Knowsley Foodbank
Knowsley Foodbank works to prevent and relieve poverty in Knowsley by providing emergency food provision, toiletries, homewares, clothing, debt/welfare advice and other training to those in financial need with no distinction of age, race, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, political belief or other opinions/distinction.
Activities & Mission
Knowsley Foodbank works to prevent and relieve poverty in Knowsley by providing emergency food provision, toiletries, homewares, clothing, debt/welfare advice and other training to those in financial need with no distinction of age, race, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, political belief or other opinions/distinction.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 24% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?
Higher than 8% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 82% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £863,474 | £890,407 | £546,299 | £5,993 | £5,993 | 10 / 12 |
| 2023 | £452,060 | £432,922 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2022 | £103,106 | £89,318 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Knowsley Foodbank
What does Knowsley Foodbank do?
Knowsley Foodbank works to prevent and relieve poverty in Knowsley by providing emergency food provision, toiletries, homewares, clothing, debt/welfare advice and other training to those in financial need with no distinction of age, race, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, political belief or other opinions/distinction.
How much income did Knowsley Foodbank report in 2024?
Knowsley Foodbank reported total income of £863k and reported expenditure of £890k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Knowsley Foodbank?
Knowsley Foodbank has a program ratio of 63.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 24% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Knowsley Foodbank registered as a charity?
Knowsley Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2021 as charity number 1196064. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Knowsley Foodbank?
Knowsley Foodbank is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Knowsley Foodbank operate?
Knowsley Foodbank operates across 2 areas: Knowsley and Liverpool City.
Is Knowsley Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — Knowsley Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196064.
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Beckett Close
Knowsley Industrial Estate
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