COMMUNITY FOOD ENTERPRISE LIMITED
Our mission is to partner with the diverse people of Newham, the East London region, and nationally with those with similar needs, to safeguard and sustain their right to the right food as a fundamental condition for individual and community health and well-being. We will realise this mission by enhancing food access, by promoting best practices in diet and nutrition, and by appropriate education.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,670 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in unrestricted funds decreasing from £46,861 to £44,191. The trustees acknowledge that funding is unpredictable and are working towards maintaining reserves to cover at least three months of operating costs. The charity relies on donations, sponsorship, and earned income to cover shortfalls and sustain its operations.
What the accounts disclose
“We are therefore working towards a reserve, which will cover operating costs and other liabilities for at least a three-month period.” — page 6
Trustees
- ERIC RAWLE SAMUEL
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £99k | £101k |
| 31/03/2024 | £104k | £92k |
| 31/03/2023 | £130k | £89k |
| 31/03/2022 | £87k | £107k |
| 31/03/2021 | £86k | £83k |
Common questions
Is COMMUNITY FOOD ENTERPRISE LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net expenditure of £2,670 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in unrestricted funds decreasing from £46,861 to £44,191. The trustees acknowledge that funding is unpredictable and are working towards maintaining reserves to cover at least three months of operating costs. The charity relies on donations, sponsorship, and earned income to cover shortfalls and sustain its operations. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds COMMUNITY FOOD ENTERPRISE LIMITED?
Funders whose own accounts filings name COMMUNITY FOOD ENTERPRISE LIMITED as a grant recipient include ROYAL DOCKS TRUST (LONDON).
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROYAL DOCKS TRUST (LONDON) | FY2023 | £60k | Hunger and Food Poverty |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/07/2019 | £5k | Food Surplus Redistribution |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 15/03/2007 | £10k | National Training Programme for Food Workers |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 09/08/2006 | £219k | Improving Food Access |