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Grimsby Shoeboxes

We fill shoeboxes to give to children/families in Eastern Europe by other registered charities. We put in donated good condition items (clothing/toys/stationery/toiletries etc) & raise funds to buy new items. We accept filled shoeboxes. We also give shoeboxes, household items and Christmas Presents to local children/families in need. We are based at The Ice House in Victor Street, Grimsby.

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Activities & Mission

We fill shoeboxes to give to children/families in Eastern Europe by other registered charities. We put in donated good condition items (clothing/toys/stationery/toiletries etc) & raise funds to buy new items. We accept filled shoeboxes. We also give shoeboxes, household items and Christmas Presents to local children/families in need. We are based at The Ice House in Victor Street, Grimsby.

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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

Latest Income
£17,806
Latest Expenditure
£12,307

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 69.1%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£17,806
£12,3070 / 70
2024
£16,044
£10,1670 / 80
2023
£24,096
£21,5380 / 80

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Frequently asked questions about Grimsby Shoeboxes

What does Grimsby Shoeboxes do?

We fill shoeboxes to give to children/families in Eastern Europe by other registered charities. We put in donated good condition items (clothing/toys/stationery/toiletries etc) & raise funds to buy new items. We accept filled shoeboxes. We also give shoeboxes, household items and Christmas Presents to local children/families in need. We are based at The Ice House in Victor Street, Grimsby.

How much income did Grimsby Shoeboxes report in 2025?

Grimsby Shoeboxes reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Grimsby Shoeboxes registered as a charity?

Grimsby Shoeboxes was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 15 September 2022 as charity number 1200386. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs Grimsby Shoeboxes?

Grimsby Shoeboxes is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Karen Lepley. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Grimsby Shoeboxes operate?

Grimsby Shoeboxes operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Grimsby Shoeboxes a registered charity?

Yes — Grimsby Shoeboxes is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1200386.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
15 September 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5206312
Charity Number
1200386

Trustees

Karen Lepley Chair
Denise Johnson
Ellie Davis
Joy Walker

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9 November 2026
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