DORCHESTER FOODBANK
The prevention or relief of poverty in Dorchester and surroundings by providing grants, items and services to individuals in need and/ or charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity operated with a net loss of £1,431.36 for the year, resulting in a closing balance of £55,622.88. The trustees note that disposable income was more than sufficient to meet needs, despite a rise in expenditure driven by increased food costs and voucher distributions. The charity maintains reserves by transferring funds to a deposit account, adhering to a policy of holding approximately half of annual running costs.
What the accounts disclose
“Total income from donations increased slightly (4%) by £1,502 from £37,600 last year to £39,122.”
“As a registered charity we have been advised by the Charity Commission that we should hold a sum, equivalent to approximately half our annual running costs, as a reserve” — page 7
Trustees
- Rosemary Hardwickechair
- Dr JOHN HILTON
- Dr John Philip S Burn
- Stuart Dawson
- Tracy Hughes
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £42k | £44k |
| 30/09/2024 | £47k | £27k |
| 30/09/2023 | £56k | £50k |
Common questions
Is DORCHESTER FOODBANK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity operated with a net loss of £1,431.36 for the year, resulting in a closing balance of £55,622.88. The trustees note that disposable income was more than sufficient to meet needs, despite a rise in expenditure driven by increased food costs and voucher distributions. The charity maintains reserves by transferring funds to a deposit account, adhering to a policy of holding approximately half of annual running costs. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.