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The Farming Community Network

Also known as: Farm Crisis Network, Fcn

Supporting members of the farming community who are going through difficult times. Running a confidential, national helpline and e-helpline which is open every day of the year from 7am - 11pm. Working with different stakeholders, including government bodies, agricultural organisations, healthcare services and other "Farming Help" charities, who are critical to the successful outcome of cases.

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Activities & Mission

Supporting members of the farming community who are going through difficult times. Running a confidential, national helpline and e-helpline which is open every day of the year from 7am - 11pm. Working with different stakeholders, including government bodies, agricultural organisations, healthcare services and other "Farming Help" charities, who are critical to the successful outcome of cases.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,794,750
Latest Expenditure
£1,392,725

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 73.2%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 94.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 12.4%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £1,643,984
Charitable Activities £132,310
Other Trading £0
Investments £18,456
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £1,314,238
Raising Funds £78,487
Governance £94,265
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,794,750
£1,392,725£1,314,238£2,244,297£2,023,80229 / 400
2024
£1,355,802
£1,009,262£943,231£1,818,900£1,517,12222 / 100
2023
£962,607
£913,484£854,373£1,390,610£752,01521 / 400
2022
£966,279
£767,676£498,704£1,363,175£1,091,12822 / 400
2021
£786,921
£601,007£410,607£1,160,124£917,76321 / 420

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Farming Community Network

What does The Farming Community Network do?

Supporting members of the farming community who are going through difficult times. Running a confidential, national helpline and e-helpline which is open every day of the year from 7am - 11pm. Working with different stakeholders, including government bodies, agricultural organisations, healthcare services and other "Farming Help" charities, who are critical to the successful outcome of cases.

How much income did The Farming Community Network report in 2025?

The Farming Community Network reported total income of £1.79m and reported expenditure of £1.39m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Farming Community Network registered as a charity?

The Farming Community Network was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2003 as charity number 1095919. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs The Farming Community Network?

The Farming Community Network is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Farming Community Network operate?

The Farming Community Network operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Farming Community Network a registered charity?

Yes — The Farming Community Network is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1095919.

Details

Address
Bragborough Hall Business Centre
Welton Road
Braunston
DAVENTRY
Northamptonshire
NN11 7JG
Registration Date
11 February 2003
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3993419
Charity Number
1095919

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Trustees

Amy Jane Dixon
Ciara Catherine Laura Williams
Mr Wyn Owen
Ms Elle Josephine Vercoe-Gibson
Ms Lucia Patricia Slack
OLIVIA HELMORE
Also governs 1 other charity
Rev Matthew Neil Jeffrey
Robert David Walrond
ROGER MALLABER MERCER
Also governs 1 other charity
Stuart Francis Roberts

Also Known As

  • Farm Crisis Network
  • Fcn

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30 July 2026
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