SHAK (SAFE HOMES AND KINDNESS)
To relieve the suffering of large breeds of dogs in need of care and attention, and, in particular, to provide and maintain rescue homes or other facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such large dogs.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net loss of £8,661 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in net assets to £31,716. The trustees report that the charity operates three shops to generate income and monitors reserves to ensure sufficient funds for continued operation, despite having no formal reserves policy. The financial review notes a settled team and ongoing efforts to increase productivity and revenue from stores.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- STEPHEN PHILIP WYLIEchair
- Alexa Nisbet
- JOAN MARGARET BRITTLEBANK
- Sheila Christine Rankin
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £251k | £260k |
| 31/03/2024 | £256k | £259k |
| 31/03/2023 | £248k | £219k |
| 31/03/2022 | £209k | £224k |
| 31/03/2021 | £211k | £180k |
Common questions
Is SHAK (SAFE HOMES AND KINDNESS) financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net loss of £8,661 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in a decrease in net assets to £31,716. The trustees report that the charity operates three shops to generate income and monitors reserves to ensure sufficient funds for continued operation, despite having no formal reserves policy. The financial review notes a settled team and ongoing efforts to increase productivity and revenue from stores. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds SHAK (SAFE HOMES AND KINDNESS)?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SHAK (SAFE HOMES AND KINDNESS) as a grant recipient include WATES FAMILY ENTERPRISE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| WATES FAMILY ENTERPRISE TRUST | FY2022 | £500 | 100 for 500 |