HECTOR'S GREYHOUND RESCUE
To rescue dogs, particularly ex-racing greyhounds or sighthounds that are no longer wanted by their owners or have been abandoned across England and Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The charity reported a net income of £37,081 for the year, increasing its unrestricted funds to £110,881. The trustees noted that the cost of living crisis has slowed adoptions, leading to higher kennelling costs and reduced adoption income. Reserves held at the reporting date were £45,000, which the trustees state are held to secure the future of the rescue.
What the accounts disclose
“Hector's hold reserves to secure the future of the Rescue and to cover any unexpected issues. As at the reporting date, the Rescue held reserves of £45,000.” — page 3
Funders the charity credits
- The Animal Defence Trust
- Jean Sainsburys Animal Welfare Trust
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (01/10/2025)
Trustees
- HAYLEY JANINE DONATA BRADLEYchair
- Alison Jones
- Craig Brown
- Fred Brown
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 01/04/2026 | £182k | £145k |
| 01/04/2025 | £186k | £184k |
| 01/04/2024 | £0 | £0 |
Common questions
Is HECTOR'S GREYHOUND RESCUE financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The charity reported a net income of £37,081 for the year, increasing its unrestricted funds to £110,881. The trustees noted that the cost of living crisis has slowed adoptions, leading to higher kennelling costs and reduced adoption income. Reserves held at the reporting date were £45,000, which the trustees state are held to secure the future of the rescue. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds HECTOR'S GREYHOUND RESCUE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HECTOR'S GREYHOUND RESCUE as a grant recipient include THE PETS AT HOME FOUNDATION, THE GEOFFREY AND PAULINE MARTIN TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE PETS AT HOME FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £39k | Pet Rescues |
| THE GEOFFREY AND PAULINE MARTIN TRUST | FY2023 | £15k | |
| THE GEOFFREY AND PAULINE MARTIN TRUST | FY2024 | £15k | |
| THE PETS AT HOME FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £10k | |
| THE GEOFFREY AND PAULINE MARTIN TRUST | FY2025 | £10k |