The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals RSPCA is a charity operating in England and Wales which promotes animal welfare. The RSPCA is funded primarily by voluntary donations. Founded in 1824, it is the oldest and largest animal welfare organisation in the world, and is one of the largest charities in the UK. The organisation also does international outreach work across Europe, Africa and Asia. The charitys work has inspired the creation of similar groups in other jurisdictions around the world.