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Fitzjohns Foodbank

Also known as: Fitzjohns Community Food

We hand out weekly food parcels from Christ Church, Prince Edwards Road, Lewes to provide food, essential toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need residing in Lewes and local surrounding areas. We receive donations of food and financial support from many local businesses, schools, churches and individuals.

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Activities & Mission

We hand out weekly food parcels from Christ Church, Prince Edwards Road, Lewes to provide food, essential toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need residing in Lewes and local surrounding areas. We receive donations of food and financial support from many local businesses, schools, churches and individuals.

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
£107,710
Latest Expenditure
£87,000

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.8%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£107,710
£87,0000 / 38
2023
£76,976
£51,4820 / 36
2022
£31,411
£21,0360 / 30
2021
£44,103
£21,6920 / 30
2020
£30,569
£16,7120 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Fitzjohns Foodbank

What does Fitzjohns Foodbank do?

We hand out weekly food parcels from Christ Church, Prince Edwards Road, Lewes to provide food, essential toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need residing in Lewes and local surrounding areas. We receive donations of food and financial support from many local businesses, schools, churches and individuals.

How much income did Fitzjohns Foodbank report in 2024?

Fitzjohns Foodbank reported total income of £108k and reported expenditure of £87k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Fitzjohns Foodbank registered as a charity?

Fitzjohns Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 August 2019 as charity number 1184775. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs Fitzjohns Foodbank?

Fitzjohns Foodbank is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Ronald Ranta. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Fitzjohns Foodbank operate?

Fitzjohns Foodbank operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Fitzjohns Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Fitzjohns Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1184775.

Details

Address
Christ Church
Prince Edwards Road
LEWES
BN7 1BL
Registration Date
6 August 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5143224
Charity Number
1184775

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Trustees

Dr Ronald Ranta Chair
Alison Jane Ghanimi
John Terence Turner
Kelvin John Bromley
Louise Lacey
Neil Graham Fisher
Also governs 1 other charity
Steven Bostwick

Also Known As

  • Fitzjohns Community Food

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