Whale Wise

Whale Wise advances marine mammal conservation by:a) studying the interaction between marine mammal populations and human activity through scientific research;b) engaging the public with our work and marine conservation generally.

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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

Iceland Scotland

Financial Information

Latest Income

£38,892

Latest Expenditure

£29,588

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 76.1%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 76.1%

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 2025.

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	Staff
2025	£38,892	£29,588	0 / 3
2024	£33,481	£15,153	0 / 12
2023	£27,228	£13,202	0 / 11
2022	£3,680	£2,930	0 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Whale Wise

What does Whale Wise do?

How much income did Whale Wise report in 2025?

Whale Wise reported total income of £39k and reported expenditure of £30k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Whale Wise registered as a charity?

Whale Wise was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 April 2021 as charity number 1194223. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Whale Wise?

Whale Wise is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rebecca Douglas. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Whale Wise operate?

Whale Wise operates across 2 areas: Iceland and Scotland.

Is Whale Wise a registered charity?

Yes — Whale Wise is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194223.