Bridport
Food Bank
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BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Contents
Annual report
Pagesl-5
Independent Examinerfs Report
Page 6
Statement of Financial Activities
Page 7
Balance Sheet
Page 8
Notes to the Financial Statements
Page9-15
Charity Commission Registration number.. 1195120

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
CHARITY INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
TRUSTEES:
Chair: lan Bark
Treasurer.. Diane Benjamin (January to September 20241
Lisa Pinch Ifrom October 20241
Canon Reverend Deborah Smith, Ex-officlo
Marie Ansell
Susan Clark
Jim Mitchell Ifrom April 20241
Madeline Sturrock
Peter Wright
PRINCIPAL OFFICE:
St Mary's Church
84 South Street
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3NW
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER:
1195120
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER:
Marcus Cridland B.A.IHonsl F.C.A.
Scott Vevers Ltd
Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors
65 East Street
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 3LB
BANKERS:
Natwest
22 East Street
Bridport
Dorset

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
REPORT OF THETRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The trustees present their report together with the financial statements of the Charity for the
year ended 31 December 2024.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note
I to the accounts and comply with the Charity's governing document, applicable law and
Accounting and Reporting by Charities: statement of Recommended Practice applicable to
charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021.
OUR CHARITABLE OBJECTS
The objects of the CIO are the prevention andlor relief of poverty in Bridport and the
Surrounding area of Dorset for the public benefit, primarily through the provision of food,
hygiene and household products, but also related additional services, assistance and support
for those in need.
OUR ACTIVITIES
Throughout the year, our service has provided weekly parcels of food for 3 meals a day for 3
days, including fresh bread, eggs and vegetables, and hygiene and household goods. This was
offered from Bridport Youth and Community Centre every Monday from 5pm until 7pm and
from St Mary's Church, Bridport every Wednesday from 11am until Ipm. During these times,
we also provided a free café service, to allow food bank users to relax and chat in a safe and
welcoming environment. In addition, for those who are housebound or who cannot attend at
these times. we provided a home delivery service or other pick-up options.
Our Wednesday service is complemented at St. Mary'5 Church by Bridport Clothes Bank and
by service points of Citizens Advice and First Point, a housing, health and well-being service.
Our service is generously supported by financial grant5 and donations, by the donation of
800ds by local supermarket5 through the Fairshare national scheme, and by individuals usin8
supermarket, independent shops, and other drop off points.
Beneficiaries are referred to Bridport Food Bank on the basis of need by Citizens Advice, health
services and local schools. Bridport Food Bank is the only food bank in the local area registered
as a charity and is the principal food bank service provider in the community.

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE
In 2024, the trend of a gradual rise in user numbers has continued. We distributed an average
of approximately 60 parcels per week and about 50% of these support families. The content
of the parcels may vary according to household size and individual needs. Overall, we support
about 120 adults and children every week. Through informal interviews and surveys, we know
that the practical help and emotional support we provide is essential and highly valued.
The broader economic background and inflatlonary pressures led to a general reduction in the
donations of goods by supermarkets and individuals. This has required greater expenditure
on the purchase of food, hygiene and household goods to sustain a consistent supply of parcel
items. This caused a significant change to our operating model during 2024, requiring more
complex purchasing and logistics systems. We continually developed and adapted our
support systems to ensure a seamless, quality service to our users.
These changes have made it a challenging year for our 2 paid part-time employees and for our
volunteers, and all rose to the occasion with enthusiasm. Volunteer turnover has been low
and recruitment has been healthy. Our 25 volunteers are highly motivated and committed.
Our Hardship Fund, a restricted fund that is supported by a generous donation made in 2023,
has continued to support households in financial hardship by providing funding for children's
school clothing, basic furniture. and white goods. This discretionary fund is managed jointly
with Bridport Citizens Advice.
It seems clear that a divergent trend of increasing demand and reducing donations will
continue to challenge in the future. Mindful of our charitable objects. Bridport Food Bank has
kept the situation under review and has continued to evolve our operating model and
processes responsively to deliver a sustainable Service. We have been alert to national
initiatives and trends regarding food bank operations and continually evaluate potential
opportunltles and ideas. However. we have no current plans to radically alter our successful
operating model. But we remain open-minded to change.
The trustees are confident that they have complied with their duty with regard to the Charity
Commission's public benefit and general guidance.

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
REPORT OF THETRUSTEES FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
FINAI4CIAL REVIEW
Flnancial position
Total incoming resources for the yearwere £74,50912023: £89,912). Expenditure was £70,381
12023.. £56, 1621. Hence, net incoming funds over the year were E4.12812023'. £33,750). Total
funds at 31 December 2024 were £136,312 12023.. £132.1841 including restricted funds
of£20,04712023'. £68,243).
Reserves Pollcy
The trustees consider the appropriate level of free reserve5 they should retain is between 6
and 8 months of the committed expenditure of the charity, which equates to between
£30,000 - £35.000 in the general funds. This is based on the charity's size and the level of
financial commitments held. The trustees aim to ensure the charity will be able to continue
to fulfil its charitable objects even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected
expenditure.
STRucfuRE, GOVERNANCEAND MANAGEMENT
Governing Document
The Charity was registered with the Charity Commission in July 2021 and is governed by
Constitution. The Constitution was updated in July 2024 with minor corrections and
amendments in accordance with Charity Commission guidance.
Trustees
The board of trustees is made up of up to 8 Trustees of which I will be ex-officio clergy. Up
to 4 will be nominated by the Bridport Churches and up to 4 will be appointed from the wider
Bridport community. The Chair will be elected by the Trustees. The names of Trustees are
listed on page l.
One trustee was appolnted In April to fill a vacancy and the Treasurer, a trustee, stood down
in September and was immediately replaced.
Newly appointed trustees are provided with an induction to the Charity through provision of
training courses and mentoring by established trustees.
Management
The trustees meet monthly but hold additional meetings as required.
Operational management Is devolved to a paid part-time Coordinator who attends trustee
meetings and manages the volunteers and service sessions. An additional paid part-time
employee manages Bridport Food Bank's IT, including email accounts and website.

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
REPORT OFTHE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees are required under Charity law to prepare financial statements for each financial
year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of the financial
activities of the Charity for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees
are required to
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP,.
make Judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed. subject
to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial
5tatements,' and
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it 15
inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue in buslness.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accountlng records which disclose with
reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and to enable them to
ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. The Charities
IAccount5 and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also
responsible for ensuring that the Charity maintains an adequate system of internal control
designed to provide reasonable assurance that a55ets are safeguarded against loss or
unauthorised use and to prevent and detect fraud and other irregularities.
The annual report was approved by the trustees of the Charity on
signed on its behalf by:
and
Councillor lan Bark
Chair of Trustees

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORTTO THE TRUSTEES OF
BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Bridport Food Bank for the year
ended 31 December 2024, which are set out on pages 7 to 15.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the trustees of the Charity, you are responsible for the preparatlon of the accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act).
I report in respect of my examination of the Charitvs accounts carried out under section 145
of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions
given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act.
Independent exarninerfs statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my
attention in connection with the examination giving me Cause to believe that in any material
respect..
l. Accounting records were not kept in respert of the Charity as required by section 130 of
the Act; or
2. The accounts do not accord with those records,. or
3. The accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and
content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other
than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view, which is not a matter
considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination
to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding
of the accounts to be reached.
M. Cridland BAIHonsl FCA
Scott Vevers Ltd
Chartered Accountants & Registered Auditors
65 East Street
Bridport. Dorset
DT6 3LB
Date: ..i*l.ts6..1.¥.c

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES IINCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNTI
FOR THE YEAR ENDED YI DECEMBER 2024
Unrestrlrted
Funds
Restricted Total Fund5
Funds
2024
Total Funds
2023
Note
Income from:
Donations and legacies
57,817
5,000
62,817
86.912
Charitable activities
10,500
10,500
3,000
Investment incorne
1,192
1,192
Total income
59,009
15,500
74,509
89,912
Expendlture on:
Costs of raising voluntary income
1,613
1.613
1.879
Charitable activities
25,072
43,696
68,768
54,283
Total expenditure
26.685
43,696
70,381
56,162
Net income
32.324
128,1961
4,128
33,750
Gr055 transfers between funds
20,000
120,0001
148,1961
Net movements in funds
52,324
4,128
33,750
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward
Total fund5 carried forward
63,941
68,243
132,184
98,434
116,265
20,047
136,312
132,184
All income and expenditure is derived from continuing activities.
The charity has no recognised gains or losses for the year other than the results above.
The notes on pages 9 to 15 form an inte8ral part of these financial statements

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
Charity numbeT.' 1195120
2024
2023
Note
Current assets
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
641
132,170
132,811
137,578
137,578
Creditors- Amounts falling due
within one year
Net current assets
io
11,2661
16271
136,312
132.184
Net assets
136,312
132,184
The funds of the charity:
Restrlcted funds
li
20,047
68,243
Unrestrl¢ted funds
Designated f unds
General fund
li
li
61,034
55,231
30,000
33,941
Total charity funds
136,312
132,184
Approved by the Board and signed on its behalf by..
IJIPMCL.
Councillor lan Bark - Chair of
Trustees
Llsa Pinch Treasurer
Date..
The notes on pages 9 to 15 form an integral part of these financial Statements

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
l General Informatlon
Bridport Food Bank is a charity. established as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation on 9 July 2021.
The address of the registered office is provided in reference and administrative details. Details of the
charity's operations are provided in the Report of the Trustees.
Accountlng policies
The principal accounting policies adopted, judgement5 and key sources of estimation uncertainty in
the preparation of the financial statements are as follows-
Basls of preparation
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial 5tatement5 are
prepared on a going concern basis under the historical cost convention and in accordance with
Accounting and Reporting by Charitie5: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities
preparing their accounts in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 Icharities SORP IFRS 10211, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable
in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Charities Act 2011. The accounts include the
results of the charity's operations which are described in the Report of the Trustees, all of which are
continuing.
Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the trustees believe that no
material uncertaintie5 exist. The trustees have considered the level of funds held and the expected
level of income and expenditure for 12 months from authorising these financial statements. The
budgeted income and expenditure is sufficient with the level of rese￿e5 for the charity to be able to
continue as a going concern.
Fund accounting policv
Unrestricted income funds are general funds that are available for use at the trustees, discretion in
furtherance of the objectives of the charity.
Restricted funds are those donated for use in a particular area or for specific purposes, the use of
which is restrirted to that area or purpose.
Further details of each fund are disclosed in note 11.
Income
Voluntary income including donations and grants that provide core funding or are of a general nature
is recognised where there is entitlernent. it is more likely than not that the trustees will receive the
resources and the amount can be measured with sufficient reliability. Gifts and services in kind ore
included at their estimated open market valuation.
Deferred income represents amount5 received for future periods and is released to incoming
resources in the period for which, it has been received.
Volunteer help
The value of any voluntary help received is not induded in the accounts but is described in the
trustees, annual report.

BRIOPORT FOOD BANK
NOTESTO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDEO 31 DECEMBER 2024
2 Accounting policies (continued}
Expendlture
Liabilities are recognised where it is more likely than not that there is a legal or constructive
obligation committing the charity to the expenditure and the amount of the obligation can be
measured with reasonable certainty. All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has
been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category.
Costs of raising funds are the costs associated with attracting voluntary income.
Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in the delivery of its activities
and services for its beneficiaries. It include5 both costs that can be allocated dirertly to such activities
and those costs of an indirect nature necessary to support them.
Governance and sUPPOrt Costs
Support costs have been allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs
comprise all costs involving public accountability of the charity and its compliance with regulation and
good practice.
Pensions
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme which 15 a pension plan under which
fixed contributions are paid into a pension fund and the charity has no legal of constructive obligation
to pay further contributions even if the fund does not hold sufficient assets to pay all employees the
benefSts relating to employee service in the current and prior periods.
Contributions are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities as they become payable in
accordance with the rules of the scheme.
Taxation
The charity is consldered to pass the tests set out in Paragraph I Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010
and therefore it meet5 the definition of a charitable company for UK corporation tax purposes.
Accordingly, the charity is potentially exempt from taxation in respect of income or capital gains
received within categories covered by Chapter 3 Part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or Section
256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, to the extent that such income or gains are applied
exclusively to charitable purposes.
Debtors
Debtors (including trade debtorsl are measured on initial recognition at settlement amount after any
trade discounts or amount advanced by the charity. Subsequently, they are measured at the cash or
other consideration expected to be received.
Cash and cash equlvalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and all deposits, and other short-term highly liquid
investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an
Ill5ignificant risk of change in value.
io

BRIDPORT FOOO BANK
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
2 Accountlng pollcles (contlnued)
Financial instruments
Classificotion
Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the charity becomes a party to the
contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual
arrangement entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in
the assets of the charity after deducting all of its liabilities.
Recognition and measurement
All financial assets and liabilities are initially measured at transaction price lincluding transaction
costs), except for those financial assets classified as at fair value through profit or loss, which are
initially measured at fair value Iwhich is normally the transaction price excluding transaction costs),
unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transactions. If an arrangement constitutes a
financing transaction, the financial a55et or financial liability is measured at the present value of the
future payments di5COUnted at a market rate of interest for similar debt instruments.
Financial assets and liabilities are only offset in the statement of financial position when, and only
when there exists a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and the charity
intends either to settle on a net basis. or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Financial assets are derecognised when and only when al the contractual rights to the cash flow5
f rom the financial asset expire or are settled, bl the charity transfers to another party substantially all
of the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset, or cl the charity, despite having retained
some, but not all, significant ris￿ and rewards of ownership, has transferred control of the a55et to
another party.
Financial liabilities are dereco8nised only when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged.
cancelled or expires.
3 Income from donations and legacies
Unrestricted
Fund5
Restricted
Funds
Total
2024
Total
2023
Planned giving
Donations and legacies
Gift aid recoverable
25,474
22,930
9,413
57,817
25,474
22.930
14,413
62,817
52,661
34,251
5,000
5,000
86,912
4 Charitable activities
Unrestrlcted
Funds
Restrlcted
Funds
Total
2024
Total
2023
Grants
Fundraising
10.500
10,500
3.000
3,000
10,500
10,500
li

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
5 Costs of ralslng voluntary income
Unrestricted
Funds
Reslricted
Funds
Total
2024
Total
2023
Publicity and fundraising costs
1,613
1,613
1,613
1,613
1,879
1,879
Charitsble activities
Unrestricted
Funds
Restrirted
Funds
Total
2024
Total
2023
Staff costs
Direct costs
Support cost5
Governance costs
16,907
16,907
43,696
6,542
1,623
68,768
14,803
32.534
6,013
933
54,283
43,696
6,542
1,623
25,072
43,696
staff costs
Salarie5
Travel
Sundries
16,894
13
16.894
13
14,762
41
14,803
16,907
16,907
Direct costs
Programme
43,696
43,696
43.696
43,696
32,534
32,534
Support costs
Volunteer expenses
Office expenses
Insurance
Premises costs
711
711
1,361
200
504
3,948
6,013
118
118
525
5,188
6,542
525
5,188
6,542
Governance costs
Meeting expenses
Payroll fees
Independent examiner's fee
90
312
90
312
90
276
567
933
1.221
1,623
1,221
1,623
12

8RIDPORT FOOD BANK
NOTESTO THE FINANCIALSTATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Employees, remuneration
No trustees received any remuneration or expenses during the year. The costs of the remaining staff
were as follows..
2024
2023
Wages and salaries
Social security
Pension costs
16,645
14,762
249
16,894
14.762
No employee earned more than £60,000 during the period. The average full time equivalent number
of staff employed by the charity during the year analysed by function was=
2024
No.
2023
Average full time equivalent number of staff employed
The average number of staff employed (Headcountl
1.00
1.08
Penslon commltments
The charity operates a defined contribution scheme. The pension cost charge for the year represents
contributions payable by the charity to the scheme and amounted to £24912023: £nill.
Debtors
2024
2023
Other debtor
641
641
10 Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
2024
2023
Accruals
1,266
1,266
627
627
13

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
NOTES TOTHE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
11 Analysis of funds
At
01.01.24
Incomin8
resources
Resources
expended
Transfers
At 31.12.24
Restrlcted Funds
Dorset Household Fund
Hardship Fund
9.950
58,293
68.243
10.51)0
5,OlJO
15,500
118,5861
125,1101
143,6961
1,864
18.183
20,047
120,0001
120,0001
Designated Funds
Contingency Fund
30.000
31,034
61,034
General Funds
Unrestricted income funds
33,941
63,941
59,009
59,009
126,6851
126,6851
111,0341
20,000
55,231
116,265
132,184
74,509
170,3811
136,312
At
Incomlng
resources
Resources
expended
2023
01.01.23
Tronsftrs At 31.12.23
Re5trirted Funds
Dorset Household Fund
Hardship Fund
9,950
20,000
29,950
9,950
58,293
68.243
23,634
23,634
{5,341J
(5,341)
20,000
20,000
Designated Funds
Contingency Fund
30,000
30.000
Genernl Funds
Unrestricted incomefunds
38.484
68,484
66,278
66,278
(50,821)
150.821)
(56,162)
(20.000)
(20,000)
33,941
63.941
98,434
89,912
132.184
Designated funds
Monies that have been set aside by the trustees for future development or potential but unknown
crises.
Restricted funds
Monies donated during the year specifically to provide food. hygiene and household products to
those in need.
14

BRIDPORT FOOD BANK
NOTESTO THE FINANCIALSTATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDEO 31 DECEMBER 2024
12 Net assets by fund
Unrestrirted
Funds
Restricted
Fun(ts
Total
2024
Current a55ets
Creditors.. Amounts falling due within one year
Net assets
117,531
11,2661
116,265
20,047
137,578
11,2661
136,312
20,047
Unrestrirted Restrirted
Funds
Fund5
Totol
2023
2023
Current assets
Creditors.. Amountsfalling due within one year
Net assets
64,568
(627)
63,941
68,243
132,811
(627)
132,184
68,243
13 Flnanclal Instruments
2024
2023
Categorisation of financial instruments-
Financial assets that are debt instrument measured at amortised cost
137,578
132,811
Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost
1,266
627
Items of income, expense, gains or losses
The total interest income for financial assets not measured at fair value through profit or loss is
£1,19212023: £nill.
14 Related Partles
Donations in the normal course of giving have been received from related parties.
15