HIVE HOPE
The vision of Hive Hope is for the residents of Northfleet and surrounds to know there is always Hope for a better future and to empower them to achieve this. The mission of Hive Hope is to meet the fundamental needs of residents in crisis and to support them in practical ways to make the hope of a better future a reality. We run a food bank which provides emergency food for people in crisis.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that accounting records were kept and the accounts accord with those records. The examiner reported no material matters or other concerns requiring attention for a proper understanding of the accounts.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- DEBORAH FRANKLINchair
- ANNE LARKING
- Caroline Pieroni
- Jane Shirley
- Paul Avery
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £62k | £76k |
| 31/03/2025 | £45k | £45k |
| 31/03/2024 | £56k | £56k |
| 31/03/2023 | £43k | £38k |
| 31/03/2022 | £46k | £52k |
Common questions
Is HIVE HOPE financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts for the year ended 31 March 2026 have been examined by an independent examiner who confirmed that accounting records were kept and the accounts accord with those records. The examiner reported no material matters or other concerns requiring attention for a proper understanding of the accounts. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds HIVE HOPE?
Funders whose own accounts filings name HIVE HOPE as a grant recipient include EASTGATE (KENT) LTD.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EASTGATE (KENT) LTD | FY2022 | £4k | |
| EASTGATE (KENT) LTD | FY2023 | £3k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 25/03/2021 | £10k | Hive Hope Mobile Foodbank |