Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary
Analysis
Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Whitby. It was registered in September 2019, 7 years ago. Its declared purposes cover general charitable purposes 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 December 2025, Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary reported income of £245k and spending of £211k, spending 86% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from December 2021 to December 2025, income grew from £215k to £245k (+14%), an average of +3.4% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to December 2023, when income rose by 24%. Over the whole period it spent 94% of the income it received.
Among 2,161 England and Wales charities whose main cause is animals and that reported income, Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary sits at the 78th percentile: it is larger than about 78% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 83rd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue (£245k), The British Grassland Society (£245k) and Rushton Dog Rescue (£244k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
To rescue, treat, rehabilitate and release wildlife, in response to calls from the public, veterinary practices and other wildlife rescue centres. To provide sanctuary space for animals that can still live a good quality of life, ensuring our facilities meet the five freedoms. To educate the public and raise awareness in wildlife welfare issues.
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary Hearts Dog Rescue | Salisbury | £245k |
| The British Grassland Society | Dunston | £245k |
| Rushton Dog Rescue | Somerset | £244k |
| The Sheffield Retired Greyhounds | Sheffield | £246k |