Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals
Notable UK charityAlso known as: R S P C a
To prevent cruelty, promote kindness and to alleviate suffering of animals.
Activities & Mission
To prevent cruelty, promote kindness and to alleviate suffering of animals.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £152,530,354 | £174,418,169 | £139,170,037 | £271,715,111 | £114,117,726 | 1791 / 9711 |
| 2023 | £151,622,308 | £149,454,737 | £122,714,880 | £278,842,678 | £119,353,527 | 1643 / 5586 |
| 2022 | £152,107,708 | £126,719,965 | £104,420,805 | £274,529,186 | £274,529,186 | 1506 / 6919 |
| 2021 | £151,765,000 | £115,448,000 | £93,213,000 | £260,458,000 | £95,300,000 | 1305 / 5886 |
| 2020 | £116,525,000 | £140,543,000 | £121,352,000 | £189,959,000 | £81,400,000 | 1488 / 7013 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals
What does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals do?
To prevent cruelty, promote kindness and to alleviate suffering of animals.
How much income did Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals report in 2024?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals reported total income of £152.53m and reported expenditure of £174.42m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals registered as a charity?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 July 1964 as charity number 219099. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals operate?
Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 219099.
Details
Parkside
Chart Way
Horsham
West Sussex
RH12 1GY
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