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Devon And Cornwall Food Action

Also known as: The Devon & Cornwall Food Association Ltd, Dcfa

DCFA redistributes donated surplus food to families and individuals experiencing food poverty in Devon and Cornwall, thereby both saving perfectly edible food from going to landfill and feeding people who are in most of need of the food. All of the surplus food which is donated to DCFA is sourced from supermarkets, other branded food producers, farmers and growers.

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Activities & Mission

DCFA redistributes donated surplus food to families and individuals experiencing food poverty in Devon and Cornwall, thereby both saving perfectly edible food from going to landfill and feeding people who are in most of need of the food. All of the surplus food which is donated to DCFA is sourced from supermarkets, other branded food producers, farmers and growers.

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£209,431
Latest Expenditure
£195,413

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 93.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£209,431
£195,4130 / 75
2023
£196,945
£200,9130 / 80
2022
£183,216
£161,5640 / 25
2021
£139,521
£98,7770 / 50
2020
£111,187
£66,9040 / 100

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Devon And Cornwall Food Action

What does Devon And Cornwall Food Action do?

DCFA redistributes donated surplus food to families and individuals experiencing food poverty in Devon and Cornwall, thereby both saving perfectly edible food from going to landfill and feeding people who are in most of need of the food. All of the surplus food which is donated to DCFA is sourced from supermarkets, other branded food producers, farmers and growers.

How much income did Devon And Cornwall Food Action report in 2024?

Devon And Cornwall Food Action reported total income of £209k and reported expenditure of £195k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Devon And Cornwall Food Action registered as a charity?

Devon And Cornwall Food Action was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 January 2014 as charity number 1155313. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Devon And Cornwall Food Action?

Devon And Cornwall Food Action is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alan DUNNE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Devon And Cornwall Food Action operate?

Devon And Cornwall Food Action operates across 2 areas: Cornwall and Devon.

Is Devon And Cornwall Food Action a registered charity?

Yes — Devon And Cornwall Food Action is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155313.

Details

Address
Devon & Cornwall Food Action
4 Porsham Close
Roborough
PLYMOUTH
PL6 7DB
Registration Date
14 January 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5028591
Charity Number
1155313

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Trustees

Alan DUNNE Chair
Graham Smith
James Steele
Julie Keast
Shelly Monk

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • The Devon & Cornwall Food Association Ltd
  • Dcfa

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14 May 2026
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