EAT OR HEAT
To provide emergency free food aid to those identified by public services/agencies as being in need because of financial hardship.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £446,238, which the trustees describe as a 'high reserve' maintained to cover increasing food stock costs. The charity's main income derives from public donations, with total receipts of £118,525 for the year. The trustees report that demand for services continues to rise, leading to increased expenditure on food distribution.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- GARY CHRISTOPHER NASHchair
- Amy Cronin
- Carol Gooch
- Chris Rennie
- Donna East
- Margaret Wick
- Nuria Maria Goethals
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £119k | £122k |
| 05/04/2024 | £125k | £116k |
| 05/04/2023 | £160k | £83k |
| 05/04/2022 | £123k | £46k |
| 05/04/2021 | £213k | £32k |
Common questions
Is EAT OR HEAT financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity holds unrestricted reserves of £446,238, which the trustees describe as a 'high reserve' maintained to cover increasing food stock costs. The charity's main income derives from public donations, with total receipts of £118,525 for the year. The trustees report that demand for services continues to rise, leading to increased expenditure on food distribution. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds EAT OR HEAT?
Funders whose own accounts filings name EAT OR HEAT as a grant recipient include Fuel Bank Foundation.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Bank Foundation | FY2022 | £2k |