Isle Of Wight Foodbank
We provide emergency food and support to local people in crisis. This is achieved through the public donating food either at Collection Points or Supermarket Collections. Food is then sorted and distributed to the Distribution Centres. Frontline care professionals give foodbank vouchers to people in crisis and these can be exchanged for three days worth of food at a foodbank Distribution Centre.
Activities & Mission
We provide emergency food and support to local people in crisis. This is achieved through the public donating food either at Collection Points or Supermarket Collections. Food is then sorted and distributed to the Distribution Centres. Frontline care professionals give foodbank vouchers to people in crisis and these can be exchanged for three days worth of food at a foodbank Distribution Centre.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £260,209 | £235,103 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2023 | £299,000 | £272,000 | 0 / 119 | |||
| 2022 | £292,916 | £211,918 | 0 / 120 | |||
| 2021 | £221,534 | £156,948 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2020 | £248,148 | £134,823 | 0 / 100 |
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Frequently asked questions about Isle Of Wight Foodbank
What does Isle Of Wight Foodbank do?
We provide emergency food and support to local people in crisis. This is achieved through the public donating food either at Collection Points or Supermarket Collections. Food is then sorted and distributed to the Distribution Centres. Frontline care professionals give foodbank vouchers to people in crisis and these can be exchanged for three days worth of food at a foodbank Distribution Centre.
How much income did Isle Of Wight Foodbank report in 2024?
Isle Of Wight Foodbank reported total income of £260k and reported expenditure of £235k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Isle Of Wight Foodbank registered as a charity?
Isle Of Wight Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 November 2011 as charity number 1144644. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Isle Of Wight Foodbank?
Isle Of Wight Foodbank is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT CHRISTOPHER HOLGATE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Isle Of Wight Foodbank operate?
Isle Of Wight Foodbank operates in Isle Of Wight, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Isle Of Wight Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — Isle Of Wight Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144644.
Details
LOVE LANE
COWES
ISLE OF WIGHT
PO31 7ET
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