Free The Wild
Free The Wild endeavours to stop the suffering of wild animals in captivity and educate global communities on the importance in sustaining wildlife. We aim to move mistreated animals into sanctuaries or rehabilitate them for release into the wild. We work to educate and improve on zoos and likened establishments through professional carers, handlers and veterinary support.
Activities & Mission
Free The Wild endeavours to stop the suffering of wild animals in captivity and educate global communities on the importance in sustaining wildlife. We aim to move mistreated animals into sanctuaries or rehabilitate them for release into the wild. We work to educate and improve on zoos and likened establishments through professional carers, handlers and veterinary support.
Grants
Free The Wild is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £134,697
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies
- What it supports
- animals
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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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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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 | £246,442 | £134,697 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £453,419 | £324,039 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £85,176 | £49,720 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £71,417 | £95,980 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £186,760 | £222,753 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Free The Wild
What does Free The Wild do?
Free The Wild endeavours to stop the suffering of wild animals in captivity and educate global communities on the importance in sustaining wildlife. We aim to move mistreated animals into sanctuaries or rehabilitate them for release into the wild. We work to educate and improve on zoos and likened establishments through professional carers, handlers and veterinary support.
How much income did Free The Wild report in 2025?
Free The Wild reported total income of £246k and reported expenditure of £135k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Free The Wild registered as a charity?
Free The Wild was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 July 2017 as charity number 1173936. It has been registered for 9 years.
Who runs Free The Wild?
Free The Wild is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mark Nelthorpe-Cowne. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Free The Wild operate?
Free The Wild operates across 194 areas, including Afghanistan, Akrotiri, Albania and 191 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Free The Wild a registered charity?
Yes — Free The Wild is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1173936.
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- 9 November 2026
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