Eggcup
Intercept surplus food; organise buying cooperative of staple foods; provide training to volunteers; support neighbourhood groups in setting up and running food clubs; provide infrastructure, guidance and support to local food organisations; provide food club services for the benefit of people on low incomes in a manner that support community wellbeing and integration.
Activities & Mission
Intercept surplus food; organise buying cooperative of staple foods; provide training to volunteers; support neighbourhood groups in setting up and running food clubs; provide infrastructure, guidance and support to local food organisations; provide food club services for the benefit of people on low incomes in a manner that support community wellbeing and integration.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 15% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 724). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £478,622 | £515,523 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2024 | £801,129 | £927,566 | £292,707 | £300,840 | £210,965 | 8 / 90 |
| 2023 | £821,523 | £605,944 | £244,627 | £427,277 | £248,314 | 8 / 90 |
| 2022 | £524,179 | £364,899 | £364,899 | £211,698 | £137,800 | 5 / 50 |
| 2021 | £20,000 | £180 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Eggcup
What does Eggcup do?
Intercept surplus food; organise buying cooperative of staple foods; provide training to volunteers; support neighbourhood groups in setting up and running food clubs; provide infrastructure, guidance and support to local food organisations; provide food club services for the benefit of people on low incomes in a manner that support community wellbeing and integration.
How much income did Eggcup report in 2025?
Eggcup reported total income of £479k and reported expenditure of £516k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Eggcup?
Eggcup has a program ratio of 36.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 15% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 724 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Eggcup registered as a charity?
Eggcup was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 June 2020 as charity number 1190121. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Eggcup?
Eggcup is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Eggcup operate?
Eggcup operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Eggcup a registered charity?
Yes — Eggcup is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190121.
Details
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LA1 1NZ
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- 14 May 2026
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