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The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust

Also known as: Ghdt

GHDT strives to reduce rural poverty by increasing the productivity of working horses and donkeys through welfare and management education. It also provides veterinary resources and education and explores ways of improving the nutrition and the design of carts and harness cost effectively.

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Activities & Mission

GHDT strives to reduce rural poverty by increasing the productivity of working horses and donkeys through welfare and management education. It also provides veterinary resources and education and explores ways of improving the nutrition and the design of carts and harness cost effectively.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£370,978
Latest Expenditure
£310,940

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 83.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 83.8%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£370,978
£310,9400 / 5
2024
£268,971
£297,4730 / 5
2023
£371,408
£293,3450 / 5
2022
£187,051
£252,0860 / 0
2021
£240,562
£214,1210 / 8

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust

What does The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust do?

GHDT strives to reduce rural poverty by increasing the productivity of working horses and donkeys through welfare and management education. It also provides veterinary resources and education and explores ways of improving the nutrition and the design of carts and harness cost effectively.

How much income did The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust report in 2025?

The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust reported total income of £371k and reported expenditure of £311k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust registered as a charity?

The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 April 2003 as charity number 1096814. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust?

The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is HEATHER ARMSTRONG. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust operate?

The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust operates across 2 areas: The Gambia and Surrey.

Is The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Gambia Horse And Donkey Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1096814.

Details

Address
BREWERY ARMS COTTAGE
STANE STREET
OCKLEY
DORKING
RH5 5TH
Registration Date
2 April 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3997533
Charity Number
1096814

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Trustees

HEATHER ARMSTRONG Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
ANDREA MILES
David John Marsden
Dr Alexandra Kathryn Thiemann
GARTH ALEXANDER ARMSTRONG
Jessica Kidd MRCVS

Also Known As

  • Ghdt

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