Question 1

What is the mission of FareShare Midlands?

Accepted Answer

FareShare Midlands (formerly FareShare Leicester) was formed on 1st July, 2008, as a project of the Diocese of Leicester and a franchise of the national charity FareShare. FareShare takes good quality surplus food from the food industry that is supplied to community organisations for those in need, rather than being disposed of.

Question 2

What is the financial size of FareShare Midlands?

Accepted Answer

FareShare Midlands is classified as a large charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £4,382,478 and total expenditure of £3,618,999.

Question 3

How does FareShare Midlands allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 87.0% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 13.0% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is lower than the median for similar-sized charities (97.7%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of FareShare Midlands?

Accepted Answer

FareShare Midlands employs 65 staff members and is supported by 1,978 volunteers.

Question 5

Does FareShare Midlands receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 4.6% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does FareShare Midlands pay its trustees?

Accepted Answer

No, the latest data indicates that trustees do not receive payments or personal benefits from the charity.

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