COMMUNITIES FOOD & WELLBEING HUB
Activities:1. Education/training2.The Advancement of Health Or Saving Of Lives3.The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyProvision of charitable activities:The charity provides the above charitable activities including advice and information to young people and their families, elderly people, people with disabilities and general public on low household income throughout England and Wales.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The charity reported a net deficit of £5,558 for the year ended 31 October 2024, with total expenditure of £156,329 exceeding total income of £150,770. Unrestricted reserves stood at £21,977, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit of £34,571, while restricted funds decreased to £8,644. The accounts state that unrestricted reserves are intended to provide an internal source of funds for situations such as a sudden increase in expenses or unanticipated loss in funding.
What the accounts disclose
“Our main source of income this year was £138,278 (2023: £133,956) received in restricted grants.” — page 14
“Unrestricted or free reserves are intended to provide an internal source of funds for situations such as a sudden increase in expenses, one-time unbudgeted expenses, unanticipated loss in funding, or uninsured losses.”
“During the year Bridge Street Medical Practice was paid £31,210 (2023: £27,100) for the provision of mental wellbeing support sessions and project co-ordination - trustee Annette Kenningham is a GP at Bridge Street Medical Practice.” — page 15
“During the year Bridge Street Medical Practice was paid £31,210 (2023: £27,100) for the provision of mental wellbeing support sessions and project co-ordination - trustee Annette Kenningham is a GP at Bridge Street Medical Practice.” — page 15
“£0 (2023: £8,900) was paid to Easy Internet Services for the development & design of the Wellness Bridge Website - trustee Diana Esho is a director of Easy Internet.” — page 15
“During the year Bridge Street Medical Practice was paid £31,210 (2023: £27,100) for the provision of mental wellbeing support sessions and project co-ordination - trustee Annette Kenningham is a GP at Bridge Street Medical Practice.” — page 15
“£0 (2023: £8,900) was paid to Easy Internet Services for the development & design of the Wellness Bridge Website - trustee Diana Esho is a director of Easy Internet.” — page 15
Trustees
- Annette Joycelyn Kenningham
- Derek Antony Rawle
- Maureen Vanessa Bromwell
- ORLANZO GEORGE COLE
- Vincent Aubrey Halliday
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/10/2025 | £156k | £95k |
| 31/10/2024 | £151k | £156k |
| 31/10/2023 | £135k | £128k |
| 31/10/2022 | £52k | £19k |
Common questions
Is COMMUNITIES FOOD & WELLBEING HUB financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The charity reported a net deficit of £5,558 for the year ended 31 October 2024, with total expenditure of £156,329 exceeding total income of £150,770. Unrestricted reserves stood at £21,977, a significant improvement from the previous year's deficit of £34,571, while restricted funds decreased to £8,644. The accounts state that unrestricted reserves are intended to provide an internal source of funds for situations such as a sudden increase in expenses or unanticipated loss in funding. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK government | 08/11/2024 | £15k | ALB-Sport England-Movement for Mental Health and Wellbeing |