Renfrewshire
Q Foodbank
Together with Trussell
Annual report &
statement of
accounts
Year ending
31 December 2024
OSCR
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Scottish Chaity Regulator
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Regist•Jed SCIO
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Contents
Trustees, annual report.......................................
Independent examiner's report.........................
Receipts & Payments account...........................
Statement of balances......................................... 10
Notes to the financial statements...................... 11- 16
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TRUSTEES. ANNUAL REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The trustees present thelr report and the flnanclal statemenls ofthe charltyfor the year endlng 31
December 2024. This is the eleventh report of ihe charity which was established as a Scottish
Charltable Incorporated Organisation on 13August 2013.
Reference and administrative information
Charity name:
Renfrewshire Foodbank
Charity regislration number.. SC044200
Principal office..
Block E, Westway, Porterfield Road, Renfrew, PA4 8DJ
Registered office:
18 Templarcrescent, Erskine, PA8 7FF
Bankers..
Royal Bank of Scotland, l Moncrieff Street, Paisley, PA3 2AW
Website..
www.renfrewshire.foodbank.or
.uk
Facebook..
www.facebook.com/renfrewshirefoodbank
Twitter..
@Ren_Foodbank
Trustees
Thefollowing served as charitytrusteesduring theyearand upto the date oflhls report..
Treasurer
Chair
Secretary
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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE & MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) governed by its constitution
which was registered with the Office ofthe Scottish Charity Regulator on 13 August 2013.
Appolntment oftrustees
Thecharity'strusteesare appointedorre-appointed bymajorityvote byexisting charitytrusteesand
in accordance with the termscontained in the charity's constitution.
Adminlstratlve Structure
The trustees are responsible for the overall direction of the charity and serve on a voluntary basis.
Objectives & Activities
The charity is established for charitable purposes only and is underpinned by Christian values and
carried out wlth a Christian ethos. In particular, the oblects are..
The prevention or reliefof povety.
The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-heallh, disability, financial hardship or
other disadvantage.
The main activity otthe charity is to distribute donaled food to those in need within the Renfrewshire
area. Those in receipiofemergencyfood parcelsare referred by other agencies.
ACHIEVEMENTS & PERFORMANCE
The Need
In 2024we gave a 3-day nutritionally balanced supply of5,426food parcels (7,095 adults and 3,310
childrenl- a total of 10,405 people accessed emergencyfood from us in 2024.
Similartothe previousyear,the biggestreasonforpeople accessingemergencysupportwas dueto
lowlncome. Thls iscoupledwiththe rlslng costsofessentlals.Thlsaccountsforpersonswho recelve
benefits, yet they do not appear to be sufficient to cover food and other necessities. It also
compensatesforpersonswhoareemployed butdo nothaveaconstantsource ofincomefromweek
toweek. Benefil delaysand adjustmentscontinueto generate a hugenumberofreferrals, and people
are stlll struggllng wlth debt, which drlves them to the Foodbank.
Thls hlghllghts some ofthe keydrlvers otfood Insecurfty: Insufficlent beneflts, unstable employment,
benefit delays and changes, and debt issues. These factors create a precarious situation for many
people, forclng them to rely on food banks even when they are technlcally employed or recelvlng
government support.
The number of people without access to public funding has increased, leaving them wilh no choice
except lo rely on emergency food supplies. This indicates a growing need among people who are
excluded from publicfunding, which could include migranls, asylum seekers, orthose with complex
residency statuses. This group is particularly vulnerable because they lack a safety net, making
emergencyfood supplies a crucial lifeline.
Howwe help
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With our Financial Inclusion Service in partnership with Renfrewshire Council coming io a natural
end in 2024we have been successful in securingfurtherfunding and haveagreed a new partnership
with Renfrewshire Citizens Advice which will commence in 2025. With this new partnership we wlll
have a dedicated advisor present in all our distribution sites across Renfrewshire as well as access
to a wide range ofothersupport services.
We have continued to offerour Fuel Voucherservice to people unable to heat their homes and keep
their lights on. This has never been more needed with rising energy prices putting unexpected
pressure on people and families with low income. The bulk of food in the food parcels continues to
be tinned and packaged goods, but this yearwe have also been able to supplement this with fresh
ilemssuch as eggs, bread, fruitand vegetables,thus increasing nutritionalvalue. This has been very
well received by our servlce users. In 2024 we handed out over 5,000 fresh food parcels. However,
manyfoodbank customers have noaccessto cooking facilitiesandwe also provide amended packs
contalnlng food that requlres no or minlmal heatlng. We contlnue to provide bus tickets to asslst
foodbank users get heavy parcelsfrom the distribution centres. This is particularly helpful forfamilies
needlng larger food parcels or people wlth dlsabilities. We gave out lust under 800 bus tlckets thls
year.
Connectivity continued to be a major concern for our service users, and being separaled from the
outside world can lead to feelings ot loneliness and Isolation, as well as an Impact on their Income.
More and more businesses insistcustomers accesstheirservicesonline, and those who are unable
to do so are at a disadvantage. Thanks to Trussell, we were able to provide foodbank customers a
SIM card bundle, allowlng them to access onllne seNlces and stay more connected to those in thelr
lives. In 2024, we distributed over30 SIM cards.
During the Christmas period we issued 165 butcher vouchers to people accessing our service.
These vouchers were exchanged for fresh butcher meat and were accessible for all who needed
one.
In 2024forthefirsttime, we have regularlyhadto purcha5efoodto supplement donated food stocks.
staff
Our Staffing team is comprised o
Senior Manager),
Manager) and
Wareliouse Cooidinator}.
Assistant
Our Stakeholders
Onceagain thankstolhegeneroussupportof people, organisations and businessesin Renfrewshire
the foodbank has received an astonishing 116 tonnes of food and essential supplies such as
tolletrles and pet food donaled to help us support those In need. We have dlstrlbuted 115 tonnes of
food and essential items to the people of Renfrewshire who faced crisis. Our devoted team of over
100 volunteers volunteered over 6,500 hours In our Dlstrlbutlon Centres, Warehouse, and Offlce.
Over 170 referral services across Renfrewshire provided crucial voucher recommendalions to
those in need. We are sincerely grateful to the resldents of Renfrewshire and beyond fortheirtime
and generosty. It isthis supportthatenables thefoodbank to continue itswork.
Warehouse
2024 saw the Foodbank relocate to a new warehouse faclllty in the Westway estate. These new
premises have made a massive improvementtothe efficiencyofthe Foodbank's operationsoverihe
year. Other companies wlthin the Westway very generously assisted us with the relocation and
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continue to provide essential maintenance and services. We are particularly grateful to Doosan
Babcock, Bullet Express and Knight Frankfortheirongoing support.
Future strategy
Having completed the relocatlon to our new premises, the Board Is in the process of reviewing the
Foodbank's strategy for the coming years. As part ot our new strategy, we are considering the
establishmenl of a community hub in the heart of Paisley to seNe as a welcoming space where a
rangeofpartnersupportservicescan engage directlywith ourcommunity, building connectionsand
offering assistance to those who need it most. Bybringing togethervarious services underone roof,
we would aim to create a supportive environmentthatfosterscommunitywell-being and resilience.
The strateglc revlew wlll also conslder whether our current dellvery model Is stlll flt for purpose or
whether a model more akin to shopping in a supermarket would be possible or appropriate. This
approach could potentlally help us give Indlvlduals greater cholce and control overthelrfood optlons,
helping to better meet their personal and cultural preferences.
Through these possible changes, we hope to enhance our community's experience, strengthen
partnerships with local support organisations, and continue our commltment to addresslng food
insecurity in a more responsive and inclusive way.
Case Studies
We provide a fresh pack for our clients, this includes bread, eggs, fruit and vegetables. Luey118),
who was recently made homeless due to domestic vlolence, Is Ilvlng In temporary accommodation
and cameto the foodbankforthefirst time:
.1 was made to feel so welcome at the foodbank and when I was there I
forgot about my worries, the nice lady gave me a bag with frui¢
vegetables, bread and eggs. She also looked and found me stock cubes
and lentils and told me how to make soup. No one has everbeen that nice
to me. I can now go back to the flatand have my favourite, French toast."
During the Christmas period we also provided 244 butcher packstofoodbank users, which included
a breakfast pack and Ilb of mince and stewing steak. This is always well received b
our clients as it
makes sure they have something special over the Christmas period
who has been
struggling with rent arrears, attended our Paisley Distribution during this period and said:
.1 am so happy that I can have a full fry up on Christmas morning. I
have notbeen able to have a treatsince I fellbehind with myrent. The
loodbank have made my Chrlstmas."
We provide an all-daybusticketfor people attendin
the foodbank who would otherwise face great
dlfflculty taklng thelr food parcel and extras home.
who were recently
forced to give up their car due to financial issues, camc to thc loodbank to collect a food parcel for
themselves and 3 chlldren. Astheywere worrled aboutgettlngthefood home, we Issued them a bus
ticket each.
"I was so shocked when I saw the amount ofstuff that the foodbank gave
us. we definitely didn't expect as much as we got. They asked us if we
needed any toiletries or pet food which we did but I said to them that we
couldn't manage the 4 mile walk home. they gave us a bus ticket each
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which was brilliant. Italso meant that I could use the ticket to get to work
later that day..
Financial Review
The charityreported a deflcitof£42,047 {2023'. £59,013 surplus}forthe year. Taking accountofthls
deficit, accumulated reserves stand at £446.815 (2023: £488,862) as at 31 December 2024.
£393,598 12023.. £424,880) is attributed to the unrestricted funds and has been the result of
continued public supportfor ourwork, alongwilh the supportwe receive from Doosan Babcockand
Knight Frank. Of this, £244.30812023'. £236,319) has been set aside by the trustees in designaled
fundslorfLrture planned expenditure. This leaves £149.290 {2023'. £188,561) in the general fund.
Donated food Is not Included In the recelpts and payments account but If valued at £1.68 per kllo
which isthefigure used bysome other UKfoodbanks, itwould amountto over £194,880 in value. At
some polnts ofthe year,wefoundwe heldexcess stocks ofoneormore partlcularfood item. Inthese
instances, where we don't expectto be able to distribute all the donated ilems within the sell-by date,
we are able to respond to the call from other foodbanks or charltles In order to share some of the
excess food wilh Ihem. During 2024, we supported the undernoted organisations by donating
excessfoodtothem:
The Star Project ISC028133)
The Haven Kllmacolm ISC034641)
Refuweegee ISC046843}
Bemardo'sThreads {SC037605)
EBI Unites
Paisley Methodistchurch (SC038413)
In addition to the financial donations received during the year (detailed in note 61, we are exlremely
grateful for the many Individuals, churches, local businesses and other organisatlons who donated
theirtime volunteering with us. The work we do would not be possible withoutlhe army of over 100
wonderful volunteerswho have helped us during this year. Volunteers provide the charlty with over
332 hours of work perweek lequivalent to over 9 full time members of staffl. The value of services
provlded by volunteers Is not Incorporated into these flnanclal statements, but based on paying the
national living wage of £11.44for 48 weeks ofthe year, the eslimated costto the charitywould be in
excess of £182k. We are extremelygratefulthat ourcommitted volunteers providethis level ofcost-
saving tothe charityand withoutthem we could notcontinue to provide the seNice we currently do
to meetthe growing need in the area.
In-kind donations are not accounted for within the financial statements, bul we are extremely
thankful forthem all.
In particular, we would also like to thank the undernoted organisations for their contribution to our
workwhich has helped us meetthe needsofthose in crisis in Renfrewshire in a numberofways..
Altrad Babcock and Knight Frank who support us by providing and maintaining
warehouslng and office facllltles In Renfrew.
Canmoorwho support ouroperations in Renfrew with contributionsto our Lrtilities.
AK Vehicle Rentalwho support uswith short-tenm van hire when required.
Advlce Works. RAMH and Renfrewshlre Clllzens Advlce Bureau who have provlded
tinancial and benefit adviceto those using ourservice.
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Tesco, Morrlsons. Co-operatlve and Salnsbury's who have allowed us to undertake food
collections within their stores.
Paisley Baptist Church, Johnslone St Paul's Church and Renfrew Baptist Church who all
allow us to use their premises for the distribution of food.
Thermoflsherwho donate volunteerlng hours durlng ourbusy perfod.
Thesaurus Software Ltd who provided us with their BrightPay payroll software.
Charity Digital Trust who through their Charity Digital Exchange programme has provided
us with savings ofupto 96Yo on world-leading technology-based products.
The growing number of local businesses and organisalions who have agreed to provide a
penmanent collection polnt within their premises to assist the general public make donations
of food or money at a lime and place to suit them. We publish details of all permanent
collection points throughout Renfrewshire on our website.
Reserves policy
The trustees, policy is to maintain unrestricted funds (i.e. funds not committed or invested in fixed
assets) at a level that equatesto between 6 months operating costs in orderto ensure continuity of
service given the uncertainty of itssources ofincome.
The charty's unrestricted reserves at 31 December 2024 amounted to £393,598 (2023.. £424,880)
whlchwas abovethe requlred level howeverwas acceptable tothe trustees. Somefunds have been
set aside in designated funds to cover future known costs as shown on page 16. The truslees are
satlsfied that the reserves In place provide certainty for current and future employe8s and servlce
usersofthe charty. Thetrustees are working on a 5-yearstrategic plan which involves provision for
future Investment In property, addltlonal staff and further partnershlp worklng whlch wlll requlre the
availability of funds for one-off items of expenditure for which the current reserves will be utilised in
future years. The current economic climate Is such that Ihe trustees are expecting a rlsing demand
in the future, so may need to look at larger premises for both food storage I warehousing as well as
food distribution for which additional funds wlll be requlred.
Thls reportwas approved bythetrusteeson 30 September 2025and slgned on thelr behalfby
Treasurer
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I report on the accounts of Renfrewshire Foodbank ISC044200} for the year ending 31 December
2024 which are setOLrton pages nineto sixteen.
Respective responsibilities oftrustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the
terms ofthe Charitiesand Trustee Investment{Scotland)Act20051"the 2005 Act") andthe Charities
Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended} I'the 2006 Regulations"). The charity's
trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10{I}{d} of the 2006 Regulations does not
apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under section 44(11{cl of the 2005
Actand to statewhether particular matters have come to myattention.
Basls of Independent Examlner's statement
My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulation 11 of the 2006 Regulations. An
examlnatlon Includesa revlew ofthe accounting records keptbythe charityand a comparlson ofthe
accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or
dlsclosures In the accounts and seeks explanatlon from the Trustees concernlng such matters. The
procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and,
consequently, I do notexpress an audit oplnion on the vlew glven bythe accounts.
Independent Examlner's statement
In the course of my examination, no matterhas come to myattenlion
which gives me reasonable cause to believe thal in any material respecl, the
requirements:
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 4411)(a) of the 2005 Act
and Regulation 4 ofthe 2006 Regulations, and
lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounling records and comply with
Regulation 9 of the 2006 Regulations
have not been met, or
to whlch, In my oplnlon, attentlon should be drawn In order to enable a proper
understanding oflhe accounts to be reached.
30 September 2025
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RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Unreslricled
Restricted
2024 Tolal
2023 Total
RECEIPTS
Note
Grants
33,000
120,137
4,354
13,001
5,000
50,277
903
83,277
121,040
4,354
13,001
5,000
95,930
155,495
2,354
7,026
6,356
Donations
Fundraising
Investment income
HMRC EmploymentAllowance
Other income
Total Receipts
175,492
51,180
226,672
267,161
PAYMENTS
Charitable Activities
204,852
81,945
268,797
202,991
3,658
1,088
Fundraising
Purchase of Fixed Assets
Purchase of Investments
815
815
Governance Costs
1, 107
1,107
411
Grants & Donations
Total Payments
206,774
61.945
268,719
208,148
Surplusl{deficit) before transfers
(31,282)
(10,765)
142,047)
59,013
Transfers
Surpluslldeficil) after transfers
131,2821
{10,765}
142,047)
59,013
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STATEMENT OF BALANCES
ASAT 31 DECEMBER 2024
Unrestricted
Restricled
2024 Total
2023 Total
BANK AND CASH IN HAND
Opening balances
Sur
lus/
deficit
for the
Closin
balances
424,880
31,282
393 598
63,982
10,765
488,882
42,047
446815
429,849
59,013
488 862
ear
OTHER ASSETS
COIF Charity Investment Fund
Plastic food slorage crales
Computer & ITequipment
Warehouse shelving
Otherwarehouseequipment
Travel expenses due from Trussell
Refund duefrom BT
Total Other Assets
79,147
16,563
4,428
613
1,364
114
133
102 362
79,147
16,563
4,428
613
1,384
114
133
102 362
75,102
16,563
4,428
613
828
LIABILITIES
Nest Pensions
Independent Examiner's Fee
Bankcharges
Fuel
Advice Worker Salary
utilities
HMRC PAYE
Total Liabilities
370
300
51
12
370
300
51
12
300
168
90
27,000
45
733
733
The notes on pages 10- 15 form an Integral partofthese account8.
Approved bythe trustees on 30 September2025 and signed on theirbehalf by
Trcasurcr
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
1. Basis ofaccounting
Theseaccountshave been prepared on a Receipts & Payments basis in accordancewith the
Charities & Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotlandl
Regulations 2006 las amended).
2. Transactions with trustees or connected persons
No charity trustee or person connected with a charity trustee received remuneration during
the year. No charity trustee (2023: None) received expenses during the year. The Trustees
may derive Some indirect benefit from their role in the charitywhich may be ofassistance in
Iheir professional duties with other charities. This is common to many trustees serving in a
wide range of charities, and it is not possible to quantify this benefit in financial terms.
3. Taxation
The charity 18 not liable to income tax or capit81 gains tax on its charitable activities. The
charity is also not registered forVAT, and any expenditure includes anyVATcharged.
4. Fundraising income
We contlnued to make use of charlty collectlon tlns durlng the supermarket collectlons for
thosewho preferto give moneyinsteadoffood, and we have a small nurnberofcollectiontins
In local businesses. Fundralsing Income (all of which was unreslricted) accounted for £4,354
(2023: £2,354). A large proportion ofthisfundraising incomewasfrom a collection held atthe
St Mlrren football match and a speclal eventheld by Slng Outslngers.
Unrestricted Restricted 2024 Total 2023 Total
Sing Out Slngers fijndraising 8V8nt
Collection tins elsewhera
Collection tins at su
ermarket collections
Total Fundraisin
Income
2,000
2,255
99
2,000
2,255
99
1,610
744
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5. Grants received
Grants totalling £83,277 {2023: £95,930} were gratefully received from the undemoted trusts
or organisations during the year-
Unrestricled Restricted 2024 Total 2023 Total
Trussell Trust
Robertson Trust
Hugh Fraser Foundation
Peter Brough Bequest Fund
Arnold Clark
Providing for People in Paisley
Peter Coats Charitable Trust
Renfrewshire Council
The Corra Foundation
Martin Charttable Trust
DC Leggat Charttable Trust
The Inchyre Trust
Andrew Paton Charf(able Trust
Total Grants received
45,277
45,277
27,500
5,000
2,000
2,000
1,000
500
42,680
25,000
27,500
5,000
2,000
2,000
1,000
500
2,000
16,000
5,250
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
83,277
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6. Donations received
Donations accounted for 53% {2023.' 60%) of our overall income. We are exlremely grateful
tothe manyindividualswho donated atotal of£66,213 (2023: £73,853) in financial donations
tolhe charityduringtheyearwhich along withlhe £2,30612023- £2,190) ofGiftAidtax rebate
received during the year constwtuted vital income for the charity. Businesses and
organisations also provided £52,521 {2023.' £79,452) of voluntary income to the charlty
whichwe are exlremelygrateful for.
Unrestricted
Restricted 2024 Total 2023 Total
from individuals Iregularl
from Individuals
Total Gift Aid Gifts
14,749
14,749
15,997
500
500
23,378
23.878
24,915
from businesseslorganisations
from businesseslorganisations {regularl
from individuals
trom individuals Ire
Total General Glfts
44,848
7,673
12,963
29,072
94.556
44,848
7,673
13,263
29,072
94.856
75,813
3,639
19,194
29,744
128.390
300
ularl
300
Gift Aid Tax Rebate
2,203
103
2,306
2,1gJ
Total Donations received
120 137
903
121040
155 495
7. Grants & donatlon8 made
Gifts to external organisations and individuals are considered by the trustees on the basis of
need and are only made to those organisations and activities which are compatible with the
charltable oblectivesofthecharlty. Noglftswere made to politlcal partles. No gfftswere made
to organisations during the year (2023- none). In the furtherance of the charitable objectives
of Ihe charity, no gifts (2023: none) were made to individuals with a total value of £nil (2023..
£nil).
8. Governance costs
Unrestricted Restricted 2024 Total 2023 Total
Independent Examlner's Fee
Trustee meetings
Le
al costs
Total Governance Costs
300
121
300
121
300
iii
686
686
411
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9. Charitable activities payments
Unrestricted
Restricted
2024 Total
2023 Total
sialf Costs
Salaries
Employer's National Insurance
Slaff Pensions (Èmployer's contribution)
Total staff costs
88,549
7,518
1,733
97,81KJ
53,184
141,733
7,518
1.733
150,984
114,277
7,016
1,737
123,030
53,184
Transport Costs
Van- lease
Van - insurance
Fuel Itravel costs
Van- maintenance & repairs
Van - shortterm rental
Total transport costs
12,641
8,216
5,378
459
12,641
8,216
5,378
459
4,018
3,306
3,288
70
15
15
26,709
26,709
10,8B2
Other operations & overheads
Food forfood parcels
PropÈty project Iwestwayl
Rent
44,283
9.655
7,920
3,570
3.210
2,152
1,698
1,660
1.383
I,oio
900
3,561
5.0(X)
47,844
14.655
7,920
3,570
3.210
2,152
1,698
1,660
1.383
I,oio
900
24,567
21,334
6,025
1,334
Warehouse equipment & resources
Cleaning costs
Office equipment & consumables
Bank & flnance charg88
Catering
Telephone
Printing & PLJbliclty
Training Iconference costs
Charity Insurance
Postages
other charitable actlvilies costs
Flowèrs & Cards
Membership subscriptions
Waste collection services
Heal & Light
Health & Safetyl First Aid
Water Raies
SalegLJarding I PVG
Gas / Electricity lor clients
Totsl other operations & overheads
958
1,582
1,025
25
1,130
670
670
914
575
575
488
215
200
415
4,352
58
390
390
279
279
231
231
221
221
179
179
249
107
107
35
35
94
5,000
69,279
80,343
8,781
89,104
Tolal Charitable Activities
204,852
61,945
266,797
202,991
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10. Restricled funds
Restricted funds may only be used for specific purposes. The charlty holds a number of
restricted funds as outlined below:
31 Dec 23 Incomlng Outgolng Transfers 31 Dec 24
Carers Support
Client Food Fund
RC Fuel Insecurity Project
TT Financial Inclusion (Year 2)
TT Financial Inclusion (Year 3)
TT Financial Inclusion (Years 4-51
TT WinlerFund
Warehouse refurblshment
Tolal Restricted Funds
2,500
2,658
4,275
21,784
31,400
1200}
{3,561)
2,300
903
4,275
(2 1,7841
(31,4001
45,277
45,277
1,365
1,365
5,000
5,000
Nature and purpose of restrlcted funds
The Carers Support Fund containsa donation received specificallyto helpcarersofthe
foodbank's service users.
The Cllent Food Fund represents donatlons recelvedfrom Indivldualsand organlsatlons
where the intention of the donor is that the funds should be used to purchase food forthe
food parcels which are then distributed to those In need.
The RC Fuel Insecurty Project fund reflects the funding received to provide energy
vouchers for clients who need support with their gas and electricity bills.
TheTrussell Trust Flnanclal Incluslon fund is to supporttheongoing employmentcosts
for an income adviser to support clients in addressing the root cause oftheir requirement
to utilise the foodbank.
The Trussell Trust Winter Fund contains a granl received to fund addilional resources
to asslst se￿[ce users durlng the wlnter. The grant was used to provlde SOUPhNarm
packs for clients.
The Warehouse refurbishment fund reflects income relaling to the fitting and
refurblshment ofthe new warehouse at Block E, Westway, Renfrew.
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11. Unrestricted funds
Unrestrictedfundsarethosethatmaybe used atthe discretion ofthe trustees in furtherance
of Ihe objects of the charity.
31 Dec 23 Incoming
Outgoing Transfers 31 Dec 24
SalaryReserve Fund
Client Transport Fund
Development Fund
Fresh Food
Van Fund
General Fund
Total Unrestricted Funds
96,289
8,413
loo,000
11,617
20,000
188,561
175,492
424 880 175 492
190,8021
12,7321
95,000
100,487
5,681
100,000
18,140
20,000
149,290
393 598
118,477)
25,000
194,763) (120,000}
206 774
Nature and purpose of unrestricted funds
The trustees set aslde funds In the Deslgnated Salary Resenie Fund whlch are to be
used to fund the Project Manager post once the restricted fundingforthis purpose ends,
as well as other salary costs for the staff team. This fund could also encompass any
redundancy or other payments required in the future in orderto ensure that the charity
can fulfil its legal obligations.
The Cllent Transport Fund Is to provide transport for servlce users through the supply
of bustickets home afterattendance atthe foodbank.
The Development Fund was established in 2017 to provide for the future costs of the
planned activities outlined in Ihe trustees, annual report which may include the rental or
purchase of property In ihefuture.
The Fresh Food fund reflects funds sel aside by the trustees to pay for fresh food for
clients as an addf(ion to the standard food-parcels provided, as a result of the success of
the restricted funds received for this purpose.
A designated Van Fund exists in order to set aside the amount of funds which would
reasonably be requlred to fund the lease for a new van whlch is considered a vital plece
of equipment allowing us to carry out our charitable activities, once our current lease
comesto an end. Thisfund also providessome provisionforthevan insurance which has
recentlyseen some steep cost increases.
The General Fund encompasses all otherincome and expenditureforthe charitywhich
does not relate to restricted or designated funds.
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