The Big Difference

The Big Difference is a food redistribution charity serving the community of Southampton.

Activities & Mission

The Big Difference is a food redistribution charity serving the community of Southampton.

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.

Region

England

Financial Information

Latest Income

£721,570

Latest Expenditure

£545,970

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 59.0%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 78.0%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 22.4%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £594,338

Charitable Activities £0

Other Trading £126,430

Investments £802

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £425,899

Raising Funds £120,071

Governance £2,070

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£721,570	£545,970	£425,899	£346,399	£346,399	4 / 30
2024	£231,368	£60,569				0 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Big Difference

What does The Big Difference do?

The Big Difference is a food redistribution charity serving the community of Southampton.

How much income did The Big Difference report in 2025?

The Big Difference reported total income of £722k and reported expenditure of £546k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Big Difference registered as a charity?

The Big Difference was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 March 2023 as charity number 1202119. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Big Difference?

The Big Difference is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ashley James. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Big Difference operate?

The Big Difference operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Big Difference a registered charity?

Yes — The Big Difference is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1202119.