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The Pygmy Hippo Foundation
Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data
The Pygmy Hippo Foundation is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include animals, environment/conservation/heritage.
The Pygmy Hippo Foundation (number 1143590) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does The Pygmy Hippo Foundation do?
To promote the conservation, preservation and protection for the benefit of the public of the Pygmy Hippo and other species in their natural environments.To advance the education of the public by promoting understanding and knowledge of the Pygmy Hippo and of other endangered species in their natural environment and their conservation, preservation and protection.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Pygmy Hippo Foundation
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Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records The Pygmy Hippo Foundation as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Human Resources.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.
What causes is The Pygmy Hippo Foundation registered for?
AnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage
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Is The Pygmy Hippo Foundation a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists The Pygmy Hippo Foundation as a registered charity (number 1143590) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is The Pygmy Hippo Foundation's charity number?
The Pygmy Hippo Foundation's charity number is 1143590. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does The Pygmy Hippo Foundation do?
To promote the conservation, preservation and protection for the benefit of the public of the Pygmy Hippo and other species in their natural environments.To advance the education of the public by promoting understanding and knowledge of the Pygmy Hippo and of other endangered species in their natural environment and their conservation, preservation and protection.
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How can I donate to The Pygmy Hippo Foundation?
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Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to The Pygmy Hippo Foundation?
The register records The Pygmy Hippo Foundation as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
When was The Pygmy Hippo Foundation registered as a charity?
The Pygmy Hippo Foundation was entered on the register on 31 August 2011. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 07708882).