WASHINGTON COMMUNITY FOOD PROJECT
We are a food bank.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained strong finances and transparency during the year, supported by substantial grants and community donations. However, the filing notes that demand for emergency food remains very high while food donations have fallen, forcing the charity to purchase more stock than ever before. Operating costs are also rising, creating financial pressure despite the charity's ongoing operational stability.
What the accounts disclose
“The daily donations we receive from the Washington branches of Aldi, Lidl, Greggs, Sainsbury’s and M&S enable us to supplement our standard food parcels with fresh produce, baked goods and even bunches of flowers.” — page 9
Trustees
- Audrey Allen
- Catherine Spellman
- Emma Louise Welch
- Gail Watson
- Michelle Natton
- Nicola Jobson
- Nicola Murray
- Nikki Dalgleish
- Susan Elizabeth Harris
- Valerie Margaret Jordan
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £105k | £114k |
| 31/12/2023 | £133k | £139k |
| 31/12/2022 | £130k | £121k |
| 31/12/2021 | £76k | £61k |
| 31/12/2020 | £112k | £56k |
Common questions
Is WASHINGTON COMMUNITY FOOD PROJECT financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained strong finances and transparency during the year, supported by substantial grants and community donations. However, the filing notes that demand for emergency food remains very high while food donations have fallen, forcing the charity to purchase more stock than ever before. Operating costs are also rising, creating financial pressure despite the charity's ongoing operational stability.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation North East | 17/11/2022 | £4k | Grant to Washington Community Food Project |
| Community Foundation North East | 18/12/2018 | £1k | Towards the purchase of consumables or provision of food vouchers for the users of the food bank |