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The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals

The NFRSA promotes and supports the care and well-being of retired Police, Fire, Prison Dogs, BorderControl Dogs and Police Horses in the UK.We alleviate the financial pressures on the owners and handlers of retired service animals by providing thefunds for medical care, and the well-being of retired service animals from the emergency services family.

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Activities & Mission

The NFRSA promotes and supports the care and well-being of retired Police, Fire, Prison Dogs, BorderControl Dogs and Police Horses in the UK.We alleviate the financial pressures on the owners and handlers of retired service animals by providing thefunds for medical care, and the well-being of retired service animals from the emergency services family.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£358,582
Latest Expenditure
£128,284

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 35.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 35.8%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£358,582
£128,2840 / 30
2023
£199,632
£115,2650 / 17

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals

What does The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals do?

The NFRSA promotes and supports the care and well-being of retired Police, Fire, Prison Dogs, BorderControl Dogs and Police Horses in the UK.We alleviate the financial pressures on the owners and handlers of retired service animals by providing thefunds for medical care, and the well-being of retired service animals from the emergency services family.

How much income did The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals report in 2024?

The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals reported total income of £359k and reported expenditure of £128k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals registered as a charity?

The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 November 2022 as charity number 1200949. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals?

The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Countess Sara Lucille Bathurst. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals operate?

The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals a registered charity?

Yes — The National Foundation For Retired Service Animals is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200949.

Details

Address
BATHURST ESTATE
BATHURST ESTATE OFFICE
CIRENCESTER PARK
CIRENCESTER
GL7 2BU
Registration Date
9 November 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5201826
Charity Number
1200949

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Trustees

The Countess Sara Lucille Bathurst Chair
Dr Sabrina Rachel Cohen-Hatton
Graham Peter Coxell
Jane Muller
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Jill Bradley
Nigel Batchelor

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