The Hackney Foodbank
Also known as: Hackney Foodbank
The emergency provision of non-perishable food goods and signposting to those in need in the London Borough of Hackney and the surrounding areas.
Activities & Mission
The emergency provision of non-perishable food goods and signposting to those in need in the London Borough of Hackney and the surrounding areas.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1359). How is this calculated?
Higher than 20% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,811,507 | £1,760,913 | £1,491,259 | £1,065,430 | £896,090 | 23 / 125 |
| 2024 | £1,951,250 | £2,274,650 | £2,240,976 | £1,013,767 | £860,902 | 22 / 80 |
| 2022 | £1,239,189 | £1,222,921 | £1,206,871 | £1,297,123 | £1,234,257 | 11 / 28 |
| 2021 | £1,194,966 | £787,965 | £776,600 | £1,244,733 | £1,182,267 | 8 / 180 |
| 2020 | £1,382,628 | £667,156 | £653,205 | £838,782 | £833,146 | 6 / 180 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Hackney Foodbank
What does The Hackney Foodbank do?
The emergency provision of non-perishable food goods and signposting to those in need in the London Borough of Hackney and the surrounding areas.
How much income did The Hackney Foodbank report in 2025?
The Hackney Foodbank reported total income of £1.81m and reported expenditure of £1.76m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Hackney Foodbank?
The Hackney Foodbank has a program ratio of 82.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Social welfare charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1359 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Hackney Foodbank registered as a charity?
The Hackney Foodbank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 2012 as charity number 1149896. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Hackney Foodbank?
The Hackney Foodbank is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Fatima Habib. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Hackney Foodbank operate?
The Hackney Foodbank operates in Hackney, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Hackney Foodbank a registered charity?
Yes — The Hackney Foodbank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1149896.
Details
HOMERTON ROAD
LONDON
E9 5QB
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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