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Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution

Also known as: Bdci

The BDCI (Butchers' and Drovers' Charitable Institution) is the meat industry's own trade charity. It exists to provide support for those who work, or have previously worked, in the meat industry but have fallen on hard times, regardless of their circumstances. Widows, dependants and children may also be eligible for assistance.

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Activities & Mission

The BDCI (Butchers' and Drovers' Charitable Institution) is the meat industry's own trade charity. It exists to provide support for those who work, or have previously worked, in the meat industry but have fallen on hard times, regardless of their circumstances. Widows, dependants and children may also be eligible for assistance.

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£590,719
Latest Expenditure
£427,392

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 52.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 72.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 27.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £32,197
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £503,429
Other Income £55,093

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £311,409
Raising Funds £76,795
Governance £39,188
Grants to Institutions £25,000
Other Expenditure £39,188

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£590,719
£427,392£311,409£16,280,842£420,8520 / 1
2024
£443,084
£507,6560 / 2
2023
£466,106
£414,1630 / 2
2022
£497,201
£386,7640 / 2
2021
£491,275
£405,4300 / 2

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution

What does Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution do?

The BDCI (Butchers' and Drovers' Charitable Institution) is the meat industry's own trade charity. It exists to provide support for those who work, or have previously worked, in the meat industry but have fallen on hard times, regardless of their circumstances. Widows, dependants and children may also be eligible for assistance.

How much income did Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution report in 2025?

Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution reported total income of £591k and reported expenditure of £427k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution registered as a charity?

Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 February 2014 as charity number 1155703. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution?

Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution operate?

Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution operates across 3 areas: Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution a registered charity?

Yes — Butchers And Drovers Charitable Institution is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155703.

Details

Address
Fountain Precinct
4th Floor Orchard Lane Wing
Balm Green
SHEFFIELD
S1 2JA
Registration Date
7 February 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5043593
Charity Number
1155703

Trustees

Christine Helen Walsh
Edward Frederick Hoefling
James Ian Sydenham
Michael Peter Attwood
Nicola Louise Saint
Susan Elizabeth Hoefling

Also Known As

  • Bdci

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