Murphy's Army
Analysis
Murphy's Army is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Bradford. It was registered in June 2016, 10 years ago. Its declared purposes cover animals, which this site groups under animals. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it makes grants to organisations, provides other finance and provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending December 2025, Murphy's Army reported income of £60k and spending of £60k, spending 100% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £59k to £60k (+1.3%), an average of +0.3% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2022, when income rose by 28%. Over the whole period it spent 100% of the income it received.
Among 2,161 England and Wales charities whose main cause is animals and that reported income, Murphy's Army sits at the 50th percentile: it is larger than about 50% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 63rd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Helping Hounds Hampshire (£60k), Pets in Need (Lancashire) (£60k) and Dudley Zoo Development Trust (£60k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
Celebrating and supporting the invaluable contributions of service animals, past, present, and future. We provide vital support to service animals both active and retired, ensuring they receive care, welfare, training, protection, and support tailored to their needs. We commemorate their sacrifices and achievements while promoting their welfare and legacy for generations to come.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Helping Hounds Hampshire | Hindhead | £60k |
| Pets in Need (Lancashire) | Lancs | £60k |
| Dudley Zoo Development Trust | Dudley | £60k |
| National Pug Protection Trust | London | £60k |