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The Trussell Trust

Also known as: The Food Bank

The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide network of food banks and together we provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, and campaign for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. www.trusselltrust.org

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Activities & Mission

The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide network of food banks and together we provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, and campaign for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. www.trusselltrust.org

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
£62,813,000
Latest Expenditure
£75,185,000

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 97.3%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 81.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 19.1%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £59,691,000
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £988,000
Investments £2,134,000
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £61,134,000
Raising Funds £14,051,000
Governance £285,000
Grants to Institutions £23,969,000
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
£62,813,000
£75,185,000£61,134,000£15,236,000£12,960,000335 / 50
2024
£54,052,000
£61,962,000£52,933,000£27,608,000£14,695,000331 / 4040
2023
£58,038,000
£55,225,000£47,006,000£35,518,000£10,823,000285 / 5000
2022
£34,189,000
£50,567,000£45,137,000£32,705,000£13,140,000238 / 5000
2021
£57,782,000
£18,723,000£15,576,000£49,083,000£44,806,000170 / 5000

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Trussell Trust

What does The Trussell Trust do?

The Trussell Trust supports a nationwide network of food banks and together we provide emergency food and support to people locked in poverty, and campaign for change to end the need for food banks in the UK. www.trusselltrust.org

How much income did The Trussell Trust report in 2025?

The Trussell Trust reported total income of £62.81m and reported expenditure of £75.19m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Trussell Trust registered as a charity?

The Trussell Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 July 2005 as charity number 1110522. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs The Trussell Trust?

The Trussell Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Natalie Denise Campbell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Trussell Trust operate?

The Trussell Trust operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is The Trussell Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Trussell Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1110522.

Details

Address
7 ASHFIELD ROAD TRADING ESTATE
SALISBURY
SP2 7HL
Registration Date
21 July 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4017223
Charity Number
1110522

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Trustees

Natalie Denise Campbell Chair
Andrew Mark Reaney
DUNCAN SHRUBSOLE
Edward John Matthews
Emma Kate Galloway
Rev Beverley Ann Thomas
Also governs 2 other charities
Ross James Maloney
Sarah Elizabeth Vibert
Sashareen Gaynor Priscilla Morgan
Suresh Prabha Ariaratnam
Also governs 1 other charity
Thomas Joseph Gibbs
Valerie Anne McKie

Also Known As

  • The Food Bank

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30 July 2026
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