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Northern Devon Foodbank

Provision of services to people in financial hardship, mainly but not exclusively, by offering food or vouchers. Running educational courses to help clients improve their ability to remain in good health. Signposting clients to additional services that may improve their ability to survive. Encouraging clients in the Christian faith

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Activities & Mission

Provision of services to people in financial hardship, mainly but not exclusively, by offering food or vouchers. Running educational courses to help clients improve their ability to remain in good health. Signposting clients to additional services that may improve their ability to survive. Encouraging clients in the Christian faith

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£236,218
Latest Expenditure
£223,332

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 94.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 94.5%
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
£236,218
£223,3320 / 180
2024
£149,290
£178,3640 / 150
2023
£203,539
£82,3570 / 180
2022
£124,660
£58,8890 / 125
2021
£217,231
£68,1000 / 98

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Northern Devon Foodbank

What does Northern Devon Foodbank do?

Provision of services to people in financial hardship, mainly but not exclusively, by offering food or vouchers. Running educational courses to help clients improve their ability to remain in good health. Signposting clients to additional services that may improve their ability to survive. Encouraging clients in the Christian faith

How much income did Northern Devon Foodbank report in 2025?

Northern Devon Foodbank reported total income of £236k and reported expenditure of £223k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Northern Devon Foodbank registered as a charity?

Northern Devon Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 July 2015 as charity number 1162651. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs Northern Devon Foodbank?

Northern Devon Foodbank is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Alun Dobson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Northern Devon Foodbank operate?

Northern Devon Foodbank operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Northern Devon Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Northern Devon Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1162651.

Details

Address
SUPREME HOUSE
PITT LANE
BIDEFORD
Registration Date
13 July 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5057426
Charity Number
1162651

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Trustees

Alun Dobson Chair
JAMES ANDREW CRAIGIE
Rev Stephen Skinner
Stephen Bones

Sectors & Classifications

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