SUFFOLK ANIMAL RESCUE
We are dedicated to the rescue and rehoming of domestic animals, primarily dogs and cats, but do also help with smaller domestic pets. We give priority to older animals and feral cats who find it difficult to get help else where. We cover our local area being mid Suffolk, but do on occassion go beyond into Essex.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £947,295.85 against income of £331,855.94, resulting in a significant decrease in closing reserves to £199,210.70. The trustees report notes that the charity has incurred additional costs for staff and utilities while undertaking premises refurbishment, but expresses confidence in the future due to the security of owning its own kennels.
What the accounts disclose
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2024)
Trustees
- CINDY CHAPLIN
- Jayne Roberts - Suffolk Resscue
- LUCINDA DAYKIN
- LYNN ELDER
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £332k | £947k |
| 31/03/2024 | £941k | £212k |
| 31/03/2023 | £195k | £162k |
| 31/03/2022 | £113k | £148k |
| 31/03/2021 | £114k | £108k |
Common questions
Is SUFFOLK ANIMAL RESCUE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net expenditure of £947,295.85 against income of £331,855.94, resulting in a significant decrease in closing reserves to £199,210.70. The trustees report notes that the charity has incurred additional costs for staff and utilities while undertaking premises refurbishment, but expresses confidence in the future due to the security of owning its own kennels.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE HOBSON CHARITY LIMITED | 1 | £2k |
| MARJORIE COOTE ANIMAL CHARITY TRUST | 1 | £2k |
Charities like this
- ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS SUFFOLK CENTRAL BRANCH
- THE COLCHESTER AND DISTRICT CAT RESCUE AND HOMING SOCIETY
- ANIMAL RESCUE
- ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS BATH AND DISTRICT BRANCH
- ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS LEEDS, WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT BRANCH
- ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS COTSWOLDS, GLOUCESTER & DISTRICT BRANCH
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUFFOLK ANIMAL RESCUE | £332k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS SUFFOLK CENTRAL BRANCH | £1.6m | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE COLCHESTER AND DISTRICT CAT RESCUE AND HOMING SOCIETY | £312k | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ANIMAL RESCUE | £183k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS BATH AND DISTRICT BRANCH | £5.1m | £60,001 - £70,000 | 1 | unclear | 11.0% | no doubt |
| ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS LEEDS, WAKEFIELD AND DISTRICT BRANCH | £1.4m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |