Bridgwater Foodbank
We are a Foodbank and hold the Trussell Trust franchise for Bridgwater. We issue our Red Vouchers to 39 agencies in and around Bridgwater the CAB, Housing Associations, Social Services, Primary Schools, Salvation Army etc etc.If the holders see a family in need they offer the person in crisis one of our Red Vouchers, they then bring the voucher to us and we give food in exchange.
Activities & Mission
We are a Foodbank and hold the Trussell Trust franchise for Bridgwater. We issue our Red Vouchers to 39 agencies in and around Bridgwater the CAB, Housing Associations, Social Services, Primary Schools, Salvation Army etc etc.If the holders see a family in need they offer the person in crisis one of our Red Vouchers, they then bring the voucher to us and we give food in exchange.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £72,965 | £20,155 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £65,212 | £21,023 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £77,888 | £52,391 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £68,219 | £15,328 | 0 / 23 | |||
| 2021 | £116,004 | £25,738 | 0 / 16 |
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Frequently asked questions about Bridgwater Foodbank
What does Bridgwater Foodbank do?
We are a Foodbank and hold the Trussell Trust franchise for Bridgwater. We issue our Red Vouchers to 39 agencies in and around Bridgwater the CAB, Housing Associations, Social Services, Primary Schools, Salvation Army etc etc.If the holders see a family in need they offer the person in crisis one of our Red Vouchers, they then bring the voucher to us and we give food in exchange.
How much income did Bridgwater Foodbank report in 2025?
Bridgwater Foodbank reported total income of £73k and reported expenditure of £20k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Bridgwater Foodbank registered as a charity?
Bridgwater Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 December 2016 as charity number 1170515. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Bridgwater Foodbank?
Bridgwater Foodbank is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Judith Helen Ballard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Bridgwater Foodbank operate?
Bridgwater Foodbank operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Bridgwater Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — Bridgwater Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1170515.
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Mount Street
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 3ER
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