The Felix Project
The Felix Project collects surplus food from all parts of the food supply chain and redistributes it to community organisations and schools that use the food for social good right across London. Most of the food would otherwise go to landfill or anaerobic digestion. In 2022 the charity delivered the equivalent of 29 million meals to over 1,000 organisations and worked with over 8,500 volunteers.
Activities & Mission
The Felix Project collects surplus food from all parts of the food supply chain and redistributes it to community organisations and schools that use the food for social good right across London. Most of the food would otherwise go to landfill or anaerobic digestion. In 2022 the charity delivered the equivalent of 29 million meals to over 1,000 organisations and worked with over 8,500 volunteers.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 37% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income over £10M (sample: 62). How is this calculated?
Higher than 50% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 45% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £15,872,870 | £14,036,386 | £12,511,635 | £12,723,474 | £2,444,819 | 202 / 13398 |
| 2023 | £12,880,736 | £12,844,593 | £11,584,614 | £10,886,990 | £6,480,883 | 167 / 13731 |
| 2022 | £7,634,848 | £9,826,651 | £8,958,841 | £10,850,848 | £5,465,759 | 143 / 8599 |
| 2021 | £8,323,584 | £6,761,064 | £6,012,534 | £12,846,652 | £3,800,000 | 93 / 3987 |
| 2020 | £12,360,190 | £3,633,108 | £2,934,466 | £11,284,130 | £4,668,316 | 39 / 700 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Felix Project
What does The Felix Project do?
The Felix Project collects surplus food from all parts of the food supply chain and redistributes it to community organisations and schools that use the food for social good right across London. Most of the food would otherwise go to landfill or anaerobic digestion. In 2022 the charity delivered the equivalent of 29 million meals to over 1,000 organisations and worked with over 8,500 volunteers.
How much income did The Felix Project report in 2024?
The Felix Project reported total income of £15.87m and reported expenditure of £14.04m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Felix Project?
The Felix Project has a program ratio of 78.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Charity and VCS support charities with income over £10M (sample of 62 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Felix Project registered as a charity?
The Felix Project was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 July 2016 as charity number 1168183. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Felix Project?
The Felix Project is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gavin John Darby. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Felix Project operate?
The Felix Project operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Felix Project a registered charity?
Yes — The Felix Project is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168183.
Details
Invicta House
108-114 Golden Lane
London
EC1Y 0TL
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