Underdog International
Also known as: The Underdog International
We provide grants to international projects that educate children to become more compassionate to animals, through animal-assisted therapy and education workshops. In the UK, we run a UK-wide schools programme, to educate children learning life skills, such as kindness, compassion, resilience and positivity, and in addition, we run a dog adoption programme.
Activities & Mission
We provide grants to international projects that educate children to become more compassionate to animals, through animal-assisted therapy and education workshops. In the UK, we run a UK-wide schools programme, to educate children learning life skills, such as kindness, compassion, resilience and positivity, and in addition, we run a dog adoption programme.
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 69% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £167,745 | £205,725 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2024 | £202,729 | £257,560 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2023 | £286,624 | £256,596 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2022 | £513,082 | £462,726 | £462,726 | £0 | £0 | 2 / 250 |
| 2021 | £476,156 | £369,012 | 0 / 225 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Underdog International
What does Underdog International do?
We provide grants to international projects that educate children to become more compassionate to animals, through animal-assisted therapy and education workshops. In the UK, we run a UK-wide schools programme, to educate children learning life skills, such as kindness, compassion, resilience and positivity, and in addition, we run a dog adoption programme.
How much income did Underdog International report in 2025?
Underdog International reported total income of £168k and reported expenditure of £206k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Underdog International?
Underdog International has a program ratio of 90.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 69% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Underdog International registered as a charity?
Underdog International was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2019 as charity number 1182314. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Underdog International?
Underdog International is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Underdog International operate?
Underdog International operates across 9 areas, including China, Cyprus, Greece and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Underdog International a registered charity?
Yes — Underdog International is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1182314.
Details
66 Lavender Hill
LONDON
SW11 5RQ
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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