Question 1

What is the mission of THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY?

Accepted Answer

TO PROVIDE CARE AND SHELTER FOR STRAY NEGLECTED AND UNWANTED ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS AND THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS OF ALL KINDS FROM ILL-USAGE CRUELTY AND SUFFERING.

Question 2

What is the financial size of THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY?

Accepted Answer

THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £2,167,991 and total expenditure of £2,024,377.

Question 3

How does THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 50.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 49.2% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.8%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY?

Accepted Answer

THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY employs 56 staff members and is supported by 132 volunteers.

Question 5

Does THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Does THE FERNE ANIMAL SANCTUARY pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

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

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