RSPCA Isle of Wight
We’re one of over 150 local branches that are proud to be part of the wider RSPCA network. Our work is focussed on caring for animals in need on the Isle of Wight. Here’s a quick guide to what we do, and how this differs from the RSPCA national charity:
RSPCA Isle of Wight
Local independent charity
- A local independent charity focussed on the Isle of Wight
- Founded 1950s
- Operates the Island Animal Centre near Godshill
- Cares for vulnerable Island animals, providing shelter and veterinary care before rehoming to adopters
- Supported by a large team of local volunteers
- Raises money locally through charity shops, legacies, donations, fundraising events and Bohemia Boarding
RSPCA
National charity
- A national charity covering all of England and Wales
- Founded 1824
- Employs a team of inspectors who can rescue animals in need and take them to a local branch
- Operates the national cruelty helpline 0300 1234 999
- Collects evidence for animal cruelty prosecutions
- Campaigns for higher animal welfare standards
- Raises money nationally via donations, legacies and corporate support
Our work
We’re an independent charity, supporting the work of the RSPCA at a local level.
We provide care and assistance to the animals on the Isle of Wight that require our help. The Island Animal Centre near Godshill cares for dogs, cats, rabbits, small animals and wildlife that need our help. We have an experienced employee team supported by a large number of volunteers who provide the specialist care needed for animals that most need our help.
Fundraising
It costs around £750,000 each year to run the Island Animal Centre. We don’t receive any government funding, and less than 10% of our income comes via the national RSPCA charity.
We therefore rely on the generosity of the local community to support our animal welfare work. All monies raised on the Island, remain on the Island and helps support abandoned, abused, and orphaned animals. Funds are raised through our charity shops, fundraising events, legacies and donations.
Our facilities
Our Reception building includes a welcoming reception area and shop, a committee/training room, and offices for our fundraising and administration team.
Both our cattery and dog kennels are equipped with separate veterinary consultation rooms for visiting vets. Our partner vets visit the centre every week, with further treatments taking place off-site at local clinics.
