CURLY TAILS
For the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of pet pigs in need or care and attention, promoting humane behaviour towards these animals, providing/maintaining rescue homes and facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such animals, incorporating the advancement of education, learning and wellbeing for all abilities and ages through teaching, enrichment and direct interaction.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £80,028, which the Trustees consider sufficient to maintain the charity's activities and aligns with their stated policy of holding three to six months of expenditure. The charity reported a net income increase to £50,707, driven by growth in charitable activities and fundraising, despite a reduction in donations.
What the accounts disclose
“It is the policy of the Charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure.” — page 4
“The charity paid rent of £30,000 to the Trustee for use of the land, barns and office, where the animals are cared for.” — page 12
“The charity paid rent of £30,000 to the Trustee for use of the land, barns and office, where the animals are cared for. This is considered to be equal to the market value rent for the property.” — page 12
Trustees
- Denise Amelia Jane SCOTTchair
- JASON SCOTT
- MILLIE LISA DIAMOND
- RACHEL DIMMOCK
- Wendy Barlow
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £236k | £185k |
| 31/03/2024 | £136k | £151k |
| 31/03/2023 | £147k | £126k |
| 31/03/2022 | £99k | £103k |
| 31/03/2021 | £69k | £48k |
Common questions
Is CURLY TAILS financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves stood at £80,028, which the Trustees consider sufficient to maintain the charity's activities and aligns with their stated policy of holding three to six months of expenditure. The charity reported a net income increase to £50,707, driven by growth in charitable activities and fundraising, despite a reduction in donations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds CURLY TAILS?
Funders whose own accounts filings name CURLY TAILS as a grant recipient include SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £5k | Animal welfare |
| SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £5k | |
| SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £4k | |
| SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £3k | |
| SYLVANUS CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2021 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/01/2022 | £5k | A Bigger Roof Over our Heads |