Cat Action Trust 1977
Also known as: Cat 1977
The charity's main objective remains the control of feral cats, by limiting their numbers throught neutering and returning to site, by providing veterinary care where necessary and by finding homes for kittens and tame stray cats. Each year the charity manages to neuter more than 1000 cats, home more than 1000 cats and provide veterinary care, other than neutering, for some 750 cats.
Activities & Mission
The charity's main objective remains the control of feral cats, by limiting their numbers throught neutering and returning to site, by providing veterinary care where necessary and by finding homes for kittens and tame stray cats. Each year the charity manages to neuter more than 1000 cats, home more than 1000 cats and provide veterinary care, other than neutering, for some 750 cats.
Grants
Cat Action Trust 1977 makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2026)
- £482,440
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- animals
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 22% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 36). How is this calculated?
Higher than 78% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Animals 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 2026.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £269,062 | £482,440 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2025 | £1,126,087 | £473,606 | £467,906 | £1,451,861 | £1,447,776 | 0 / 110 |
| 2024 | £339,574 | £512,024 | 0 / 94 | |||
| 2023 | £209,676 | £466,946 | 0 / 65 | |||
| 2022 | £496,934 | £447,036 | 0 / 55 |
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Frequently asked questions about Cat Action Trust 1977
What does Cat Action Trust 1977 do?
The charity's main objective remains the control of feral cats, by limiting their numbers throught neutering and returning to site, by providing veterinary care where necessary and by finding homes for kittens and tame stray cats. Each year the charity manages to neuter more than 1000 cats, home more than 1000 cats and provide veterinary care, other than neutering, for some 750 cats.
How much income did Cat Action Trust 1977 report in 2026?
Cat Action Trust 1977 reported total income of £269k and reported expenditure of £482k for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Cat Action Trust 1977?
Cat Action Trust 1977 has a program ratio of 41.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 22% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 36 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Cat Action Trust 1977 registered as a charity?
Cat Action Trust 1977 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 April 1989 as charity number 801245. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs Cat Action Trust 1977?
Cat Action Trust 1977 is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is KIM KELLY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Cat Action Trust 1977 operate?
Cat Action Trust 1977 operates across 7 areas, including Jersey, Scotland, Doncaster and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Cat Action Trust 1977 a registered charity?
Yes — Cat Action Trust 1977 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 801245.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Cat 1977
Data & trust
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- 2 November 2026
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