What is the financial size of THE DONKEY SANCTUARY?

THE DONKEY SANCTUARY is classified as a major charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £59,600,125 and total expenditure of £57,040,246.

How does THE DONKEY SANCTUARY allocate its spending?

For every pound spent, approximately 74.1% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 25.9% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.2%).

What is the workforce structure of THE DONKEY SANCTUARY?

THE DONKEY SANCTUARY employs 813 staff members and is supported by 160 volunteers.

Does THE DONKEY SANCTUARY receive government funding?

To a small extent. Approximately 0.1% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Does THE DONKEY SANCTUARY pay its trustees?

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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THE DONKEY SANCTUARY

#264818

Other•Major•Registered

To provide rescue homes and treatment for donkeys, mules and other such animals, and to prevent cruelty to such animals through promoting humane behaviour towards them.Enhancing people's lives through working with donkeys and mules and bringing enjoyment into the lives of children and adults with additional needs.

Registered address

Donkey Sanctuary, Slade House Farm, SIDMOUTH, Devon, EX10 0NU

Latest HighlightsFY 2024

Income

All sources

£59,600,125

Expenditure

All activities

£57,040,246

Net Reserves

Unrestricted funds

£28,469,375

Total Assets

Gross assets

£112,247,560

Working Capital

Liquidity

£2,336,329

Benchmark Performance

Comparing against 1,903 similar major charities

Compare vs:

Reserve Runway

6.0 months

Median: 3.6 monthsAround typical

Income Growth (1yr)

11.7%

Median: 8.2%Around typical

Spending Efficiency

74.1%

Median: 97.2%Below typical

Income Concentration

80.0%

Median: 87.1%Around typical

Fundraising ROI

4.0x

Median: 27.3xBelow typical

Income Volatility

37.7%

Median: 13.4%Below typical

Self-Generated Income

9.6%

Median: 92.1%Below typical

3-Year Income CAGR

-2.0%

Median: 8.7%Below typical

Efficiency & Health

Charitable Spending

74.1%

Fundraising Eff.

% income retained

4.0%

Governance Cost

% of expenditure

2.6%

Grant Making

% given away

1.5%

Debt Ratio

% of assets

3.4%

Survival Ratio

Months of reserves

6.0 months

Income Profile

Donations & Legacies

% of income

89.0%

Government Reliance

% of income

0.1%

Largest Source

Primary income

Donations & Legacies

Diversification

HHI: 8004

Highly Concentrated

Trends

Income Growth (1yr)

Year over Year

11.7%↑

Income CAGR (3yr)

Compound growth

-2.0%

Volatility

High Volatility

37.7%

Reserves Trend

Direction

Stable

Governance

Employees

Staff count

813

Volunteers

Volunteer count

160

Volunteer Ratio

Per staff member

0.2:1

Revenue/Employee

Per head

£73,309

Trustee Benefits

Payments to trustees

High Earners

Earning over £60k

2.5%

Source: Charity Commission annual returns. Figures may differ from published accounts. Always verify with official charity filings for due diligence.

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Income vs Expenditure

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5 Year Trend

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