By: Quinn Robinson

Introduction to the RSPCA

One of the largest charities in the UK

Known as being the first animal welfare charity

Has hundreds of employees and countless volunteers

History Began in 1824 as

the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Founders:Reverend Arthur

BroomeWilliam WilberforceRichard Martin

Making it Official 1840- Queen

Victoria allowed the society to add the “Royal” prefix

The current name is the same as it was in 1840

Prosecutors Martins Act of 1822 Supposed to punish

abusers of animals like:HorsesCattleSheep

Encompassing Other Species

Plumage Act of 1919Restricted the use of

bird plumage for fashion

Extended to certain species like Egrets

Aid During War

Sent veterinary supplies during WWIUsed to help the

horses on the frontlines

Animal Welfare Act of 2006

Replaced the Protection of Animals Act of 1911Has preventative

measures where the animal can be removed before abused

Restricts dog tail docking

Headquarters Horsham, West

Sussex South of London

Has 169 branches all over England and Wales

Current Leadership Has an elected

council Has several

appointed vice-presidents

The royal patron is the Queen

Council Chairman: Daphne

Harris Vice-chairman:

Michael Tomlinson Treasurer: Margaret

Baker Deputy-treasurer:

Tim Bray

Membership Main Types:

Normal memberJoint memberFriend of member

Others:Animal Action ClubJunior Members

Volunteering

Easy to sign up Many types of jobs Locations all over

the UK

Mission

“The RSPCA as a charity will, by all lawful means, prevent cruelty, promote kindness to and alleviate suffering of all animals.”

Funding Most from individual

donors Some from trusts Aggressively

fundraisesTVRadioDoor to door

Current Budget In 2008, the RSPCA

reported an income of 119,926,000 GBP and operated on about 114,090,000 GBP.

Controversies “Turf Battle” with the

SSPCAAccused of taking

funds from Scottish people

Death of GangotriEuthanized sacred

cowAngered Hindu

community

The Future of the RSPCA Continues to grow

and adapt to changes over time

Has saved countless animals since 1824 and will be important in animal welfare in the future

Questions?