THE KENNEL CLUB EDUCATIONAL TRUST
The advancement of education of the public, in particular but not exclusively dog owners and trainers, in responsible dog ownership, including public safety , obedience training and the health and welfare of dogs.
Objects
3. Objects of the CharityThe objects of the Charity are for the public benefit:3.1 the advancement of education and science by furthering research into canine diseases and hereditary disorders of dogs 3.2 the advancement of education in particular but not exclusively in responsible dog ownership, including public safety, obedience training and the health and welfare of dogs3.3 to improve the quality of life of human beings by promoting dogs as therapeutic and practical aids to individuals who are in need because of youth, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage3.4 to promote the moral and spiritual welfare of the community by promoting the doctrine of kindness to dogs and the prevention of cruelty to dogs by relieving the suffering of dogs who are in need of care and attention and in particular to encourage the provision of facilities for the reception and care of unwanted dogs and the treatment of sick or ill-treated dogs.”
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds stood at £1,608,737, with the trustees regarding the reserve level as appropriate given income uncertainty. The trustees consider the charity to be in a strong position to continue operations for the foreseeable future on a going concern basis.
What the accounts disclose
“The Kennel Club Education Trust aims to maintain financial stability by holding reserves equivalent to twice its annual expenditure (approx. £250k).” — page 4
“The Royal Kennel Club Limited made a donation in kind of £984 (2024: £41,384) during the year.” — page 10
“The Royal Kennel Club Limited provides support for administrative activities, estimated at a cost of £984 (2024: £41,384).” — page 13
“The Royal Kennel Club Limited made a donation in kind of £984 (2024: £41,384) during the year.” — page 10
“The Royal Kennel Club Limited provides support for administrative activities, estimated at a cost of £984 (2024: £41,384).” — page 13
“We confirm per your recommendation as required by the memorandum and articles that going forward two trustee meetings will be held per annum. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we accept this has not been the case this year.” — page 15
Policies the charity declares
- Complaints handling
- Conflicting interests
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Internal risk management policy and procedures
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- GERALD KINGchair
- Helen Elizabeth Fox
- JEFF LLOYD
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £162k | £159k |
| 31/12/2024 | £195k | £222k |
| 31/12/2023 | £158k | £328k |
| 31/12/2022 | £151k | £152k |
| 31/12/2021 | £123k | £264k |
Common questions
Is THE KENNEL CLUB EDUCATIONAL TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds stood at £1,608,737, with the trustees regarding the reserve level as appropriate given income uncertainty. The trustees consider the charity to be in a strong position to continue operations for the foreseeable future on a going concern basis. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE JEAN SAINSBURY ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST | 2 | £8k |
| MRS D M FRANCE-HAYHURST FOUNDATION | 1 | — |
| THE ARTHUR CAMP FOUNDATION TRUST | 1 | £105k |
| THE GRAHAM KIRKHAM FOUNDATION | 1 | £49k |
| THE PETS AT HOME FOUNDATION | 1 | £25k |
| PETPLAN CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £24k |
| THE REED FOUNDATION | 1 | £17k |
| BETTY PHILLIPS CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £15k |
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- THE KENNEL CLUB CHARITABLE TRUST
- DOGS TRUST
- CLARKS FARM GREYHOUND RESCUE
- THE DEREK WILTON DOGS TRUST
- FOREVER HOUNDS TRUST
- SCHNAUZERFEST
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE KENNEL CLUB EDUCATIONAL TRUST | £162k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE KENNEL CLUB CHARITABLE TRUST | £157k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| DOGS TRUST | £143.1m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CLARKS FARM GREYHOUND RESCUE | £284k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| THE DEREK WILTON DOGS TRUST | £196k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| FOREVER HOUNDS TRUST | £1.5m | more than £60,000 | 1 | above | — | no doubt |