Animal Concern Cumbria
We are an animal rescue and rehoming charity, operating within and around Cumbria. We aim to help neglected or unwanted animals, and to arrange for the provision of good homes for them. It is our policy never to put down an animal except where legally required or on the advice of a veterinary surgeon.
Activities & Mission
We are an animal rescue and rehoming charity, operating within and around Cumbria. We aim to help neglected or unwanted animals, and to arrange for the provision of good homes for them. It is our policy never to put down an animal except where legally required or on the advice of a veterinary surgeon.
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 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1431). How is this calculated?
Higher than 61% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 80% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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.
The Commission record shows these related events on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2024 — The Samuel and Freda Parkinson Charitable Trust (organisation 327749)
- Asset transfer in in 2017 — Animal Concern Cumbria (organisation 513091)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £141,973 | £337,947 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £583,982 | £323,258 | £322,120 | £2,865,677 | £2,865,677 | 10 / 13 |
| 2022 | £80,613 | £152,801 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £871,842 | £152,686 | £147,291 | £2,677,366 | £2,677,366 | 5 / 3 |
| 2020 | £1,250,588 | £188,008 | £154,780 | £1,956,801 | £275,000 | 6 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Animal Concern Cumbria
What does Animal Concern Cumbria do?
We are an animal rescue and rehoming charity, operating within and around Cumbria. We aim to help neglected or unwanted animals, and to arrange for the provision of good homes for them. It is our policy never to put down an animal except where legally required or on the advice of a veterinary surgeon.
How much income did Animal Concern Cumbria report in 2024?
Animal Concern Cumbria reported total income of £142k and reported expenditure of £338k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Animal Concern Cumbria?
Animal Concern Cumbria has a program ratio of 55.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1431 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Animal Concern Cumbria registered as a charity?
Animal Concern Cumbria was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 April 2015 as charity number 1161354. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Animal Concern Cumbria?
Animal Concern Cumbria is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jennifer McGill. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Animal Concern Cumbria operate?
Animal Concern Cumbria operates across 4 areas: Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire and Northumberland.
Is Animal Concern Cumbria a registered charity?
Yes — Animal Concern Cumbria is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1161354.
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