Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank
Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank is a registered charity in England & Wales working in the prevention or relief of poverty, based in Newgate.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- 1155552
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- CIO
- Location
- Newgate
- Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)
- £21,104
What the charity does
The prevention and relief of poverty in Pontefract and surrounding area particularly but not exclusively by providing emergency food and supplies to individuals and families in need and signposting people to appropriate agencies.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank is a registered charity (number 1155552) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank do?
- The prevention and relief of poverty in Pontefract and surrounding area particularly but not exclusively by providing emergency food and supplies to individuals and families in need and signposting people to appropriate agencies.
- How can I donate to Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank?
- Pontefract and Knottingley Foodbank's website is http://www.pontefract.foodbank.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 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.