The Charities

The Bumblebee Conservation Trust was established because of serious concerns about the ‘plight of the bumblebee’.

In the last 80 years the UK’s bumblebee populations have crashed.

This is extremely worrying as these bees pollinate our crops and wildflowers so this is a crisis that the Bumblebee Conservation Trust are rapidly addressing to ensure a future rich in bumblebees, diverse foodstuffs and colourful flowers.

They raise awareness and fund projects designed to ensure that bumblebees flourish and increase in numbers throughout the UK.

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As nominated by Animal Friends

The Celia Hammond Animal Trust operates an emergency rescue service in London and throughout the South-East for stray, sick and injured animals.

The Trust has a strict non-destruction policy unless animals are suffering with a terminal illness or are hopelessly injured and beyond any veterinary help. Last year over 5,000 animals were rehomed by the Trust.

The Trust has two clinics in London where a full veterinary service is provided for cats, dogs and other pets belonging to low-income pet owners who do not qualify for help from the major charities but cannot afford private veterinary fees.

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As nominated by Mumsnet

StreetVet was born in 2016, inspired by the incredible bond between a homeless man, Gary, and his dog Lola.

Victims of the UK homelessness epidemic often have scant support, except for, in a growing number of cases, the companionship of their pets.

The bond between many homeless people and their dogs is profound, such that their pets’ wellbeing is a life-shaping priority.

Now Street Vet's ever-increasing number of volunteers can help, by providing accessible, fundamental vet care around Britain.

Street Vet bring direct veterinary care to those on the streets who need it most.

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As nominated by Vet Times