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Love Dereham

Also known as: Dcsc, Dereham Community Support Centre, Love Dereham Ltd

The prevention or relief of poverty of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship in Dereham and the surrounding area in particular though not exclusively, by the provision of a foodbank; to signpost such persons to statutory and voluntary local partner agencies; and to work towards reducing social isolation and loneliness.

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Activities & Mission

The prevention or relief of poverty of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship in Dereham and the surrounding area in particular though not exclusively, by the provision of a foodbank; to signpost such persons to statutory and voluntary local partner agencies; and to work towards reducing social isolation and loneliness.

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

Latest Income
£43,404
Latest Expenditure
£38,066

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 87.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 87.7%
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
£43,404
£38,0660 / 25
2024
£44,053
£30,5140 / 35
2023
£22,278
£23,0600 / 35
2021
£22,001
£6,0360 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about Love Dereham

What does Love Dereham do?

The prevention or relief of poverty of those in need, by reason of youth, age, ill-health, disability or financial hardship in Dereham and the surrounding area in particular though not exclusively, by the provision of a foodbank; to signpost such persons to statutory and voluntary local partner agencies; and to work towards reducing social isolation and loneliness.

How much income did Love Dereham report in 2025?

Love Dereham reported total income of £43k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Love Dereham registered as a charity?

Love Dereham was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 June 2011 as charity number 1142632. It has been registered for 15 years.

Who runs Love Dereham?

Love Dereham is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Keith Alfred Mersh. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Love Dereham operate?

Love Dereham operates in Norfolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Love Dereham a registered charity?

Yes — Love Dereham is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142632.

Details

Address
CHURCH ANNEXE
NORWICH STREET
DEREHAM
NORFOLK
NR19 1BX
Registration Date
28 June 2011
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5019916
Charity Number
1142632

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Trustees

Keith Alfred Mersh Chair
Jackie Cook
Jane Heather Allinson
Peter Ronald Dinsmore

Also Known As

  • Dcsc
  • Dereham Community Support Centre
  • Love Dereham Ltd
  • Love Dereham

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30 July 2026
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