CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 APRIL 2023 Period end date 31 MARCH 2024 Period start date To Charity name: CHARIS CLUB Charity registration number: 1014221 Objectives and Activities Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document Para 1.17 TO HELPAND EDUCATE PEOPLE THROUGH THEIR LEISURE AND SOCIAL TIME SO TO DEVELOP THEIR PHYSICAL MENTAL AND SPIRITUAL CAPABILITIES. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular. the activities, projects or seNices identified in the accounts. PaTa 1.17 and 1.19 Advice, assistance and representation to all people with immigration and citizenship matters. We also offer housing advice and general legal advice. We provide food, drinks, training, advice and support to those in need and other disadvantaged groups. Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 The trustees acknowledge and have regard to the Charity Commissioners guidance on public benefit. Additional Informatlon {optlonal} You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. SORP refetence Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 P8ra 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other Achievements and Performance SORP r6ferance In planning our activities for the year, we kept in mind the Charity Commissioner's guidance on public benefit at our trustee meetings. Charis Club is a registered charitable organisation which offers, assistance, support and representation to people with immigration, divorce, housing and general legal problems, Our aim is that all people who use our service may live their lives to the full. Charis Club aim is that individuals develop their existing knowledge and skills, take control and make choices. thus, attaining their desi red quality of life. Charis Club operates a personal service respecting people as individual's rather th8n merely clients or statistics. Charis Club provides opportunities for development and any necessary support that people may require achieving their development goals. How Do We Do This? Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Pai8 1.20 THE SERVICE ENABLES PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND ENCOURAGES GR0￿H IN INDEPENDENCE BY BEING: Anybody can utilise this seNice without prior appointment. Charis Club advise and representation is available without an appointment either mornings or afternoons. With flexibility for service users to attend more than one consuLtation dependent on assessed need. Charis Club opens during the weekends to enable access to individuals who are unable to visit the centre during the normal working week on account of their work restrictions. Extra voluntary support for service users out in the community dependent on the individual's needs. We always refer service users to registered Advisers and Solicitors and 8ppropriate specialist statutory and voluntary agencies that will offer 8dvice, assistance and support, which we are not authorised or equipped to provide. We send newsletters and information to our clients giving them the opportunity to express their concerns about the service, what it offers, whether it meets their expectations and the chance to suggest alternatives, increasing their involvement in it. We provide housing for tenants who do not qualify for social housing. Charis Club operates a 'drop-in centre, based at 38 Westow Hill, London, SE19 1 RX. The centre contains comprehensive and up to date information on immigration and nationality law and recent home office policies, and community-based facilities, local activities, and internet news about the countries of our main users, The centre has fast broad band to assist members of the public. The centre provides housing advice and assistance to homeless people referred to us from the local Authority Housing Solution Officer based in Southwark and Croydon. In addition, Charis Club provides housing fortenants who do not qualifyfor social housing. We have provided emergency housing for tenants who are homeless or at a risk of homelessness. Charis Club displays information about local College Courses. Moreover, we support campaigns. Charis Club will monitor the composition of its volunteers and workforce annually detailing:. Percentage of males and females. Ethnic origin of all employees and volunteers. Ensure people with disabilities and special needs are not discriminated against. A further development is that Charis Club provides housing and assistance and long- term 8ccommodation and emergency accommodation for tenants who do not qualifyforsocial housing or are at a risk of homelessness. We regularly open on a Saturday and on Sundayand areflexible with our openinE times. Charis Club has an extensive administrative network of computers, printers and scanners available for the public to use. These resources enable people to apply for their work, fill out benefits and housing claims and even applyfortheir oyster card and discount bus passes and pensions which all now must be appLied for online. Charis Club daily prepares affidavits, name change and statutory declarations for individuals referred to us from local Solicitors and advice agencies. Charis Club assists individuals applying for Housing Benefit, Council Tax benefits and Social and Private Housing. Lastly. Charis Club has free bread, cakes and pastries avaiLable to members of the public who are in need, Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment performance against objectives Para 1.41 Other Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the period Para 1.21 statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held Para 1.22 We hold cash at bank of £500, all of which is unrestricted funds. These funds may be used for repairs, maintenance and for any emergency payments. The Charity operates a separate client account to avoid the misuse of client's money. Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero reserves Para 1.22 Details of fund materially in deficit Paia 1.24 Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.23 Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted Para 1.46 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.46 Other Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts- Constitution adopted 28 July 1992 Type of governing document Para 1.25 Constitution adopted 28 July 1992 Ili'LisI cleed, royal charter) How is the charity constituted? Para 1.25 Constitution adopted 28 July 1992 I P. Ll Liniiicornoral Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) ABDUL CONTEH CHAIR Date 1111212024 W.S. Mantz & Co ICAEW CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS MR ABDUL CONTEH - TIA LEONE LEGAL CONSULTANCY TRADING PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Sales Fees Received Home Office Sales 63,708 9,760 73,468 Cost of Sales Indemnity Insurance Contractors & Training Home Office Fees 509 300 12,365 1,646 499 Home Office Fees- OISC Professional Fees Gross Profit 58,149 Premises Cost Rent & Rates Light & Heal General Adminlstrative Ex 31,469 624 32,093 enses Telephone & Internet Photo-copying & Rental of Machine stationery Motor Ex 1.046 1,081 3,920 enses Motoring costs Leasing Cost 2,145 3,779 5,924 889 Less Private Use 1501. 5,035 al and Professlonal Cost Accountancy Fees Other Finance Char 1,000 es Bank Charges Advertisin & Promotion 1,344 Advertising De reciation 492 New Office Equipment at Cost Depreciation - 100 /0 AIA Balance cl￿d 388 388 388 Other Costs Sundry Cost Profit for the Year 244 44,516 13.633 90 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1QN Telephone: 020 8671 1446 Ernail: williarnmantz@btconnect.com W.S. Mantz & Co ICAEW CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS MR ABDUL CONTEH - TIA LEONE LEGAL CONSULTANCY TRADING PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Sales Fees Received Home Office Sales 63,708 9,760 73,468 Cost of Sales Indemnity Insurance Contractors & Training Home Office Fees 509 300 12,365 1,646 499 Home Office Fees- OISC Professional Fees Gross Profit 58,149 Premises Cost Rent & Rates Light & Heal General Adminlstrative Ex 31,469 624 32,093 enses Telephone & Internet Photo-copying & Rental of Machine stationery Motor Ex 1.046 1,081 3,920 enses Motoring costs Leasing Cost 2,145 3,779 5,924 889 Less Private Use 1501. 5,035 al and Professlonal Cost Accountancy Fees Other Finance Char 1,000 es Bank Charges Advertisin & Promotion 1,344 Advertising De reciation 492 New Office Equipment at Cost Depreciation - 100 /0 AIA Balance cl￿d 388 388 388 Other Costs Sundry Cost Profit for the Year 244 44,516 13.633 90 Brixton Hill, London SW2 1QN Telephone: 020 8671 1446 Ernail: williarnmantz@btconnect.com