World Animal Protection
Also known as: The World Society for the Protection of Animals, Wspa
We move the world to protect animals. We work globally with local partners, animal welfare organisations and businesses, and we influence decision makers internationally, nationally and locally. We have formal relationships with key international bodies including the Food and Agriculture Organization, the UN Environment Programme, the Council of Europe and the World Organisation for Animal Health.
Activities & Mission
We move the world to protect animals. We work globally with local partners, animal welfare organisations and businesses, and we influence decision makers internationally, nationally and locally. We have formal relationships with key international bodies including the Food and Agriculture Organization, the UN Environment Programme, the Council of Europe and the World Organisation for Animal Health.
Grants
World Animal Protection makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £2,057,419
- Who it helps
- other charities or voluntary bodies, other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, overseas aid or famine relief, 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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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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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 | £30,136,935 | £31,264,178 | £24,219,010 | £15,753,626 | £10,652,266 | 210 / 0 |
| 2024 | £30,869,000 | £33,994,000 | £26,641,000 | £16,978,000 | £11,607,000 | 137 / 0 |
| 2023 | £29,636,942 | £36,145,924 | £29,014,286 | £19,655,701 | £14,787,298 | 231 / 0 |
| 2022 | £38,313,950 | £31,823,441 | £25,772,930 | £26,135,116 | £19,351,147 | 211 / 0 |
| 2021 | £32,599,717 | £27,804,605 | £22,176,990 | £19,871,705 | £13,394,182 | 208 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about World Animal Protection
What does World Animal Protection do?
We move the world to protect animals. We work globally with local partners, animal welfare organisations and businesses, and we influence decision makers internationally, nationally and locally. We have formal relationships with key international bodies including the Food and Agriculture Organization, the UN Environment Programme, the Council of Europe and the World Organisation for Animal Health.
How much income did World Animal Protection report in 2025?
World Animal Protection reported total income of £30.14m and reported expenditure of £31.26m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was World Animal Protection registered as a charity?
World Animal Protection was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 August 2000 as charity number 1081849. It has been registered for 26 years.
Who runs World Animal Protection?
World Animal Protection is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does World Animal Protection operate?
World Animal Protection operates across 19 areas, including Australia, Belgium, Brazil and 16 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is World Animal Protection a registered charity?
Yes — World Animal Protection is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1081849.
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Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- The World Society for the Protection of Animals
- World Animal Protection
- Wspa
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated