Working Animals International
Also known as: The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad, The Society for the Protection of Animals in North Africa, Spana
To prevent unnecessary suffering to animals and neglect of their bodily needs by all lawful means and, in particular, by:1. Providing treatment in hospitals and otherwise for sick and injured animals2. Encouraging and promoting education in the humane treatment of animals any relevant environmental issues3. Assisting in the enforcement of such laws as may from time to time be applicable
Activities & Mission
To prevent unnecessary suffering to animals and neglect of their bodily needs by all lawful means and, in particular, by:1. Providing treatment in hospitals and otherwise for sick and injured animals2. Encouraging and promoting education in the humane treatment of animals any relevant environmental issues3. Assisting in the enforcement of such laws as may from time to time be applicable
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 483). How is this calculated?
Higher than 18% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 14% of UK Health 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £9,958,031 | £10,267,603 | £7,198,358 | £17,609,764 | £15,482,356 | 41 / 0 |
| 2023 | £9,555,721 | £8,230,462 | £5,643,469 | £16,906,894 | £13,405,586 | 39 / 0 |
| 2022 | £10,678,984 | £8,202,121 | £5,716,309 | £14,917,165 | £11,234,423 | 40 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,222,804 | £7,899,077 | £5,325,340 | £13,151,334 | £9,984,251 | 42 / 1 |
| 2020 | £10,017,387 | £7,960,014 | £5,205,709 | £11,025,934 | £10,716,917 | 51 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Working Animals International
What does Working Animals International do?
To prevent unnecessary suffering to animals and neglect of their bodily needs by all lawful means and, in particular, by:1. Providing treatment in hospitals and otherwise for sick and injured animals2. Encouraging and promoting education in the humane treatment of animals any relevant environmental issues3. Assisting in the enforcement of such laws as may from time to time be applicable
How much income did Working Animals International report in 2024?
Working Animals International reported total income of £9.96m and reported expenditure of £10.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Working Animals International?
Working Animals International has a program ratio of 72.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Health charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 483 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Working Animals International registered as a charity?
Working Animals International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 1963 as charity number 209015. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs Working Animals International?
Working Animals International is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Working Animals International operate?
Working Animals International operates across 23 areas, including Botswana, Burma, Cameroon and 20 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Working Animals International a registered charity?
Yes — Working Animals International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 209015.
Details
55 Ludgate Hill
2nd floor
London
EC4M 7JW
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Also Known As
- The Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad
- The Society for the Protection of Animals in North Africa
- Spana
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated