WETHERBY AND DISTRICT FOODBANK
The objects of the CIO are to relieve persons in Wetherby, the immediate surrounding district, and the wider community, who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress in such ways as the Trustees from time to time think fit.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an in-year deficit of £4,790 for the year ending 30 September 2025, resulting in total funds decreasing from £115,710 to £110,920. Despite a 50% fall in grants from the Trussell Trust and other organisations, the trustees report that the foodbank remains financially strong through prudent cost management and public support.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Rebecca Lucy Lythechair
- Claire Louise Burn
- David William Bowen
- Debbie Lynne Marriott
- James William Tinsley
- Simon Mawhinney
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £39k | £44k |
| 30/09/2024 | £55k | £44k |
| 30/09/2023 | £77k | £35k |
| 30/09/2022 | £41k | £35k |
| 30/09/2021 | £30k | £18k |
Common questions
Is WETHERBY AND DISTRICT FOODBANK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an in-year deficit of £4,790 for the year ending 30 September 2025, resulting in total funds decreasing from £115,710 to £110,920. Despite a 50% fall in grants from the Trussell Trust and other organisations, the trustees report that the foodbank remains financially strong through prudent cost management and public support. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds WETHERBY AND DISTRICT FOODBANK?
Funders whose own accounts filings name WETHERBY AND DISTRICT FOODBANK as a grant recipient include WATES FAMILY ENTERPRISE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| WATES FAMILY ENTERPRISE TRUST | FY2022 | £500 | 100 for 500 |