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Lewisham Donation Hub

We are a frontline service that collects and organises community donations of all kinds which we then distribute to those facing acute hardship in London. Founded in 2020, we are now one of the main points of support for those seeking asylum, the homeless, domestic violence survivors & many other groups.

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Activities & Mission

We are a frontline service that collects and organises community donations of all kinds which we then distribute to those facing acute hardship in London. Founded in 2020, we are now one of the main points of support for those seeking asylum, the homeless, domestic violence survivors & many other groups.

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
£569,800
Latest Expenditure
£603,449

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 105.9%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 83% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 1815). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 100% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 80% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £530,851
Charitable Activities £38,949
Other Trading £0
Investments £0
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £603,449
Raising Funds £0
Governance £900
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£569,800
£603,449£603,449£44,293£41,8075 / 160
2024
£200,235
£101,8940 / 150

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Lewisham Donation Hub

What does Lewisham Donation Hub do?

We are a frontline service that collects and organises community donations of all kinds which we then distribute to those facing acute hardship in London. Founded in 2020, we are now one of the main points of support for those seeking asylum, the homeless, domestic violence survivors & many other groups.

How much income did Lewisham Donation Hub report in 2025?

Lewisham Donation Hub reported total income of £570k and reported expenditure of £603k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is Lewisham Donation Hub?

Lewisham Donation Hub has a program ratio of 105.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 83% of UK Social welfare charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 1815 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was Lewisham Donation Hub registered as a charity?

Lewisham Donation Hub was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 April 2023 as charity number 1202607. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Lewisham Donation Hub?

Lewisham Donation Hub is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Yvette Dearden. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Lewisham Donation Hub operate?

Lewisham Donation Hub operates across 7 areas, including Bexley, Bromley, Croydon and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Lewisham Donation Hub a registered charity?

Yes — Lewisham Donation Hub is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202607.

Details

Address
Unit D
261 LEWISHAM HIGH STREET
LONDON
Registration Date
3 April 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5205940
Charity Number
1202607

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Trustees

Yvette Dearden Chair
Akida John-Ambrose
Carolyn Emanuel
Also governs 1 other charity
Catherine McCarthy
Also governs 1 other charity
Evgenii Khramkov
Magdalena Szlenkier
Sandra Ajidahun
Thomas Lax

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