POITIERS CARE
The Provision of Food and Care for The PoorIn 2016 the estimated value of food donated or purchased was 88,920 pounds, which when distributed to the Poor in Southampton represented 82,900 meals. This was thanks to the generosity of Christian communities and unpaid volunteers. There were no administration costs and all donations were used or are in reserve for the beneficiaries.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £6,698 for the year ended 31 January 2025, with total funds carried forward of £12,424. The trustees report that there were no administrative costs and that 101% of donations were used for feeding beneficiaries. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
“We are pleased to record our thanks to the Montfort Missionaries at St Joseph's, Ashurst for providing storage, transport and administrative facilities, all without charge.” — page 3
“A trustee was re-imbursed, at cost, for the weekly food purchases for a total of f18,537”
“We are pleased to record our thanks to the Montfort Missionaries at St Joseph's, Ashurst for providing storage, transport and administrative facilities, all without charge.” — page 3
“A trustee was re-imbursed, at cost, for the weekly food purchases for a total of f18,537”
Trustees
- Rev DESMOND CONNOLLYchair
- VINCENT CLEMAS DCHA
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2025 | £42k | £35k |
| 31/01/2024 | £26k | £37k |
| 31/01/2023 | £31k | £33k |
| 31/01/2022 | £26k | £25k |
| 31/01/2021 | £21k | £13k |
Common questions
Is POITIERS CARE financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £6,698 for the year ended 31 January 2025, with total funds carried forward of £12,424. The trustees report that there were no administrative costs and that 101% of donations were used for feeding beneficiaries. The independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention during the examination of the accounts. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.