SOI DOG UK CIO
To relieve the suffering of dogs and cats who are abandoned, stray or otherwise in need of care. The charity assists in particular in the maintenance of kennels for the care and treatment of stray or abandoned dogs and cats, the creation of spay/neutering programmes, funding veterinary care. These activities focus on Thailand but are not restricted to that area.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £528,990 for the year ended 5 April 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted reserves from £939,388 to £410,398. The trustees consider the charity to be in a strong position to continue its work, noting that reserves are maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of expenditure as per their stated policy. The auditor confirmed that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified.
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.”
“During the year Soi Dog UK committed to grants of £2,250,000 (2024 - £1,850,000) to Foundation Internationale Soi Dog (Switzerland) of which £500,000 remained unpaid at year end.” — page 24
“During the year, grants of £8,673 (2024 - £nil) were paid to Soi Dog Thailand.” — page 24
“During the year Soi Dog UK committed to grants of £2,250,000 (2024 - £1,850,000) to Foundation Internationale Soi Dog (Switzerland) of which £500,000 remained unpaid at year end.” — page 24
“During the year, grants of £8,673 (2024 - £nil) were paid to Soi Dog Thailand.” — page 24
“During the year Soi Dog UK committed to grants of £2,250,000 (2024 - £1,850,000) to Foundation Internationale Soi Dog (Switzerland) of which £500,000 remained unpaid at year end.” — page 24
“During the year, grants of £8,673 (2024 - £nil) were paid to Soi Dog Thailand.” — page 24
“During the year Soi Dog UK committed to grants of £2,250,000 (2024 - £1,850,000) to Foundation Internationale Soi Dog (Switzerland) of which £500,000 remained unpaid at year end.” — page 24
“During the year, grants of £8,673 (2024 - £nil) were paid to Soi Dog Thailand.” — page 24
“The financial statements consolidate the results of the charity and its wholly owned subsidiary Soi Dog Marketing Ltd on a line-by-line basis.” — page 16
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 05/04/2025)
Trustees
- Carol Wilcoxchair
- Guy Dermot Wrench
- Jacqueline Patricia Lankford
- John Dalley
- Kendall Louise Uggla
- Kirsten Woodsford
- Rachel Louise Ayres
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £2.3m | £2.8m |
| 05/04/2024 | £2.4m | £2.4m |
| 05/04/2023 | £2.4m | £2.2m |
| 05/04/2022 | £2.4m | £2.0m |
| 05/04/2021 | £2.2m | £2.7m |
Common questions
Is SOI DOG UK CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net loss of £528,990 for the year ended 5 April 2025, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted reserves from £939,388 to £410,398. The trustees consider the charity to be in a strong position to continue its work, noting that reserves are maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months of expenditure as per their stated policy. The auditor confirmed that the financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Azets Audit Services Limited.
Who funds SOI DOG UK CIO?
Funders whose own accounts filings name SOI DOG UK CIO as a grant recipient include CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £3k | |
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2024 | £3k | |
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2023 | £3k | |
| CECIL PILKINGTON CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2022 | £3k |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| KUSUMA TRUST UK | 1 | £29k |
| THE JEAN SAINSBURY ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST | 1 | £5k |
| THE SAMUEL STOREY FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £200 |
Charities like this
- THE KIT WILSON TRUST FOR ANIMAL WELFARE
- BURY'S STRAY CAT FUND
- NEWCASTLE DOG AND CAT SHELTER
- SHROPSHIRE CAT RESCUE
- LONDON INNER CITY KITTIES
- ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS NORWICH BRANCH CIO
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOI DOG UK CIO | £2.3m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE KIT WILSON TRUST FOR ANIMAL WELFARE | £1.0m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BURY'S STRAY CAT FUND | £274k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| NEWCASTLE DOG AND CAT SHELTER | £2.4m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| SHROPSHIRE CAT RESCUE | £384k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| LONDON INNER CITY KITTIES | £133k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |