Yorkshire Cat Rescue
To rescue and rehome unwanted and stray cats and kittens. As part of the change in legal status to a Charitable Incorporated Association (CIO), the charity took over all the operations, funds, assets and liabilities of Yorkshire Cat Rescue (registered charity number 1058218) on 1st April 2015. This charity had been operating since 1996.
Activities & Mission
To rescue and rehome unwanted and stray cats and kittens. As part of the change in legal status to a Charitable Incorporated Association (CIO), the charity took over all the operations, funds, assets and liabilities of Yorkshire Cat Rescue (registered charity number 1058218) on 1st April 2015. This charity had been operating since 1996.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 53% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 94). How is this calculated?
Higher than 24% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% 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 | £860,135 | £779,304 | £620,531 | £697,425 | £586,641 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £780,671 | £716,313 | £539,833 | £616,594 | £500,332 | 11 / 0 |
| 2023 | £520,091 | £596,491 | £463,996 | £552,236 | £552,236 | 11 / 147 |
| 2022 | £504,821 | £473,833 | £376,573 | £628,636 | £628,636 | 11 / 200 |
| 2021 | £521,498 | £471,175 | £377,676 | £597,648 | £597,648 | 11 / 200 |
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Frequently asked questions about Yorkshire Cat Rescue
What does Yorkshire Cat Rescue do?
To rescue and rehome unwanted and stray cats and kittens. As part of the change in legal status to a Charitable Incorporated Association (CIO), the charity took over all the operations, funds, assets and liabilities of Yorkshire Cat Rescue (registered charity number 1058218) on 1st April 2015. This charity had been operating since 1996.
How much income did Yorkshire Cat Rescue report in 2025?
Yorkshire Cat Rescue reported total income of £860k and reported expenditure of £779k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Yorkshire Cat Rescue?
Yorkshire Cat Rescue has a program ratio of 72.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Animals charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 94 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Yorkshire Cat Rescue registered as a charity?
Yorkshire Cat Rescue was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 January 2015 as charity number 1160138. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Yorkshire Cat Rescue?
Yorkshire Cat Rescue is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is HANNAH BATES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Yorkshire Cat Rescue operate?
Yorkshire Cat Rescue operates across 9 areas, including Bradford City, Calderdale, City Of Wakefield and 6 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Yorkshire Cat Rescue a registered charity?
Yes — Yorkshire Cat Rescue is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160138.
Details
Lower Pierce Close
Cross Roads
Keighley
BD22 9AQ
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