Ethnic Food Bank
The Ethnic Food Bank is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and registered as a charity by the Charity Commission for England and Wales ,Registered Charity Number: 1203329.Our aim is to combat food poverty by opening a food bank that provides free, nutritionally balanced, familiar, and culturally appropriate emergency ethnic food parcels for those in financial hardships; and subsequent
Activities & Mission
The Ethnic Food Bank is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and registered as a charity by the Charity Commission for England and Wales ,Registered Charity Number: 1203329.Our aim is to combat food poverty by opening a food bank that provides free, nutritionally balanced, familiar, and culturally appropriate emergency ethnic food parcels for those in financial hardships; and subsequent
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 Information
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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 | £16,665 | £10,492 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £22,838 | £7,105 | 0 / 5 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ethnic Food Bank
What does Ethnic Food Bank do?
The Ethnic Food Bank is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) and registered as a charity by the Charity Commission for England and Wales ,Registered Charity Number: 1203329.Our aim is to combat food poverty by opening a food bank that provides free, nutritionally balanced, familiar, and culturally appropriate emergency ethnic food parcels for those in financial hardships; and subsequent
How much income did Ethnic Food Bank report in 2025?
Ethnic Food Bank reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ethnic Food Bank registered as a charity?
Ethnic Food Bank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 May 2023 as charity number 1203329. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs Ethnic Food Bank?
Ethnic Food Bank is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Minaz Mazi-Kotwal. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ethnic Food Bank operate?
Ethnic Food Bank operates in Bedford, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ethnic Food Bank a registered charity?
Yes — Ethnic Food Bank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1203329.
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