity, and opportunity—removing barriers based on background, gender, religion, disability, or finances—its relational, evidence-driven approach emphasizes strong partnerships, trustee engagement, impact monitoring, and repeat funding for proven programs.

It prioritizes vulnerable children, including those who are disabled, from underprivileged areas, or full-time carers, via residential holidays and environmental education (e.g., supporting Happy Days Children’s Charity and Go Beyond for breaks addressing poverty, abuse, or bereavement). Environmentally, it backs young people's training, skills, and careers in forestry, notably through the Royal Forestry Society’s Forestry Roots programme, where 85% of trainees secure permanent roles. Grants target direct, high-impact interventions for lasting change.

Eligible applicants are UK-registered charities and not-for-profits operating UK-wide, with a preference for small to medium-sized organizations (typically £100,000–£2 million income) delivering targeted programs; unsolicited applications are welcome. Typical grants range from £5,000–£25,000 (mostly £10,000–£20,000) for projects, programme costs, training, or occasional unrestricted support. Submit via online form, letter, or email by 15 March (April meeting) or 15 October (November meeting); decisions follow within 4–8 weeks.

Unlike broader funders, it avoids capital projects and routine emergency relief, distinguishing itself through its dual focus on children's wellbeing via nature access and environmental talent pipelines, fostering deep, ongoing collaborations for measurable social and ecological impact.