Community Initiatives South West Limited
Also known as: Community Initiatives South West Community Interest Company
The charity's mission is to combat food waste and thereby reduce food poverty by supporting communities and groups (its network members) which work with people who have:Low or no income, poor access to affordable nutritious food and a lack of knowledge or skills or equipment to ensure food is safe and prepared properly.
Activities & Mission
The charity's mission is to combat food waste and thereby reduce food poverty by supporting communities and groups (its network members) which work with people who have:Low or no income, poor access to affordable nutritious food and a lack of knowledge or skills or equipment to ensure food is safe and prepared properly.
Areas of Operation
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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 94% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 39% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 37% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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Financial Trend
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 | £1,744,687 | £2,247,669 | £2,118,057 | £541,506 | £349,676 | 40 / 336 |
| 2024 | £2,007,115 | £1,880,463 | £1,767,828 | £1,044,488 | £873,373 | 39 / 355 |
| 2023 | £1,526,547 | £1,764,103 | £1,494,638 | £917,835 | £452,029 | 33 / 364 |
| 2022 | £1,199,677 | £1,503,844 | £1,393,866 | £1,155,391 | £691,830 | 28 / 196 |
| 2021 | £2,106,070 | £1,044,191 | £975,844 | £1,459,558 | £915,998 | 19 / 185 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Community Initiatives South West Limited
What does Community Initiatives South West Limited do?
The charity's mission is to combat food waste and thereby reduce food poverty by supporting communities and groups (its network members) which work with people who have:Low or no income, poor access to affordable nutritious food and a lack of knowledge or skills or equipment to ensure food is safe and prepared properly.
How much income did Community Initiatives South West Limited report in 2025?
Community Initiatives South West Limited reported total income of £1.74m and reported expenditure of £2.25m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Community Initiatives South West Limited?
Community Initiatives South West Limited has a program ratio of 121.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 94% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Community Initiatives South West Limited registered as a charity?
Community Initiatives South West Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 September 2008 as charity number 1125905. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Community Initiatives South West Limited?
Community Initiatives South West Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Community Initiatives South West Limited operate?
Community Initiatives South West Limited operates across 3 areas: Ireland, United States and England.
Is Community Initiatives South West Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Community Initiatives South West Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1125905.
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Bristol
BS2 9EB
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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