The financial scale of The Donkey Sanctuary, as reflected by its total income for the latest reported period, amounted to £53,333,546.
While "worth" can sometimes refer to total assets or a market valuation, the available public financial data for charities like The Donkey Sanctuary typically details their income and expenditure for a given period. The figures below represent the total income received by the charity from various sources.
Total Income and Sources
For the reported period, The Donkey Sanctuary's total income reached over £53 million, derived primarily from donations and legacies. This substantial income enables the charity to pursue its mission of protecting donkeys and mules worldwide.
The breakdown of this income is as follows:
| Income Source | Amount |
|---|---|
| Donations and legacies | £47,560,000 |
| Charitable activities | £0 |
| Other trading activities | £4,920,000 |
| Investments | £599,730 |
| Other | £258,210 |
| Total Income | £53,333,546 |
Understanding the Income Streams
- Donations and Legacies: This represents the vast majority of The Donkey Sanctuary's income, highlighting significant public support through direct donations and bequests.
- Charitable Activities: An income of £0 from charitable activities suggests that the core charitable services provided by the sanctuary are not directly revenue-generating, or any related income is categorized differently.
- Other Trading Activities: This could include income from gift shops, events, or other commercial ventures undertaken to support the charity's main objectives.
- Investments: Income generated from the charity's financial investments.
- Other: Miscellaneous income sources not fitting into the above categories.
For more detailed financial information, including full annual reports, you can refer to the official registration details of The Donkey Sanctuary on the Charity Commission's register, under charity number 264818.
