Wild Life Foundation
Also known as: Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation, Ywpf
YWPF provides grants and can arrange expert support in the areas of exotic species conservation and welfare. YWPF will also consider supporting research which moves forward the knowledge and public benefit of exotic species conservation and welfare. Finally YWPF will look at supporting projects which inform and educate the public about keys issues impacting exotic species conservation and welfare.
Activities & Mission
YWPF provides grants and can arrange expert support in the areas of exotic species conservation and welfare. YWPF will also consider supporting research which moves forward the knowledge and public benefit of exotic species conservation and welfare. Finally YWPF will look at supporting projects which inform and educate the public about keys issues impacting exotic species conservation and welfare.
Grants
Wild Life Foundation is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £113,069
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- animals and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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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 | £187,093 | £113,069 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £105,255 | £111,586 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £102,263 | £114,763 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £79,593 | £140,266 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £51,635 | £114,837 | 0 / 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wild Life Foundation
What does Wild Life Foundation do?
YWPF provides grants and can arrange expert support in the areas of exotic species conservation and welfare. YWPF will also consider supporting research which moves forward the knowledge and public benefit of exotic species conservation and welfare. Finally YWPF will look at supporting projects which inform and educate the public about keys issues impacting exotic species conservation and welfare.
How much income did Wild Life Foundation report in 2025?
Wild Life Foundation reported total income of £187k and reported expenditure of £113k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wild Life Foundation registered as a charity?
Wild Life Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2013 as charity number 1152642. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Wild Life Foundation?
Wild Life Foundation is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER RUDGARD WEBSTER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wild Life Foundation operate?
Wild Life Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Wild Life Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — Wild Life Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152642.
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Also Known As
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park Foundation
- Ywpf
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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