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Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank

Also known as: Pontefract Food Bank

The prevention and relief of poverty in Pontefract and surrounding area particularly but not exclusively by providing emergency food and supplies to individuals and families in need and signposting people to appropriate agencies.

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Activities & Mission

The prevention and relief of poverty in Pontefract and surrounding area particularly but not exclusively by providing emergency food and supplies to individuals and families in need and signposting people to appropriate agencies.

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
£21,104
Latest Expenditure
£11,727

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 55.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 55.6%
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
£21,104
£11,7270 / 28
2024
£30,814
£12,4160 / 30
2023
£32,953
£11,3120 / 35
2022
£17,213
£7,6860 / 35
2021
£20,668
£14,0090 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank

What does Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank do?

The prevention and relief of poverty in Pontefract and surrounding area particularly but not exclusively by providing emergency food and supplies to individuals and families in need and signposting people to appropriate agencies.

How much income did Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank report in 2025?

Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £12k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank registered as a charity?

Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 January 2014 as charity number 1155552. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank?

Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank operate?

Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank operates in City Of Wakefield, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Pontefract And Knottingley Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1155552.

Details

Address
C/O CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH
NEWGATE
PONTEFRACT
WF8 1NB
Registration Date
29 January 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5043441
Charity Number
1155552

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Trustees

Alastair Lewis
Also governs 1 other charity
Ann Harris
Brenda Lee
Carla Candler
Also governs 1 other charity
Elizabeth Gitsham
Also governs 1 other charity
Gary Byrne
Mark Foy
Sharon Devlin
Wayne Clarida

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Pontefract Food Bank
  • Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank

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