our special friends
The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups, and the general public. Our Special Friends is a registered charity whose purpose is education and training. It delivers its work by providing other financial support. The charity is based in Suffolk and operates in Suffolk.
This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.
Activities & Mission
1.Help people at a vulnerable time in their lives to benefit from the companionship of animals through the provision of practical and emotional support.2.Increase the awareness and understanding of the benefits of the human-companion animal relationship and the impact of bereavement. 3.Facilitate the effective collaboration between human and companion animal organisations and support networks.
Fundraising
See where Our Special Friends is active and find local fundraising opportunities.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £227,277 | £276,261 | 0 / 130 | |||
| 2023 | £222,569 | £239,446 | 0 / 110 | |||
| 2022 | £237,478 | £204,922 | 0 / 152 | |||
| 2021 | £240,487 | £140,160 | 0 / 81 | |||
| 2020 | £143,989 | £122,244 | 0 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Details
5 Eastern Way
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP32 7AB
Registry Information
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Trustees
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- OSF