Food for Thought Daventry
Analysis
Food for Thought Daventry is a registered charity in England and Wales, based in Woodford Halse. It was registered in July 2019, 7 years ago. Its declared purposes cover disability and the prevention or relief of poverty, which this site groups under disability. Legally it is a charitable incorporated organisation (CIO). It says it other charitable activities.
In the financial year ending March 2025, Food for Thought Daventry reported income of £241k and spending of £195k, spending 81% of its income. Across the 5 years on record, from July 2021 to March 2025, income grew from £9,868 to £241k (+2346%), an average of +122% a year. The sharpest change came in the year to July 2023, when income rose by 33558%. Over the whole period it spent 70% of the income it received.
Among 12,871 England and Wales charities whose main cause is disability and that reported income, Food for Thought Daventry sits at the 79th percentile: it is larger than about 79% of them. Against every charity in England and Wales with reported income it ranks in the 83rd percentile. Charities of a similar size with the same main cause include Newcastle Vision Support (£241k), Kool Carers South East Ltd (£241k) and One World Relief (£241k).
Income and spending
Where the income comes from
- Other 100%
In the charity's own words
We aim to alleviate hunger for children, families and the elderly in Daventry District (now West Northants) by providing access to sustainable affordable food. Bringing the community together in an environment where there is no stigma or embarrassment. 4,900 children (plus families) in Daventry District could need this help. We support schools, local community and local businesses
Similar-sized charities, same cause
| Charity | Location | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle Vision Support | Newcastle Upon Tyne | £241k |
| Kool Carers South East Ltd | Welham Green | £241k |
| One World Relief | Leicester | £241k |
| The Kingfisher Trust 2014 | Whitchurch | £241k |