COPENHAGEN STREET FOODBANK
The charity runs a weekly foodbank in the London Borough of Islington which is open to all residents of of Islington and the surrounding area without the need for referral. Because we are set up to ensure that people with financial difficulties do not go hungry we do not require a referral. Fresh and staple food, essential toiletries and household items are given to individuals and families.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a net excess of receipts over payments of £95,924 for the fifteen-month period, resulting in total cash and monetary assets of £95,824. The trustees report that the charity retains a robust level of reserves, aiming to keep approximately one year's expenses in reserve against an estimated unsubsidised annual cost of £100,000.
What the accounts disclose
“the Trustees aim to keep reserves at a level of approximately one year’s expenses.” — page 5
Trustees
- Autumn Bradley - Colechair
- Attracta Roden
- Mariel Vos
- Mubanga Kasonde
- Rev Idina Mary Dunmore
- Susan Cattermole
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £79k | £65k |
| 31/12/2024 | £158k | £62k |
Common questions
Is COPENHAGEN STREET FOODBANK financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a net excess of receipts over payments of £95,924 for the fifteen-month period, resulting in total cash and monetary assets of £95,824. The trustees report that the charity retains a robust level of reserves, aiming to keep approximately one year's expenses in reserve against an estimated unsubsidised annual cost of £100,000. Its FY2024 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds COPENHAGEN STREET FOODBANK?
Funders whose own accounts filings name COPENHAGEN STREET FOODBANK as a grant recipient include CRIPPLEGATE FOUNDATION.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRIPPLEGATE FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £3k | Islington Giving Food Fund |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 23/02/2024 | £20k | Foodbank Provisions Project |