HARTLEPOOL FOODBANK CIO
The foodbank collects food from various sources and issues parcels to individuals and families in crisis in Hartlepool. Partner agencies decide on need and issue vouchers. Nearly 40 volunteers also give advice, signposting clients to other assistance as appropriate.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves stood at £65,084.90 as of 31 December 2025, while total net assets were £114,303.18. The trustees report a funding gap due to increased food purchase costs and difficulty obtaining grants, noting they are applying for a grant to employ a fundraiser to address this.
What the accounts disclose
“especially Angela Carrick our treasurer who continues to provide accounting and payroll services without payment.”
“Many thanks are due to our independent examiner, Clive Rathbone, for contributing to the work of the foodbank by carrying out the independent examination of the accounts without payment.” — page 13
“especially Angela Carrick our treasurer who continues to provide accounting and payroll services without payment.”
“Many thanks are due to our independent examiner, Clive Rathbone, for contributing to the work of the foodbank by carrying out the independent examination of the accounts without payment.” — page 13
“especially Angela Carrick our treasurer who continues to provide accounting and payroll services without payment.”
“Many thanks are due to our independent examiner, Clive Rathbone, for contributing to the work of the foodbank by carrying out the independent examination of the accounts without payment.” — page 13
Trustees
- Rev ANDREW JOHN CRAIGchair
- Alan MacDonald
- Angela Carrick
- John Albert Harvey
- Linn Eklund
- SUSAN ATKINSON
- Shane Robert Moore
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £185k | £220k |
| 31/12/2024 | £200k | £201k |
| 31/12/2023 | £193k | £196k |
| 31/12/2022 | £134k | £131k |
| 31/12/2021 | £106k | £91k |
Common questions
Is HARTLEPOOL FOODBANK CIO financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that total unrestricted reserves stood at £65,084.90 as of 31 December 2025, while total net assets were £114,303.18. The trustees report a funding gap due to increased food purchase costs and difficulty obtaining grants, noting they are applying for a grant to employ a fundraiser to address this. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds HARTLEPOOL FOODBANK CIO?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HARTLEPOOL FOODBANK CIO as a grant recipient include CEO SLEEPOUT, The Teesside Charity.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEO SLEEPOUT | FY2024 | £3k | |
| The Teesside Charity | FY2022 | £3k | Direct costs |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation North East | 09/10/2025 | £10k | Grant to Hartlepool Foodbank CIO |
| Community Foundation North East | 22/03/2017 | £10k | Contribution to salaries for the two key workers |
| Community Foundation North East | 24/03/2016 | £10k | Towards salaries |