## **Coventry Cat Group** **Trustee’s Annual Report and Financial Statements for 1[st] April 2024 – 31[st] March 2025** **Registered charity number: 1065043** **VAT Registration: 128 5052 25** ## Contents Reference and Administrative Details .............................................................................................................................. 3 Summary of the Organisation’s Purpose and Activities.................................................................................................... 3 Achievements & Performance .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Financial Review ................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Structure, Governance & Management ............................................................................................................................ 5 Independent Examiner’s Report on the Accounts ............................................................................................................ 6 Page | 2 ## Reference and Administrative Details **Charity Name** : Coventry Cat Group **Other names Charity is known by** : N/A **Charity Number** : 1065043 **Charity’s operating address** : Wychwood, North Brook Road, Coventry, CV6 2AJ ## **Names of the Charity Trustees who managed the charity during the reporting period** **Name Office Appointed Retired** Mrs Linda McManus Trustee 1[st] May 2014 - Mrs Judith Stanley Trustee 1[st] March 2016 - Mrs Deborah Brassington Hon. Secretary 14[th] February 2018 - Mr Colin Childs Hon. Treasurer 14[th] February 2018 - ## Summary of the Organisation’s Purpose and Activities ## **Summary of the Objectives of the charity as set out in its Governing Document** To provide assistance in the provision of care and accommodation of abandoned mainly feral cats which are in need of care and protection by reason of homelessness, sickness, maltreatment or poor circumstances or ill usage, and the prevention of cruelty to, and suffering among cats in Coventry and the immediate surrounding area, and to advance the education of the public in the care of feral cats. The charity is run entirely by volunteers, none of whom are employed by the Trust. ## **Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to the charity’s objectives** Rehoming of 41 cats and kittens, following each being neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and treated against fleas and worms. Support for long term foster cats with a range of medical conditions and or elderly cats who are currently in foster care. Trapping, neutering and microchipping has been carried out to aid local feral cats and kittens. Some of these were returned to site (TNR), and the majority were trapped, microchipped, neutered and found a place in our care to enable them to progress to family pets after many cases extended rehabilitation and socialisation. Taking into care abandoned cats, getting them neutered (where necessary), vaccinated, and microchipped, treated against worms and fleas, rehabilitated and found a permanent home. Providing a helpline to advise members of the public and also social workers and other who work with vulnerable people. Provide a microchip scanning service. Organising various successful fundraising events. Page | 3 ## Achievements & Performance ## **Statutory Declaration** The Trustees declare that they have complied with their duty to have due regard to the guidance on public benefit publishing by the commission in exercising their powers or duties. ## **Summary of the main achievements of the Charity for the year** Homed 41 cats and kittens Added a third pod to our Isolation Unit facility Successfully recruited a number of new volunteers ## **Coordinators Annual Report** We will never be out of our volunteer jobs! So, it has been great to have new volunteers join us over the last 12 months. So many thanks to them and our more experienced volunteers for showing them how we tick. We are still receiving calls via our helpline for help with cats which often only need microchip and spay/neuter, but householders are not being successful when seeking neutering vouchers via the local Cats Protection. Some of our work in reuniting lost cats has been made more difficult causing wasted time and fuel, due to microchips not being kept up to date. Over the last twelve months we have had more complex cases needing more than a quick “snip and chip”. Craig had an infection, possibly from a fight wound, to his front leg, he was given a Convenia antibiotic injection. All seemed well until I was due a day off. For some reason, I wasn’t quite sure how his leg was healing that morning, so I had him checked at the vet. Clean bill of health, (she even took his temperature), he ate his belated breakfast and I left him with a feed to be given at 3 pm while I was away. He refused it and was found to be staring into space. So, I came back early and, on the way, organised for Craig to go to the emergency vet at Warwick, he was kept in overnight. They found a sudden heart murmur, chest rattle and the start of sepsis! Grateful thanks to our daughter Katie who did the day-care, driving and Debbie for accompanying her. We have had another tom cat who had an injury to his paw, which could have been a fight wound, or caused from trauma by landing on a nail or something. All seemed well at first, then it definitely got much bigger than the foot on the other side. Thankfully with some antibiotic tablets on board, he was able to recover from the wound, his neuter and microchip procedures and find an excellent new home. Our rescue centre has been running for around 10 years, so we have had to do some remedial work on the bungalow and also our isolation unit due to the very welcome additional pen, enabled by a very generous donation from two of our dedicated volunteers. Unfortunately, there had been a change in design, which meant the whole of its roof had to be replaced. We are currently waiting for the electrical updates to be completed. As we move from spring to summer, we are looking forward to hosting our afternoon teas and our open day, hoping the weather will be kind. _Our new ISO pod under construction_ Many thanks to our Trustees, Executive Committee Members, Bid Funding Team, volunteers and supporters who make it possible for us to do what we can to help the cats and kittens. Page | 4 ## Financial Review ## **Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves** The Trust has no substantial reserves ## **Details of any funds materially in deficit** None ## **Treasurer Report for Financial Year 2024/2025** I am pleased to report that despite continued challenging economic conditions over the last year, the Charity remains in a healthy financial position. This year we have incurred some unexpected maintenance costs at Willand, along with further investment in our cattery centre by adding a third isolation pen, however the charity has returned a small surplus for the financial year thanks to our wonderful supporters. Special thank you to Jane Pitcher for her very generous donation this year. During the last year, we have again had wonderful success with our big fundraising events, the Summer Open Day, our popular Paws for a Cuppa afternoon teas, and finally our Christmas Fayre. The Charity’s cash reserves at the end of FY24/25 amounted to £60,844. Finally, I would like to express my thanks to my fellow Trustees and Executive Committee members for their support, our Bid and Funding team for all their determination with several grant applications, our volunteers for all their hard work, and to our supporters for their generosity and goodwill. ## Structure, Governance & Management ## **Description of the Charity’s Trusts** **Type of Governing Document:** Constitution adopted September 1997 and amended May 2018 ## **How the Charity is Constituted:** Trust **Trustee Selection:** Being an established, trustworthy volunteer nominated and elected by the charity membership at the AGM **How New Trustees are Inducted and Trained** : By reference of the Charity Commission Notes about the role of a Trustee, and reference to the history and current status of the charity. **Additional Governance:** Minimum of three trustees at any one time. Executive Committee meet monthly to discuss day to day running of the charity, report to trustees, including any major risks identified. We are associate members of the Association of Dog and Cat Homes. We work with other local charities to offer advice, support and assistance, also to members of the public who get in touch regarding feral colonies, abandoned or stray cats. Page | 5 ## Independent Examiner’s Report on the Accounts The independent examination of the Coventry Cat Group accounts for the period 1[st] April 2024 through to 31[st] March 2025 was conducted in January 2026 by David McCabe. ## **Coventry Cat Group** **Financial Statements for the Year Ending 31[st] March 2025** **Charity Number 1065043** Page | 6 ## **COVENTRY CAT GROUP** ## **TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT** ## **FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025** The trustees present their report with the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2025 ## **REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS** **Registered charity name** Coventry Cat Group **Charity registration number** 1065043 Willand Harvest Hill Lane Coventry CV5 9DD ## **The trustees** The trustees who served the charity during the period were as follows: Lin McManus Judith Stanley Debbie Brassington Colin Childs **Independent examiner** David McCabe 6 Charwelton Drive Rugby Warwickshire CV21 1TU ## **OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITES** To provide assistance in the provision of care and accommodation of abandoned, mainly feral cats which are in need of care and protection by reason of homelessness, sickness, maltreatment or poor circumstances or ill usage and the prevention of cruelty to and suffering among such cats in Coventry and the immediate surrounding area: and to advance the education of the public in the care of feral cats Signed on behalf of the trustees 6 Charwelton Drive Rugby Warwickshire Colin Childs CV21 1TU Trustee 22nd January 2026 1 ## **COVENTRY CAT GROUP** ## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF COVENTRY CAT GROUP** ## **YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025** I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2025 which are set out on the following pages this report. ## **RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINER** 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: - examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act; - to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and - to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. ## **BASIS OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'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 records kept by the charity 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 you as trustees concerning any such matters. 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: (1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: - to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and - to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. David McCabe Independent Examiner 6 Charwelton Drive Rugby Warwickshire CV21 1TU 22nd January 2026 2 ## **COVENTRY CAT GROUP** ## **BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST MARCH 2025** |**FIXED ASSETS**
**CURRENT ASSETS**
Cash at Bank and in hand
VAT Refund Due
**CREDITORS: Amounts falling due**
**within one year**
**NET CURRENT ASSETS**
**TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES**
**NET ASSETS**
**FUNDS**
Unrestricted income funds
**TOTAL FUNDS**|2025
£
250,000
60,844
904
(9,317)
52,431
302,431
302,431
302,431
302,431|2024
£
250,000
33,377
1,076
(375)| |---|---|---| |||34,078| |||284,078| |||284,078| |||284,078| |||284,078| These financial statements were approved by the members of the committee and authorised for issue on the 22nd January 2026 and are signed on their behalf by: Colin Childs Trustee 3 ## **COVENTRY CAT GROUP** ## **STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES** ## **FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025** |**INCOMING RESOURCES**
Incoming resources from generating funds:
Donations
Willand income
Interest Received
Grant
**TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES**
**RESOURCES EXPENDED**
Cost of generating funds:
Cat Food
Cat Litter
Cat Expenses (other)
Cat Medications
Vets Bills
Fundraising Equipment
Telephone
Printing Postage and Stationery
Bank Charges
Accountancy
Bungalow Repairs
Cattery Fees
Energy Bills
Insurance
**TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED ON OPERATIONS**
Special Projects
**NET INCOMING RESOURCES FOR THE YEAR**
**RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS**
Total funds brought forward
**TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD**|| |---|---| ||| The Statement of Financial Activites includes all gains and losses in the year and therefore a statement of total recognised gains and losses has not been prepared. All of the above amounts relate to continuing activities. 4