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The Oxford Baby Bank

The Oxford Baby Bank collects clothing and equipment from families who have finished with it and distributes it free of charge to families in need who have been referred by frontline professionals and charities.

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Activities & Mission

The Oxford Baby Bank collects clothing and equipment from families who have finished with it and distributes it free of charge to families in need who have been referred by frontline professionals and charities.

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
£17,050
Latest Expenditure
£8,797

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 51.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 51.6%
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.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£17,050
£8,7970 / 4
2024
£5,706
£6,1520 / 4
2023
£5,320
£7,6620 / 4
2022
£13,484
£6,5930 / 4
2021
£2,833
£4,8920 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Oxford Baby Bank

What does The Oxford Baby Bank do?

The Oxford Baby Bank collects clothing and equipment from families who have finished with it and distributes it free of charge to families in need who have been referred by frontline professionals and charities.

How much income did The Oxford Baby Bank report in 2025?

The Oxford Baby Bank reported total income of £17k and reported expenditure of £9k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Oxford Baby Bank registered as a charity?

The Oxford Baby Bank was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 July 2020 as charity number 1190257. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Oxford Baby Bank?

The Oxford Baby Bank is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Emily MacKeith MRCGP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Oxford Baby Bank operate?

The Oxford Baby Bank operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Oxford Baby Bank a registered charity?

Yes — The Oxford Baby Bank is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190257.

Details

Address
Cowley Road Methodist Church
Cowley Road
Oxford
OXON
OX4 1BN
Registration Date
6 July 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5164093
Charity Number
1190257

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Trustees

Dr Emily MacKeith MRCGP Chair
Caroline Barry M.Phil.
Emma Poynton B.A.
Suzanne Lingard
Also governs 1 other charity

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