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Portland Foodbank

The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship, in particular but not exclusively in Portland and the surrounding area based on Christian principles by providing emergency food to individuals and families in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or financial hardship.

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Activities & Mission

The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship, in particular but not exclusively in Portland and the surrounding area based on Christian principles by providing emergency food to individuals and families in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or financial hardship.

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
£52,330
Latest Expenditure
£27,445

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 52.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 52.4%
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.

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
£52,330
£27,4450 / 45
2024
£41,664
£28,4790 / 45
2023
£43,648
£25,8720 / 40
2022
£17,226
£15,2150 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Portland Foodbank

What does Portland Foodbank do?

The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship, in particular but not exclusively in Portland and the surrounding area based on Christian principles by providing emergency food to individuals and families in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty or financial hardship.

How much income did Portland Foodbank report in 2025?

Portland Foodbank reported total income of £52k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Portland Foodbank registered as a charity?

Portland Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 2021 as charity number 1194428. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Portland Foodbank?

Portland Foodbank is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Ralph Kimber. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Portland Foodbank operate?

Portland Foodbank operates in Dorset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Portland Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Portland Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1194428.

Details

Address
ST. JOHNS CHURCH HALL
VENTNOR ROAD
PORTLAND
DT5 1JE
Registration Date
11 May 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5174873
Charity Number
1194428

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Trustees

Paul Ralph Kimber Chair
Angela Hoskins
David Farmer
Neil Cruickshank
Rebecca Louise Morley
Rosemarie Husain
Tracy Anne Stagg

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