Greyhound Lifeline
Analysis
Greyhound Lifeline is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Southampton. It was registered in May 2017, 9 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes, education/training and animals, which this site groups under animals. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it provides advocacy/advice/information.
In the financial year ending March 2026, Greyhound Lifeline reported income of £86k and spending of £66k, leaving 23% of income unspent that year. Across the 5 years on record, from March 2022 to March 2026, income grew from £73k to £86k (+17%), an average of +4.0% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to March 2024, when income rose by 60%. Over the whole period it spent 88% of the income it received.
Among 2,161 England and Wales charities whose main cause is animals and that reported income, Greyhound Lifeline sits at the 58th percentile: it is larger than about 58% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 69th percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Animal Support Angels (£86k), The English Guernsey Cattle Society (£86k) and Donkey Breed Society (£86k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To promote humane behaviour toward greyhounds by accepting them into our care, rehabilitating & finding homes for greyhounds. We educate the public in matters pertaining to greyhound welfare & raise awareness through events, the internet & fundraising activities that greyhounds make ideal pets. We support local community groups & charities through offering education & therapeutic activities.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Support Angels | Hemel Hempstead | £86k |
| The English Guernsey Cattle Society | Pennygillam Industrial Estate | £86k |
| Donkey Breed Society | Edenbridge | £86k |
| The Heatons Animal Rescue Group | Stockport | £87k |