The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust
Also known as: Act, Animal Care Trust
To raise funds in support of the educational, research, clinical and animal welfare activities of the Royal Veterinary College. Funds are raised using a variety of methods, from members of the public, College Alumni, grant-making trusts, companies and other voluntary sources.
Activities & Mission
To raise funds in support of the educational, research, clinical and animal welfare activities of the Royal Veterinary College. Funds are raised using a variety of methods, from members of the public, College Alumni, grant-making trusts, companies and other voluntary sources.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 13% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 11% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,341,000 | £1,311,000 | £987,000 | £6,278,000 | £2,414,000 | 6 / 2 |
| 2024 | £1,072,000 | £1,025,000 | £713,000 | £6,073,000 | £2,207,000 | 6 / 2 |
| 2023 | £1,575,000 | £932,000 | £640,000 | £5,734,000 | £2,541,000 | 6 / 2 |
| 2022 | £1,517,000 | £1,165,000 | £844,000 | £5,108,000 | £1,981,000 | 5 / 3 |
| 2021 | £1,365,248 | £903,836 | £636,736 | £4,696,546 | £1,597,362 | 5 / 2 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust
What does The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust do?
To raise funds in support of the educational, research, clinical and animal welfare activities of the Royal Veterinary College. Funds are raised using a variety of methods, from members of the public, College Alumni, grant-making trusts, companies and other voluntary sources.
How much income did The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust report in 2025?
The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust reported total income of £1.34m and reported expenditure of £1.31m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust?
The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust has a program ratio of 73.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust registered as a charity?
The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 December 1980 as charity number 281571. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust?
The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust operate?
The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Veterinary College Animal Care Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 281571.
Details
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Also Known As
- Act
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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