Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter
Also known as: Fcens
Relief of poverty among homeless persons and rough sleepers living in Waltham Forest who are in conditions of need, hardship and distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances and in particular but not exclusively by deploying human and material resources to provide appropriate relief to such persons.Winter shelter, food, clothing, showers, laundry and other relevant services
Activities & Mission
Relief of poverty among homeless persons and rough sleepers living in Waltham Forest who are in conditions of need, hardship and distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances and in particular but not exclusively by deploying human and material resources to provide appropriate relief to such persons.Winter shelter, food, clothing, showers, laundry and other relevant services
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
Financial Trend
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 | £331,038 | £326,584 | 0 / 105 | |||
| 2024 | £325,868 | £263,717 | 0 / 105 | |||
| 2023 | £225,305 | £217,676 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2022 | £173,134 | £166,537 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2021 | £146,910 | £141,902 | 0 / 50 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter
What does Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter do?
Relief of poverty among homeless persons and rough sleepers living in Waltham Forest who are in conditions of need, hardship and distress by reason of their social and economic circumstances and in particular but not exclusively by deploying human and material resources to provide appropriate relief to such persons.Winter shelter, food, clothing, showers, laundry and other relevant services
How much income did Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter report in 2025?
Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter reported total income of £331k and reported expenditure of £327k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter registered as a charity?
Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 July 2012 as charity number 1148362. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter?
Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Charles Drury. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter operate?
Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter operates in Waltham Forest, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter a registered charity?
Yes — Forest Churches Emergency Night Shelter is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148362.
Details
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LONDON
E17 9RJ
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- 14 May 2026
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