Charlty registration number 1019779 SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY LEGALAND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Trustees .Gurdeep Hanspaul (Chair) Lesley Donnelly Pat Golding Geraldine Brown Camien Tulloch Charlty number 1019779 PrlnGlpal address 28 Wood Str8at Tipton West Midlands DY4 9BQ Indep8ndent examlner Nèal and Co Business Services Limited Shakespeare Buildings 26 Cradley Road Crad18y H8ath West Midlands B84 8AG Bankers Unity Trust Bank PIC Nine Brindleyplace 60 Broad Street Birminghsm B12HB
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY CONTENTS Page Trustees, report Independent examinerfs report Statement of financial activities Balanca sheet Notss to the financial statements 10-14
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES. REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 The Trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025. The accounts have been prepared in accordanc8 wlth the accounting policies set OLrt in note 1 to the accounts and comply with the charity's governing document, the Charities AGt 2011 and 'AccDuntlng and ReFJ)rting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Flnancial Reporting Standard appllcable in the UK and Republic of Ir8land (FRS 102)" (as amended for accounting periods commencing from 1 January 2016) ObJectlv88 and activities Structure, Governance and Managem8nt The charity whos8 operational name is $anell Advocacv, is governed by a constitution ortginally adopt8d by the members on 26th March 1993 but subs8qU8ntly amended and adopted at the AGM on 26th June 1996, and further amended at the AGM on 17th November 2011. The Trustees who served during tha year were.. Lesley Donnelly Patricia Golding Garaldine Brown Gurdeep Hanspaul Carmen Tulloch Leah Haynes Yvonne Murray (Resigned Chair 0610212025) (Appointed Chair 0610212025) (Resigned 1110412024) IResign8d 0610212025) The Management Committee Is elected annually by the membership and comprises of.. 1. at least four members 2. up to three people co-opted by the management committee 3. representatives of active advocates and partners up to 8 maximum of nin8 The committee meets as Snd when raqulred but not lag8 than once every thrée months and a quorum of one third of the committee, Includlng an officer Is requlred. Each management commfttee memberwhether elected or co-optéd has one vote.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Objectlves and Activiti88 The objectives of the charity are to promote and safeguar(I the rights and wishes of marginalised and vulnerable individuals within our Community. To support P8op18 to ensure that they are able tc explore avenues open to them, to plan and discuss options and make Informed decisions. Ultimately, we aim to empower th8 peop18 of Santhell to have more say and control over what happ8ns in their liv88, which we feel promotes a more inclusive society. The aims adopted by the Charity to achieve these obj8Cts ar8 as follows.. a) To assist such people ta obtain theirfull rfghts as a atizen. b) To provide long term p8rsonal support, c) To provide advocacy support on a one to one basis whether they reside in thelr own homes, in irtilutIonal care, or with relatives. These aims and objectives will be achieved through provision of both paid and volunt88r advocates. Both will re1ve relevant and appropriat8 training and support to ensure that they are able to perfonn their roles effeGtively. We refer to those we support as 'advocacy partners, as we feel that our relationship is an equal partnership. Th8 term 'client' or 'serviR user, are those used by providers of saplices 8nd often have negatlve connotstions for thosa who have accessed them. An advocate will: Support the partner in expresslng thelr views, conRm5 and opinions. Speak on behalf of the partn8r, rslslng any issues where required, but only as the partner wshes. It is desirable that people regain their own power to speak for themselves whare possible. Advocates will support people when they speak for them8elv8s. Develop 8 one to one relatlonshSp wlth a person for as long as the person wishes it to continue. Allow the partner to make his or her own dacisions and choices whenever possible, even if the process of engagement is slow and uncertain. An advocate en8ure5 that their partnar retains maximum control.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES, REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 The period from April 2024 to March 2025 was another busy and impactful year for Sandwell Advocacy. Our Board of Trustees have supported our stsff, and volunte8rs to continue to deliver essential independent advocacy support to those most in need within our community. We are proud to note that during this time, we entered our 31 st year of providing ind8p8ndent advocacy across Sandwell, a milestone that reflects our ongoing commitment and dedication. Throughout these three decades. we have remained unwav8ring in our core belief: ensuring that people'5 vcices are heard and thèir rights are protectsd. Our Board of Truste85 plays a pivotal role in overseeing govemance and shaping our strategic directton. Throughout this period, we maintained a proactive approach to advancing our objectives and strategies. During the year, we saw a significant change in leadership as Lesley Donnelly, our Chair since 2013, stepped down after an outstanding 16 years of s8Nice, having first joined the Board in 2009. Lesley's dedication and commitment to our organisation and its values have been truly remarkable. I was delighted to step into Lesley's shoes and accept the position of chair going fomard, I will continue to champion our vision and drive forward vital advocacy projects to meet the n60ds of those who rely on us most. We also, with r8gret, accepted the resignations of both Leah Hayes and Yvonne Murray during this period. We extend our sincere thanks for their valuable coniributions. which are very much appreciated. We continued to promote opportunities for potential new members to join the Board and began developing a more structured approath to Trustee reGruitment, training, and induction. As always, the management team works closely with Dave Bradshaw, our Chief Executive Officer, who oversees the day-to-day management of cur stsff and seNices. Dave brings both vision and a wealth of exrienCe to the organisation, leading a dedic8t8d and focused team committed to delivering excellence. He keeps the Board fully informed on 8Ctivitios snd collaborates with us to shape and implement cur strategic objectives. At the same time, Dave maintains a hands-on, team-focused approach, ensuring strong support for our cperational activities. Our Advocacy Project for Young Carers continued to thrive throughout this period, providing vital support to children, young people, and their families. We are extremely grateful to Sandw•ll Childrèn's Trust for funding this much-needed project for a further 12 months. Helen Charles (Senior Independent Advocat8} and Sharon Wilson (Independent Advocate) remained dedicated to delivering one-to-one, person-centred advocacy support. In addition tc this individual support, we organised group activities and continued to work closely with our User-Engagement Group to ensure young carers, vol$ were heard. A highlight of the year was a popular summer outlng to Inllat&Nation, where chlldren, young people, and their parentslcarers enjoyed a fun-filled dsy togathor. We also remain committed to investing in our staff and their ongoing professional development, an essential part of maintaining a highly skilléd team capable of delivering quality advocacy services. It was particularly rewarding to see Helen Charles achieve her qualification in Independent Advocacy in Child Protection and Famity Courts during this period. Helen also led safeguarding training sessions for our team this year, ensuring everyone was up to date with best practices. Our Advocacy Feedback Support Service continued to receive grant funding from Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council. This vital seryice, delivered by Carol Turley (Advocacy Support Officer), operates across Nursing, Residential, and Extra Care settings, as well as Day Centre Units. It ensures that residents in these environments have a voice, enabling them to share their experiences and express their views on the ore they receive and the changes they would like to see. A notable development during this period was the recruitment of new volunteers to support the propct. After completing a structured programme of training and shadowing, these volunteers gained the skills and confidence to work independently, while continuing to re1ve guidance and support from Carol. The Sandwell Advocacy Voice and Empowemient (SAVE) Project Continued to make a significant impact throughout this period, thanks to the generous support of various Trusts, grant-making foundations, and charities. This vital project provides advocacy, enabling, and support services for children and young people experiencing poor mentsl health andlDr behaviDural challenges_ Its aim is to empower them, ensuring their rights are upheld and their vol$ and wishes are heard. Our dedicated independent advocates, Helen Charles and Sharon Ison. delivered person-centred support thrDugh this project. helping young people navigate difficult Gircumstances with confidence and dignity.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Trls perfod marked the final year of our Volces and Cholces project, a three-year initiative funded by the Albert Gubay Foundation. Helen Charles, our Senior IndependentAdvocate. has tak8n th8188d on this project. which continued to be busy with referrals from a variety of sources, induding Adults Soclal Care, Social Prescribers. the Cornmunty Offer. and relatives or family members. The project provides vital support for oldar people wlth long-tenn health conditions, helping to: Ensure that older people who wish to remain living ind8P8nd8ntly In th81r own homes receive the appropriate support to do so. Ensur8 that older p80p18, along wlth thelr famllles, carers, or frtend5. have aGcess to relevant itrfcnnation and guidance when considering a move into care provlder accommodation. enabling them tc make informed decisions about their cara options. Louise Jones continued her role as Volunteer Co-ordinator for our Sandwall Together telephone befriending service throughout this period. We were proud to mark our 400th referral since th8 S8rvic8 was estsblished in 2020. Sandwell Together continues to grow. providing volunteer befrienders who offer amotional support and listening ear to lonely and isolated residents 8cross Sandwell. Loulse's primary responsibilities as Volunteer Co-ordinator include: Developing a volunteer recrultment strategy Managing volunteer enquiries and the applicatlon procass Promoting the service to a broad range of stakeholders Reviewing volunteer policies and the handbook Training volunteer befrlenders Managing rafèrrals and matching volunteers with service users Provldlng ongolng support and supervision forvoluntsers Our volunteer recruitment efforts were pgrticularly successful this period, resulting in a significant increase in the number of volurrteers. This has allowed us to expand the servi and provida greater support to Icnely and isolated residents. In October 2024, we introduced a Volunteer Peer Support Group to further anhance the support offered to Sandwell Together volunteers. This initiativa hag been highly successful in fostering team cohesion, sharing information and good practi, supporting ongolng developrnent, and providing a forum to discuss any challenges faced by volunteers. As is customary, we celebr*ed National Volunteers Week in June this year to recognise and celebrate the Invaluable contributions of all our volunteers. This yéar, we hosted an aftemoon tea at Langley Lodge. leh was well attended and enjoyed by everyone. Our Bimingham Bereavement and Wellbeing Service, funded by Birmingham Cty Coundl. continued throughout the year, providing vital support to carers experiencing loss and bereavement. This service is delivered in partnership with a range of local health, social care. and wellbeing providers as part of the Communities in SynG consortium. Helen Charles leads the project in her role as Senior Bereavernent Officer. As expected, the service experienced high demand, with a significant number of referrals received, reflecting the essential support it provides to the community. Our Parents Advocacy, Guidan and Empowerment (PAGE) Project, funded by the National Lottery. supports parents with a learning disability andlor autism who are subject to, or at risk Df, interventions from Children's SeNIS. The Project offers a range of support. including independent advocacy and independent living skills training. We work closely with Ideal forAII. another partner organisation within the Communities in Sync (CIS) consortium, to deliver this service.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 PAGE focuses on developing trusting, user-led relationships, ensuring that parents with a learning disability understand proceedings. explore their options, and r8m8in at th8 centr8 of all decision-making processes. Kirsty Kemp continued to deliver the project in her role as Independent Advocate for most of this period. I n March 2025, Kirsty moved on to pastures new. and H818n Charf8S St8pped in on an interim basis to ensure a seamless handover and continuity of support for parents. Our management and operational team are ably support8d by Sharon Jenkins, our Business Support Offic8r. Sharon has been with the organisation since 2021 and is of(en the first point of contact for callers and visitors to Sandw811 Advocacy, handling each interaction with confidence and expertise. She has become a versatile and invaluable member of the team, bringing a wealth of skills and experience to the role. The operational activities of Sandwell Advocacy are supported by the extensive work of our management team, staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries in developing clearly defined aim5 and objectives. To ensure effectiven&55, we conduct thorough consultations wtth all stakeholders, the result5 of which are incorporated into our Business Plan. This plan outlines our key priorttie5 over a three-year period and serves a5 a roadmap for achieving our vision for the future. We recognise the importano of involving as many stakeholders as possible in shaping our strategic direction. Regular Development Away Days provide an opportunty for trustees, staff, volunteers, and users to share their views and feedback, which informs our strategic and bu8in883 development model. Our most recent Development Away Day took place at Sandwall Vallay Ifisitor Centra cn 15th October 2024 and was facilitated by steph Vidal-Hall of Making Meetings Matter, a qualified Thinking Environment coach and facilitator. The primary focus of the day was to explore what makes the organisation sustainable and to consider how this inbms our goals for the next three years. We recognise the importance of building an effective digitsl and social madia pres6nc& in todays digital world 8nd have considered the investment required to ensure our output is current and Impactrul. To achleve this, we worked with Brand Creab've Media, who also manage our website, to develop 8 coherent communication8 strategy that is well-planned and properly resourced. In July 2024, we made the decision to outsource our digital marketing strategy to Brand Creative Media. This partnership allows us to hold monthly planning meetings to coordinate and optimisé our digital marketing programma and campaigns. Durlng this perlod, we undertook a signlficant piece of work to fully review and evaluats our comnrritinent to equality, inclusion, and diversity. A dedicated working group was established to analyse our policies, approaches, and practices. As a result of this work, we agreed andlor implement8d the following action5: Indusion of dates commemorating and celebrating LGBTQ+, gender avRreness, and trans awarene&8 in our social media Galendar. Updating volunteer equal opportunities monltorlng to include gender and sexuality Options on all documentation, with anonymised central records maintalned. Amending the Volunteer Handbook to includa guldance on pronoun usage and updating training materials 8ccordingty. Publishing an inclusion ststement on our website. Organisation-wide discussion on the use of pronouns in emall signatures. with agreement that individuals may decide for themselves_ Continued use cf quality marks across the organisats.on to ensure all crlteria are met. Steve Leighton continued to m2nage our finances throughout the year, overseeing payroll. budget monitoring, and day-tokday financial operations. He prepares and presents detailed management accounts and cash flow projections at our Board meetings, providing the Board with the financial insight needed to make informed decisions and ensure the ongoing financial stability of the organisation.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY TRUSTEES. REPORT {CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Of course, we cannot overstate th@ incr8dible contribution of our dedicated volunteers. Our organisation could not operate as effectively without their commitment and generosity- By freely giving their time, skills, and expertise, they play an essential ro18 in d81ivering our services and supporting our mission. We greatly value their efforts and recognise the meaningful impact they have on the lives of the people we support and the wider community. We gretefiJlly acknowledge the financial contribution received from a variety of sourGes throughout 202412025. without which our valuabl@ work could not be delivered or sustained. Funding, grants and donations were most gratefully received from the following= Sandw811 Children's Trust Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Birmingham Clty Council National Lottery Community Fund ripton Civic Soclety The Albart Gubay Charitable Foundation Baron Davenpcrts Charity The Roger and Douglas Tumer Trust Heart of England Community Fcundation (Birmingham and Black Country CommunSty Fund) The Eveson Trust The Tipton and Coseley Building Society Charitable Foundation Finally, we exlend our sincere thanks to Neal and Co Business Services Limited for their guld8nce, support, 8nd professional advice throughout the year, including the preparation of our annual accounts. Their experbse and assistance h£ve been invaluable in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining the integrrty of our financial management. We remain committed to making independent edvccacy available 8nd accessible to those in our community who experience social exclusion or marginalisation. At the heart of advocacy lies a deep commitment to amplifying the voices of people who have been overlooked. Silenced, or treated unfairly. This principle continues to guide everything we do at Sandwell Advocacy, and we will steadfastly uphold it in the years ahead. We remain committed to raising awaran6ss of its importanc6 and 6mbedding it into our core principles and values. Wa sincerely thank everyone who has contributed in any capacity to support cur essential work and warmly encourage more volunteers to become part of the organisation. The trustees, rep Was approved by the Board of Trustees. Gurdeep Hanspaul (Chair) Trustee Dated. 25 September 2025
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY I report on the financial statements of the charity for the year end8d 31 March 2025, which are set out on pages 8 to 14. Respective responsibilitles of Trust888 and examiner The charity's Trustees are responsible ft)r the preparation of the financial stat&ments. The charivs Trustees consider that an audit is not r8quired for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It Is my respc)nsibility to- examine the financial stat8ments under section 145 of the 2011 Act., (li) to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by thè Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b} of the 2011 Act. and lili) to state whether particular matt8rs have come to my attention. Basls of Independent examlner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting r8cords kept by the charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disdosures in thè financial statements. and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be r8quir8d in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the financial statements present a tru6 and fair view, and the report 15 limited to those matters set out in the next statement. Independent examIne$ statomont In connection with my examlnatlon, no matter has come to my attention: (a) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any materlal respect the requirements.. to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 AGt', and (li) to prepare financlal statemenls which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirèments of the 2011 Act,. have not been met or (b) to which, in my opinion, attentlon should be drawn in order to en8ble a proper understsnding of tl financial ststements to be reached. Nigel Kirkham FCCA Chartered Certified AGGountant Shakespeare Buildings 28 Craclley Road Cradley Heath West Midlands B64 6AG Dated.. 25 September 2025
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY STATEMENT OF FINANCIALACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Unro8trlcted Restricted funds funds 2025 2026 Total Unrostrlcted Restricted funds funds 2024 2024 Total 2025 2024 Notss Me Donations and legacies 85,595 144,502 230.097 35,963 187,676 223,639 ndltur Charitable activities 61.915 145,819 207,734 15,097 194,793 209.890 Net Incom8J{8XP8ndlture) for the yearl Net movement in funds 23,680 (1,31n 22,363 20,866 (7,11n 13,749 Fund balances at 1 April 2024 150,430 1,317 151,747 129,564 8,434 137,998 Fund balances at 31 March 2026 174,110 174,110 150,430 1,317 151.747 Tha statement of financlal actlvltie8 Include3 all gains and Ioss88 recognisad in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing actlvities.
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2025 2025 2024 Notes Current assets D8btors Cash at bank and in hand 2,603 333,057 27,270 277,955 335.660 305,225 cr6ditor6: amounts falling due withln one year (161,550) (153,478) Net current assets 174,110 151,747 Income funds Restricted funds Unrestrict8d funds 1,317 150,430 174,110 174,110 151,747 The accounts w roved by the Trustees on 25 September 2025 Gurdeep Hanspaul Chalr
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Accountlng policies 1.1 Accountlng conventlon The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the charitys govemlng document, the Charities Act 2011 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice appliGable to charit18s preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)° (as amended for accounting periods commencing from 1 January 2016). The charity is a Public B8nefit Entty as d8fln8d by FRS 102. Thè charity has taken advantage of the provlsions In the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows. The financial stat8m8nts have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Raports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a true and fair Mew. This departure has involved following th8 Ststement of Recommended Practice for charities applying FRS 102 rather than the version of the Statement of Recommended Practice which is referred to in the Regulations but which has since been withdrawn. The financial statemants are prepared in sterting, which 13 the functional currency of the Charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £. The financial statements have been prepared undar the historical Cost convention, [mod1fi8d to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to includ8 Investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value]. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below. 1.2 Golng concern At the tlme of approving the financial statements, the Trusteas have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to conts'nue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thu8 the Trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing tha financial statements. 1.3 Charltable funds Unrestricted funds are avallable for u8e at the discretion of tha Trustees in furtherance of their charitsble objectives. Restricted fvnds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purp)ses and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements. Endowmént funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the ch8rity. 1A Incomlng resources Income is reix)gnised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met. the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received. Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donab"on. unl8ss performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tsx recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation. Legacies are recDgnised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impendlng distribution, the atnount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset. 10-
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Accounting pollcles (Gontlnued) 1.5 Resources expended Rosources expended on charitable activities include all costs incurred in the pursuit of the charitable objects of th8 charity. Expenditure is recognised when a liability is incurred. Gov8mance costs include the cost of the independent examination together with the cost of the AGM and the trustees insurance. 1.6 Tangibl8 fad assets Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation is recognised so as to wrlte off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases.. Fixtures, fittings & equipment 25'h Straight Line The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is d@t8miined as the difference beteen the le prorEed8 and the carrying value of the asset, and Is recognlsed in the statement of financial activities. 1.7 Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash In hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-temi liquid investments with original maturities of three months or les5, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown wlthln borrowlngs In current Ilabilities. 1.8 Flnanclal Instruments The charity has elected to apply the provlsions of Section 11 'Basic Financial Instruments, and Section 12 'Oth8r Financial Instruments Issues, of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments. Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Flnancial assets and lisbilities £r6 offs6t, with th6 net amounts pr6$6nted in tha finsncial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liabilty simultaneously. 1.9 Retirement beneflts The pension costs charged in the accounts represent the contributions payablè by th6 charity during the year in accordance with FRS 17: Retirement Benefits. 1.10 Taxation The charity has been registered for VAT since 1st Dernber 2011. Income and expenditure is shown net of VAT where applicable. Expenditure is shown inclusive of VAT where it is irreGoverable. The organisation, being a registered charlty with minlmal trading income, is exempt from tax under Section 505 of Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988. No provision fr)r taxation is made in these accounts. 11
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Donatlons and legacles Unrestrlctsd Re5trlcted funds funds Total Unr8Stricted Restricted funds nds Total 2025 2026 2025 2024 2024 2024 Donations and gifts Grants receivable for core activities 5,322 5,322 10,297 10,297 80,273 144,502 224,775 25,666 187,676 213.342 85,595 144,502 230.097 35,963 187.87e 223,639 Charltable aGtlvitio6 2025 2024 staff costs Provision of advocacy, SUPPOrt and information 165,382 40,739 168,968 39.328 206,121 208,296 sha of govemance Gosts 1,613 1,594 207,734 209,890 Trustees The charty has not at any time entered into any material transactions, contracts or other arrangeTrEnts with its truslees, employees or any other persons, business, or charities connected with them. Trustee indemnity insurance has been tsken out by th8 charlty at an annual premium of £713 {2024- £694). Employees The average monthly number employees during the year was 9 2025 Number 2024 Number 12-
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Employees (Continued) Employment costs 2025 2024 Wages and salaries other pension costs 156,834 8,748 181,283 7,705 1e5,382 188,988 There were no employ88s whos8 annual r8muneration was more than £60,000. Debtors 2025 2024 Amounts falllng duo wlthln ono year: Trade debtors Prepayments and accrued income 499 2,104 25,805 1,465 2,603 27,270 Credltors: amounts falling due wlthln one y•ar 2025 2024 Notss Other taxation and soclal securlty Deferred income Trade créditors Other creditors Accruals and deferred inwme 8,489 148,265 973 4,636 144,960 58 774 3,050 2.975 161,550 153,478 13-
SANDWELL CITIZEN ADVOCACY NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Deferred income 2025 2024 other deferred inc£Jme 148.265 144,960 Craative Communities SAVE Time for Me BBWS Awards for All - SAVE Sandwell Together BefrJ8nding Tlpton Town Grant PAGE Albert Gubway Housing Advocacy Support Servlce 26.997 8,453 3,000 30.103 8,453 1,600 19,955 14.864 547 53,455 15.115 8,857 547 74,528 15,015 10,000 148,265 144,960 Restrlctad funds The inGome funds of the charlty include restricted funds comprising the following unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust for specrfic purposes.. Movement in funds Balance at 1 Incomlng Expenditure Balance at 31 Aprll 2024 Resources March 2025 Young Carers Advocacy Feedback Support Service Albert Gubay Sandwell Together Befriending Servlce 88,281 13,892 30,322 12,007 (88,281) (13,892) (31,638) (12,007) 1,316 1,316 144,502 (145.818) 14-