Food For Families
Food for Families was created to use surplus food from food supermarkets and stores, and use this to cook meals for local families who are struggling with food poverty. We also provide Emergency Food Bags, and provide FREE food at a local Charity Hub. Food for Families also has a cooking project called Let's Cook! to help families to learn to cook on a budget
Activities & Mission
Food for Families was created to use surplus food from food supermarkets and stores, and use this to cook meals for local families who are struggling with food poverty. We also provide Emergency Food Bags, and provide FREE food at a local Charity Hub. Food for Families also has a cooking project called Let's Cook! to help families to learn to cook on a budget
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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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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 | £66,741 | £45,187 | 0 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Food For Families
What does Food For Families do?
Food for Families was created to use surplus food from food supermarkets and stores, and use this to cook meals for local families who are struggling with food poverty. We also provide Emergency Food Bags, and provide FREE food at a local Charity Hub. Food for Families also has a cooking project called Let's Cook! to help families to learn to cook on a budget
How much income did Food For Families report in 2025?
Food For Families reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £45k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Food For Families registered as a charity?
Food For Families was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 July 2024 as charity number 1209118. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Food For Families?
Food For Families is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Lesley Josephine Maslen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Food For Families operate?
Food For Families operates in Calderdale, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Food For Families a registered charity?
Yes — Food For Families is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1209118.
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