Saving Saints and Big Paws Rescue UK
To promote humane behaviour towards animals by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for St Bernard breed dogs and other large breed mixed dogs which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity ended the period with unrestricted reserves of £15,624, a figure significantly boosted by an extraordinary Gift Aid claim of £23,370.25. While the trustees confirmed that financial controls were satisfactory with no breaches identified, they expressed concern about the charity's future sustainability due to high workloads and a small trustee group, with a review scheduled for October 2025.
What the accounts disclose
“Concern was expressed about the future of the charity in view of the demands and high workload across a trustee group of only 4. It was agreed that the future would be reviewed again in October 2025 to consider our sustainability.” — page 6
Trustees
- RACHEL LEAH WESLEYchair
- Amanda Rees
- Grace Williams
- Hannah Franklin
- Helen Mcguirl
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £34k | £22k |
| 31/03/2024 | £24k | £30k |
| 31/03/2023 | £23k | £22k |
| 31/03/2022 | £25k | £29k |
| 31/03/2021 | £25k | £13k |
Common questions
Is Saving Saints and Big Paws Rescue UK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity ended the period with unrestricted reserves of £15,624, a figure significantly boosted by an extraordinary Gift Aid claim of £23,370.25. While the trustees confirmed that financial controls were satisfactory with no breaches identified, they expressed concern about the charity's future sustainability due to high workloads and a small trustee group, with a review scheduled for October 2025. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.