--- title: "Bourne Foodbank — check charity number 1157089 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bourne Foodbank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157089. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Bourne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bourne-foodbank retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:27:46.181Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bourne Foodbank is a registered charity (number 1157089) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £36,020 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Bourne Foodbank? Registered charity number 1157089 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bourne Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £36,020 Website [www.bournefoodbank.org.uk](http://www.bournefoodbank.org.uk/) ## What does Bourne Foodbank do? To relieve persons in Bourne and the surrounding area by:a) providing emergency food, toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty0001 ## What causes is Bourne Foodbank registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bourne Foodbank yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bourne Foodbank is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=bourne-foodbank&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bournefoodbank.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bourne Foodbank a legitimate charity? Yes. Bourne Foodbank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157089) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Bourne Foodbank's charity number? Bourne Foodbank's charity number is 1157089. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157089? Search 1157089 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Bourne Foodbank do? To relieve persons in Bourne and the surrounding area by:a) providing emergency food, toiletries and household items to individuals and families in need and/or for distribution by charities or other organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty0001 Does Bourne Foodbank have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bourne Foodbank. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Bourne Foodbank? Bourne Foodbank's website is http://www.bournefoodbank.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1157089).