Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO
Every year we take in and rehome over 400 dogs and cats which may be unwanted or lost and homeless. We provide a secure and caring environment and help all our animals adapt and find permanent, loving new homes. We also provide support and guidance for pet owners and undertake educational work to increase awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals and their welfare.
Activities & Mission
Every year we take in and rehome over 400 dogs and cats which may be unwanted or lost and homeless. We provide a secure and caring environment and help all our animals adapt and find permanent, loving new homes. We also provide support and guidance for pet owners and undertake educational work to increase awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals and their welfare.
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 10% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 59). How is this calculated?
Higher than 17% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 2014 — Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) (organisation 3977091)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,160,153 | £650,449 | £383,566 | £4,363,740 | £4,022,693 | 7 / 230 |
| 2023 | £950,668 | £584,336 | £396,463 | £3,838,494 | £3,504,277 | 12 / 117 |
| 2022 | £381,717 | £409,550 | 0 / 81 | |||
| 2021 | £389,231 | £337,430 | 0 / 86 | |||
| 2020 | £336,870 | £254,377 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO
What does Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO do?
Every year we take in and rehome over 400 dogs and cats which may be unwanted or lost and homeless. We provide a secure and caring environment and help all our animals adapt and find permanent, loving new homes. We also provide support and guidance for pet owners and undertake educational work to increase awareness of the responsibility we all have towards animals and their welfare.
How much income did Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO report in 2024?
Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO reported total income of £1.16m and reported expenditure of £650k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO?
Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO has a program ratio of 33.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 10% of UK Animals charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 59 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO registered as a charity?
Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 September 2013 as charity number 1153737. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO?
Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO operate?
Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO a registered charity?
Yes — Animal Rescue Cumbria (the Wainwright Shelter) CIO is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1153737.
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