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The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK

To promote, for the benefit of the public, the preservation and protection of endangered wildlife species, in particular species of rhinoceros and their habitat living within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya and (b) to promote the preservation and protection of the habitat of such animals through the education of those local to and living with endangered species in sympathetic land use.

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Activities & Mission

To promote, for the benefit of the public, the preservation and protection of endangered wildlife species, in particular species of rhinoceros and their habitat living within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya and (b) to promote the preservation and protection of the habitat of such animals through the education of those local to and living with endangered species in sympathetic land use.

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

Latest Income
£257,935
Latest Expenditure
£437,861

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 59% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 94.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 39% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 5.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 37% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £490,785
Charitable Activities £200,000
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £647,405
Raising Funds £35,402
Governance £3,684
Grants to Institutions £415,829
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£257,935
£437,8610 / 0
2023
£690,785
£682,807£647,405£254,758£153,8242 / 0
2022
£544,983
£468,344£430,456£246,780£143,8083 / 0
2021
£551,779
£544,068£492,651£170,141£136,8803 / 0
2020
£412,652
£455,7080 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK

What does The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK do?

To promote, for the benefit of the public, the preservation and protection of endangered wildlife species, in particular species of rhinoceros and their habitat living within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya and (b) to promote the preservation and protection of the habitat of such animals through the education of those local to and living with endangered species in sympathetic land use.

How much income did The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK report in 2024?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK reported total income of £258k and reported expenditure of £438k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK has a program ratio of 93.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 59% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK registered as a charity?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 May 1998 as charity number 1069800. It has been registered for 28 years.

Who runs The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK operate?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK operates in Kenya, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK a registered charity?

Yes — The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069800.

Details

Address
GOLDWINS LTD
75 MAYGROVE ROAD
LONDON
NW6 2EG
Website
www.lewa.org
Registration Date
29 May 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3947213
Charity Number
1069800

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Trustees

JOESEPH FREDERIC DRYER
KATHLEEN CROOK
PAUL EDWARD MULHOLLAND
Also governs 3 other charities

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