Question 1

What is the mission of GLOUCESTER FOODBANK?

Accepted Answer

Gloucester Foodbank's  purpose is to relieve poverty and financial hardship, through the Food Bank Project. The project provides a temporary, stop-gap through food distribution to those who present in crisis. Free emergency food is provided for 3 days. The food is distributed in exchange for vouchers issued to individuals according to need by a number of local crisis agencies and social services.

Question 2

What is the financial size of GLOUCESTER FOODBANK?

Accepted Answer

GLOUCESTER FOODBANK is classified as a medium charity. In the latest financial year, they reported a total income of £586,470 and total expenditure of £671,802.

Question 3

How does GLOUCESTER FOODBANK allocate its spending?

Accepted Answer

For every pound spent, approximately 99.8% goes directly to charitable activities. The remaining 0.2% is spent on raising funds and administration. This is higher than the median for similar-sized charities (98.6%).

Question 4

What is the workforce structure of GLOUCESTER FOODBANK?

Accepted Answer

GLOUCESTER FOODBANK employs 6 staff members and is supported by 102 volunteers.

Question 5

Does GLOUCESTER FOODBANK receive government funding?

Accepted Answer

To a small extent. Approximately 2.7% of their income comes from government grants or contracts.

Question 6

Does GLOUCESTER FOODBANK 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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