DOVER FOODBANK
Working in Dover and surrounding areas we help to alleviate poverty through the provision of food parcels to those in crisis, in partnership with local agencies who refer clients in crisis to us. As part of our service we signpost to other care agencies, advice services and support agencies to try and help alleviate the clients immediate crisis that is causing their need to use the Foodbank.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that Dover Foodbank held total unrestricted and restricted reserves of £177,378 at the end of the period. The trustees' report notes that the charity's policy is to maintain reserves equivalent to at least six months of operational expenditure, and the current reserves appear sufficient to meet this target given the annual expenditure of £124,307. The filing indicates no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity's policy is to maintain a reserves level equivalent to at least 6 months of operational expenditure.” — page 3
Trustees
- Alan Leslie Boxallchair
- Dr JUDITH SIAN SHILLING
- Dr Jonathan Grant Pryse
- Janet Elisabeth Jowett
- Joanna Elizabeth Donaldson
- PETER HOLDEN WALLACE
- Rev Steven Bradford
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £302k | £124k |
Common questions
Is DOVER FOODBANK financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that Dover Foodbank held total unrestricted and restricted reserves of £177,378 at the end of the period. The trustees' report notes that the charity's policy is to maintain reserves equivalent to at least six months of operational expenditure, and the current reserves appear sufficient to meet this target given the annual expenditure of £124,307. The filing indicates no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds DOVER FOODBANK?
Funders whose own accounts filings name DOVER FOODBANK as a grant recipient include Fuel Bank Foundation.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Bank Foundation | FY2023 | £145k | Fuel Bank Vouchers |
| Fuel Bank Foundation | FY2022 | £11k |