The Pangea Trust

To support the wellbeing of elephants and other animals, and to provide sanctuary to those in need in Europe. To raise awareness and advocate for reform that results in improved living conditions for such animals, as well as conservation of species and their natural habitats anywhere in the world. To protect and restore local biodiversity in areas where Pangea operates.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Portugal

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£1,407,277

Latest Expenditure

£311,762

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 20.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 6% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 234). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 93.7%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 53% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 24.4%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 20% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,379,298

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £0

Investments £27,979

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £292,105

Raising Funds £19,657

Governance £56,498

Grants to Institutions £0

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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2024	£1,407,277	£311,762	£292,105	£3,384,946	£0	1 / 0
2023	£1,652,891	£279,331	£239,588	£2,289,431	£70,000	2 / 5
2022	£543,496	£138,990	£118,078	£915,871	£260,641	1 / 5
2021	£406,188	£86,143				0 / 0
2020	£177,999	£19,336				0 / 1

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Frequently asked questions about The Pangea Trust

What does The Pangea Trust do?

How much income did The Pangea Trust report in 2024?

The Pangea Trust reported total income of £1.41m and reported expenditure of £312k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Pangea Trust?

The Pangea Trust has a program ratio of 20.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Environment charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 234 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Pangea Trust registered as a charity?

The Pangea Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 February 2018 as charity number 1177137. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs The Pangea Trust?

The Pangea Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael John Reyner. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Pangea Trust operate?

The Pangea Trust operates across 2 areas: Portugal and England And Wales.

Is The Pangea Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Pangea Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1177137.