DEVON AND CORNWALL FOOD ACTION
DCFA redistributes donated surplus food to families and individuals experiencing food poverty in Devon and Cornwall, thereby both saving perfectly edible food from going to landfill and feeding people who are in most of need of the food. All of the surplus food which is donated to DCFA is sourced from supermarkets, other branded food producers, farmers and growers.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The charity reported total income of £227,857 and unrestricted reserves of £174,848, resulting in a net surplus for the year. The trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The organization operates without reliance on grants or government funding, sustained instead through its affordable food bundle model.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Alan DUNNEchair
- Graham Smith
- James Steele
- Julie Keast
- Shelly Monk
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £228k | £193k |
| 31/10/2024 | £209k | £195k |
| 31/10/2023 | £197k | £201k |
| 31/10/2022 | £183k | £162k |
| 31/10/2021 | £140k | £99k |
Common questions
Is DEVON AND CORNWALL FOOD ACTION financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The charity reported total income of £227,857 and unrestricted reserves of £174,848, resulting in a net surplus for the year. The trustees confirmed there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The organization operates without reliance on grants or government funding, sustained instead through its affordable food bundle model. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 20/12/2012 | £5k | DCFA Volunteer/Staff Training and Equipment Project |