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Swansea Foodbank

Swansea Foodbank was established in 2010 and provides emergency food to people referred to us by our partner agencies. We rely on the generosity of local people to donate food and volunteer. We operate from locations around Swansea including Clydach, Port Tennant, Gorseinon, Mayhill, Penlan and Uplands.

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Activities & Mission

Swansea Foodbank was established in 2010 and provides emergency food to people referred to us by our partner agencies. We rely on the generosity of local people to donate food and volunteer. We operate from locations around Swansea including Clydach, Port Tennant, Gorseinon, Mayhill, Penlan and Uplands.

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
£229,915
Latest Expenditure
£163,738

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 71.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 71.2%
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
£229,915
£163,7380 / 150
2024
£265,631
£128,6580 / 110

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Swansea Foodbank

What does Swansea Foodbank do?

Swansea Foodbank was established in 2010 and provides emergency food to people referred to us by our partner agencies. We rely on the generosity of local people to donate food and volunteer. We operate from locations around Swansea including Clydach, Port Tennant, Gorseinon, Mayhill, Penlan and Uplands.

How much income did Swansea Foodbank report in 2025?

Swansea Foodbank reported total income of £230k and reported expenditure of £164k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Swansea Foodbank registered as a charity?

Swansea Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 April 2023 as charity number 1202604. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs Swansea Foodbank?

Swansea Foodbank is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gloria Hughes. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Swansea Foodbank operate?

Swansea Foodbank operates in City Of Swansea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Swansea Foodbank a registered charity?

Yes — Swansea Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202604.

Details

Address
St Catherine's Church
Alexandra Road
Gorseinon
SWANSEA
SA4 4NU
Registration Date
3 April 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5207346
Charity Number
1202604

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Trustees

Gloria Hughes Chair
Alan Joseph Mainwaring
Julie Rees
Also governs 1 other charity
Peter Edward Hurst
Philip Davies
Also governs 2 other charities
Rev Dr Adrian Morgan
Also governs 2 other charities
Sandra Kay Thomas

Sectors & Classifications

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