Apopo UK
To fund innovative projects and innovation that enables assistance through animal scent detection. By establishing networks, collaboration and developing partnerships with those working in the field, we help to provide solutions addressing social challenges ie through land mine detection, TB detection, disaster search & rescue and illegal animal trafficking, soil pollution, around the world.
Activities & Mission
To fund innovative projects and innovation that enables assistance through animal scent detection. By establishing networks, collaboration and developing partnerships with those working in the field, we help to provide solutions addressing social challenges ie through land mine detection, TB detection, disaster search & rescue and illegal animal trafficking, soil pollution, around the world.
Grants
Apopo UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £87,735
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the advancement of health or the saving of lives and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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 Information
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £90,356 | £87,735 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £65,329 | £52,870 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2023 | £29,488 | £25,710 | 0 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about Apopo UK
What does Apopo UK do?
To fund innovative projects and innovation that enables assistance through animal scent detection. By establishing networks, collaboration and developing partnerships with those working in the field, we help to provide solutions addressing social challenges ie through land mine detection, TB detection, disaster search & rescue and illegal animal trafficking, soil pollution, around the world.
How much income did Apopo UK report in 2025?
Apopo UK reported total income of £90k and reported expenditure of £88k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Apopo UK registered as a charity?
Apopo UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 May 2022 as charity number 1199007. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Apopo UK?
Apopo UK is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan Harry Angus MacDonald OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Apopo UK operate?
Apopo UK operates across 16 areas, including Angola, Azerbaijan, Belgium and 13 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Apopo UK a registered charity?
Yes — Apopo UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199007.
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Trustees
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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