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St Ives Foodbank

The relief of financial hardship amongst people in St Ives and the surrounding TR26 postcode area who are referred by staturory agencies, schools, churches or other community charities, by providing emergency food, essential toiletries, and household items to individuals and families in need; and by other means, including provision of support or signposting to relevant information or advice.

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Activities & Mission

The relief of financial hardship amongst people in St Ives and the surrounding TR26 postcode area who are referred by staturory agencies, schools, churches or other community charities, by providing emergency food, essential toiletries, and household items to individuals and families in need; and by other means, including provision of support or signposting to relevant information or advice.

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
£66,558
Latest Expenditure
£43,585

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 65.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 65.5%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£66,558
£43,5850 / 11
2023
£36,235
£26,0890 / 9

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about St Ives Foodbank

What does St Ives Foodbank do?

The relief of financial hardship amongst people in St Ives and the surrounding TR26 postcode area who are referred by staturory agencies, schools, churches or other community charities, by providing emergency food, essential toiletries, and household items to individuals and families in need; and by other means, including provision of support or signposting to relevant information or advice.

How much income did St Ives Foodbank report in 2024?

St Ives Foodbank reported total income of £67k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was St Ives Foodbank registered as a charity?

St Ives Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 2022 as charity number 1201246. It has been registered for 4 years.

Who runs St Ives Foodbank?

St Ives Foodbank is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Christopher Wallis. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does St Ives Foodbank operate?

St Ives Foodbank operates in Cornwall, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is St Ives Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — St Ives Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1201246.

Details

Address
13 Coombe Road
PENZANCE
Cornwall
TR18 3NP
Registration Date
6 December 2022
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5208967
Charity Number
1201246

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Trustees

Rev Christopher Wallis Chair
Dr Keith Judkins
Also governs 2 other charities
PAULINE STRINGER
Roger Green

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14 May 2026
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