WRITTEN WORD OUTREACH MINISTRIES
1 GEORGE STREET HOVE EAST SUSSEX BN3 3YA
CHARITY NUMBER 1053190
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5TH APRIL 2023
AJN & CO LTD CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS & BUSINESS ADVISORS
2 SILVER STREAK WAY
STROOD ROCHESTER ME2 2GY
WRITTEN WORD OUTREACH MINISTRIES
| REFERENCE AND | ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHURCH, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISORS |
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| FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5 APRIL 2023 | |
| TRUSTEES: | Nkhensani Priscilla Sono |
| Stephanie Yeboah | |
| Victor Prouse | |
| Mary Stephens | |
| SECRETARY: | Nadia Umwali |
| CHARITY NUMBER: | 1053190 |
| BANKERS: | NatWest Bank |
| 103 Church Road | |
| Hove | |
| East Sussex BN3 2BF | |
| ACCOUNTANTS: | AJN & CO LTD |
| Chartered Certified Accountants & Business Advisors | |
| 2 Silver Streak Way | |
| Strood | |
| Rochester ME2 2GY | |
| CONTENT: | 1. Trustees' Report |
| 2. Accountant's Report | |
| 3. Statement of Financial Activities | |
| 4. Balance Sheet | |
| 5. Notes to the Accounts |
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TRUSTEES REPORT
The Trustees have pleasure in submitting their report, and accounts for the year ended 5th April 2023.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out on page 5, and comply with the Statement of Recommended Practice and applicable law.
Constitution, objective of the charity, principal activities and organisation of our work
The charity is constituted under a trust deed dated 3rd November 1995 and is a registered charity number 1053190.
The objectives of the charity as set out in the Declaration of Trust are:
(a) To propagate the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and the advancement of the Christian faith.
(b) The relief of persons who are in conditions of hardship or distress or who are aged or sick.
(c) Such other exclusively charitable purposes as the trustees may see fit.
The church was involved in Christian outreach programmes designed to increase Christian awareness and spread the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Public benefits, development, activities and achievements in the year
When planning our activities in the year, the trustees considered the Charities Commission's guidance on public benefit, and in particular the specific guidance on charities for the advancement of religion. We helped ordinary people in the community to live out their faith through worship and prayer; learning about the Gospel; and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus Christ.
Due to Covid-19 pandemic, we could not organised our usual gifts and presents for the widows and orphans in the community. Most of our activities during the year were held on Zoom because of the pandemic restrictions. Our annual Christmass and Easter services were held on Zoom due to Covid-19 pandemic and they were successful.
Review of the financial position
The net incoming resources for the year amounted to a deficit of £7,360 (2022 £305 deficit) all of which was attributable to the general reserves.
Board of Trustees
The members of the board of trustees during the year were
Nkhensani Priscilla Sono Stephanie Yeboah Victor Prouse Mary Stephens
Approval
This report was approved by the board of trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Stephanie Yeboah
Dated
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF WRITTEN WORLD OUTREACH MINISTRIES
I report on the Financial Statements of the charity for the year ended 5th April 2023 which are set out below:
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINERS
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required 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 responsibility to :
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act,
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follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission
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[ under section 145(5)(b) ] of the 2011 Act, and
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state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Trust and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matter.
The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair' view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention :-
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1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or
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2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Isaac Addai FCCA, FFA/FIPA, MBA(Finance), BA(Hons) Dated AJN & CO LTD
CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS & BUSINESS ADVISORS 2 SILVER STREAK WAY STROOD ROCHESTER ME2 2GY
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5TH APRIL 2023
| Notes Incoming Resources Incoming resources from generated funds Voluntary income 1.3 HMRC Gift Aid 2 Total Incoming Resources Resources Expended Cost of generating funds Cost of generating voluntary funds 4 Charitable Activities 5 Governance costs 6 Total resources expended Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
2023 2022 £ £ 33,775 32,399 6,048 - 39,822 32,399 898 - 45,784 32,454 500 250 47,182 32,704 (7,360) (305) 12,963 28,020 5,603 27,715 Unrestricted |
2023 2022 £ £ 33,775 32,399 6,048 - 39,822 32,399 898 - 45,784 32,454 500 250 47,182 32,704 (7,360) (305) 12,963 28,020 5,603 27,715 Unrestricted |
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| 32,399 | ||
| - 32,454 250 |
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| 32,704 | ||
| (305) 28,020 |
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| 27,715 |
There were no recognised gains or losses for the period other than those included in the Statement of Financial Activities.
The notes on pages 5 to 8 form part of these accounts.
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| BALANCE SHEET AS AT | 5TH APRIL 2023 | ||
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| FIXED ASSETS Equipment CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash in hand & Bank LESS CREDITORS: Amounts falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS / LIABILITIES TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENTS LIABILITIES NET ASSETS MEMBERS ACCUMULATED FUNDS Unrestricted Funds |
Notes 3 8 9 11 |
2023 £ 1,616 3,750 737 4,487 (500) 3,987 5,603 5,603 5,603 5,603 |
2022 £ - - 13,186 |
| 13,186 (250) |
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| 12,936 | |||
| 12,936 | |||
| 12,936 | |||
| 12,936 | |||
| 12,936 |
Approved by the Board of Trustees and signed on its behalf by
Trustee Dated
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5TH APRIL 2023
1. Accounting Policies
1.1 Basis of preparation of accounts
The accounts are prepared under the historical cost convention and include the results of the charity's operations which are described in the Trustees' Report and all of which are continuing.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice forCharity Accounts.
The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in Financial Reporting Standard No. 1 from the requirement to produce a cashflow statement on the grounds that it qualifies as a small charity.
1.2 Tangible Fixed Assets for use by the Charity and Depreciation.
Tangible fixed assets for use by the Charity are stated at cost less depreciation.
Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assests, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following basis;
Equipment fixtures and fittings 25% per annum.
1.3 Incoming Resources
Income from Tithes and Offerings, Grants and Other Income are included in incoming resources when they are receivable.
1.4 Value Added Tax
Value Added Tax is not recoverable by the Charity, and as such is included in the relevant costs in the Statement of Financial Activities.
2 Tax reclaims on donations and gifts
Gift aid receivable is included in income when there is valid declaration from the donor. Any Gift Aid amount recovered on a donation is considered to be part of that gift and is treated as an addition to the same fund as the initial donation unless the donor or the terms of the appeal have specified otherwise.
3. Investment Income
Investment income consists of net interest received during the period.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5TH APRIL 2023
| 3.Tangible Fixed Assets Cost as at 6th April 2022 Additions during the year At 5th April 2023 Depreciation as at 6th April 2022 Charge for the year At 5th April 2023 Net Book Value at 5th April 2023 Net Book Value at 5th April 2022 4. Cost of Generating Voluntary Income Advertisements 5. Charitable Activities Investment Travel & Subsistence Expenses Welfare & Support Evangelism & Missions Rent & Rates Telecommunication & Data cost Health & Safety Repairs & Maintenance Insurance Sundries Charitable Donations Administration Pastoral Allowance Food & Refreshment Software Website Meeting Cost (Zoom) Print, Post & Stationary Motor expenses Depreciation |
Equipmt, Fixtures Total & Fittings 2023 £ £ - - 2,155 2,155 2,155 2,155 - - 539 539 539 539 1,616 1,616 - - Unrestricted Total Total Fund 2023 2022 £ £ £ 898 898 - 898 898 - 2023 2022 £ £ - 7,467 3,975 3,560 555 - 4,156 - 11,791 295 333 - 361 - 2,967 537 72 591 - 326 3,603 13,224 - 1,200 16,574 - 451 - 196 - - 89 101 - 110 - - 5,165 539 - 45,784 32,454 Total Unrestricted Funds |
Equipmt, Fixtures & Fittings |
Total 2023 £ - 2,155 |
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£ - 2,155 |
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| 2,155 | 2,155 | |||
| - 539 |
- 539 |
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| 539 | 539 | |||
| 1,616 - Total 2022 £ - |
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| 898 | - | |||
| 32,454 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 5TH APRIL 2023
| 6. Governance Costs Accountancy |
2023 £ 500 500 |
2022 £ 250 |
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| 250 |
7. Trustee Remuneration
No trustee has received remuneration in the year. No trustee has had expenses reimbursed in the year. There were no staff costs and emoluments and thus no employee whose emoluments exceeded £60,000
| 8. Debtors Rent Deposit 9. Creditors: Amount falling due within one year Accruals 10. Net Movement in Funds for the Period The net movement in funds for the period is stated after charging: Depreciation of tangible fixed assets - for use by the charity Accountancy Fee 11.Analysis of Net Assets between funds Unrestricted Funds: |
Equipment Fixtures & Fittings 1,616 |
2023 £ 3,750 3,750 2023 £ 500 500 2023 £ 539 500 Net Current Assets less Liabilities 2023 £ 3,987 5,603 Total |
2022 £ - |
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| - | |||
| 2022 £ 250 |
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| 250 | |||
| 2022 £ - 250 2022 £ 12,963 |
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