World Animal Friends
Also known as: Waf
World Animal Friends grants donations to small rescue shelters and individuals abroad to fund animal rescue work.We donate funds for veterinary treatment, spaying, vaccinations, animal food, kennels and other items relared to caring for homeless cats and dogs. We arrange cat adoptions.
Activities & Mission
World Animal Friends grants donations to small rescue shelters and individuals abroad to fund animal rescue work.We donate funds for veterinary treatment, spaying, vaccinations, animal food, kennels and other items relared to caring for homeless cats and dogs. We arrange cat adoptions.
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
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 | £115,944 | £129,380 | 0 / 9 | |||
| 2023 | £93,448 | £109,359 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2022 | £146,484 | £97,545 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2021 | £92,547 | £95,847 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2020 | £101,074 | £93,786 | 0 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about World Animal Friends
What does World Animal Friends do?
World Animal Friends grants donations to small rescue shelters and individuals abroad to fund animal rescue work.We donate funds for veterinary treatment, spaying, vaccinations, animal food, kennels and other items relared to caring for homeless cats and dogs. We arrange cat adoptions.
How much income did World Animal Friends report in 2024?
World Animal Friends reported total income of £116k and reported expenditure of £129k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was World Animal Friends registered as a charity?
World Animal Friends was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 November 2015 as charity number 1164356. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs World Animal Friends?
World Animal Friends is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is LYNN MAGUIRE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Animal Friends operate?
World Animal Friends operates across 9 areas, including Bosnia And Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Animal Friends a registered charity?
Yes — World Animal Friends is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164356.
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