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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.

Grants

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.

Gives grants to
organisations
Grants paid (2023)
£415,829
Who it helps
other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
What it supports
education and training, the advancement of health or the saving of lives, overseas aid or famine relief, animals and the environment, conservation, or heritage

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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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
£181,154
Latest Expenditure
£190,054

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 93.7%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 94.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 5.7%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£181,154
£190,0540 / 2
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

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 2025?

The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy UK reported total income of £181k and reported expenditure of £190k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

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 4 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

Contact (address, email, phone)
Website
www.lewa.org
Registration Date
29 May 1998
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3947213
Charity Number
1069800

Trustees

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

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9 November 2026
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