Colchester Foodbank
Also known as: Brightlingsea Foodbank, Colchester Central Foodbank, Greenstead Foodbank, Highwoods Foodbank, Monkwick Foodbank, Myland Foodbank, New Town Foodbank, Rowhedge Foodbank, Tiptree Foodbank, Wivenhoe Foodbank
Colchester Foodbank seeks to address food poverty in the local area by giving food parcels to clients who have been issued with a voucher from a professional agency. In addition, we seek to make available signposting from a range of professionals who can advise on debt, housing, benefits, health and wellbeing, budgeting and child welfare.
Activities & Mission
Colchester Foodbank seeks to address food poverty in the local area by giving food parcels to clients who have been issued with a voucher from a professional agency. In addition, we seek to make available signposting from a range of professionals who can advise on debt, housing, benefits, health and wellbeing, budgeting and child welfare.
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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 | £322,689 | £314,040 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2024 | £391,840 | £319,710 | 0 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about Colchester Foodbank
What does Colchester Foodbank do?
Colchester Foodbank seeks to address food poverty in the local area by giving food parcels to clients who have been issued with a voucher from a professional agency. In addition, we seek to make available signposting from a range of professionals who can advise on debt, housing, benefits, health and wellbeing, budgeting and child welfare.
How much income did Colchester Foodbank report in 2025?
Colchester Foodbank reported total income of £323k and reported expenditure of £314k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Colchester Foodbank registered as a charity?
Colchester Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 September 2023 as charity number 1204958. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Colchester Foodbank?
Colchester Foodbank is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Tibber. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Colchester Foodbank operate?
Colchester Foodbank operates in Essex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Colchester Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — Colchester Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204958.
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Also Known As
- Brightlingsea Foodbank, Colchester Central Foodbank, Greenstead Foodbank, Highwoods Foodbank, Monkwick Foodbank, Myland Foodbank, New Town Foodbank, Rowhedge Foodbank, Tiptree Foodbank, Wivenhoe Foodbank
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- 9 November 2026
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