THE AUTUMN CENTRE Charity number 1066579 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 COMMUNITY Community Accounts Service
THE AUTUMN CENTRE CONTENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Page Legal and Administrative Information Trustees Annual Report Independent Examinefs Report Statement of Financial Adwits'es Balance Sheet Notes to the financial statements 8-11
THE AUTUMN CENTRE LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Trustees G Scott, W Bates M Silk S Last C Walker S Huggins MBath J Bath Contact Address & clo 1 Osboumes Court Victoria Court 8rightlingsea Essex C07 OEB The charity is incorporated in England and Wales 1066579 Charlty R•glstratlon Numbar Independent Examlner Communty360 Winsley's House High Street Colchester Essex, C01 1UG
THE AUTUMN CENTRE TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Chalrs Report The year to March 2022 was a year of consolidation after the trials of the previous year when the charity's recovery from the precarious position in which it found itself took centre stage. The greatly improved position at the start of 2021-2022 still needed the dose attention of the Trustees, however, to ensure that the recovery continued without alams. The position was not helped by in our inability to operate lunch clubs in the firsl six months of this year due to Covid rules. When we were able to recomrnen the lunches from mid-september it was pleasing to note that the numbers were immediately back to pre-covid levels, showing how much the absence of the lunches had impacted on the local community. Indeed. we provided almost 1,200 meals to local people in the six months we Yre able to operat8. The shop was able to open for the full year. albeit wlth restrictions, arTrd the lavel of $al88 increased Considerably from that of the previous year. In my comments in the 202(>2021 accounts. I set out plans to build on the recovery started in that year and l am happy to report that those plans have resulted in the increased fundraising income hoped for. In particular the purple money collection tins that many local btjsinesses, large and small, agreed to have on Iheir counters raised almost £1.500 and the submission of donated books. CDS and DVDS to Zifflt and Music Magpie brought in a further £1,100, this on top of monthly 8ales outside the shop which brought in up to £100 a month. Two car boot sales raised a further £500 and a sale of Christmas decorations in November raised over £1,000. other income included donations of £3.01)O and grant income of just over £10,000 included a Covid grant from Tendring Dlstrict Council of £7.000. I must include a word of thanks to our landlords financed the installation of new heaters in Ihe shop and offica during the year and have kept the rent at £1.500 per quarter throughout the year. At a Iruslee maeting in November 2021, it was agreed that the name of the charity should be changed from a rather cumbersom8 'Family Support Brightlingsea TIA The Autumn Centre" to simply "The Autumn Centre" and this was duly approved by The Charrty Commission. As always, we continue to look for volunteers, trustees and, of course, donations ranging from books and foreign currency to walkers and wheelchairs. Al are gratefully received Overall, 2021-2022 has been a successful year. though not without its problems, and wa now have a sound basis on which to build for the fuiure.
THE AUTUMN CENTRE TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Our purpose and actlvities Our purpose is to njn two luncheon clubs for the communication of Alresford and Brightlingsea. The 5uncheon clubs provide esFe¢ially for the isolated. elderly and disabled. We have a weekly raffle at both of these events. We also have a charity shop for th8 purpose of raising funds to supplement thé costs of the luncheon clubs. The shop sells disabiltty aids and equipment at low Gost. AGhi8vements and perfonnance We have increased our fundraising income as outlined above. When we were allowed to restart the luncheon clubs, attendance vms quickly back to earlier levels. The shop achieved increased sales over the previous year. Our financial position improved strongly giving us a 501id base with which to Move forward. Flnanclal revlew As at 1 st April 2021 our total cash balances were.. (Including 1 Alc £17,028.84) £21.201.52 100 Club £466.04 Transport AJC £303.94 Reserv8 Alc £4,170.66 A8 at 31st March 2022 our total cash balances were. IlnGluding 1 Alc £21,016.02 £21,531.48 100 Club £6.00 Transport AJC £6,042.44 Reserve Wc £4,171.C Inv8$tmont powers pollcy NIA Ro8ervè8 pollcy and going concern The charity does not have a reserves policy although rt Is our intention to introduce one. We do have sufficient balanrxs in our accounts to cover contingencies. The reserve policy, when introduced will be reviewed and updated on an annual basis ang reported at the AGM. Plan for thè luture ol Tha Autumn Centre To consolidate our financial positon through increased fundraising and applying for grants where avaliable. To increase our shop sales, VIewIng stock reguarly to cater for demand.
THE AUTUMN CENTRE TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 Risk management Mini bus drivers are fully trained in the use of the tail Itft and side doors and in helping the escorts in handling clients on and off the mini buses. Escorts are fully trained in the handling of dients arKI hel.ng them safely into their wheelchairs and on l off the mini buses. A fully qualified carer is responsible for the Care of the clients, helping with toileting, cutting of f¢Jod, removin9 Outdoor clothing and seats'ng at the meal tables. She is also qualtfied in First Aid. Cooks are fully qualified in all aspects of catering including h8alth and hygiene and the management of the kitchen staff. In the chanty shop and the office the Administrator ensures the is safe entry and adequate space for manoeuvrabillty of the staff. By order of the board of trustees 2nd October 2023 Dat8 G Scott- Chair
THE AUTUMN CENTRE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 I report on the accounts of The Autumn Centre for the year ended 31 March 2022 which are set onpages6to 11. Respective responslbillties of trustsos and examlner The Charlty's Trustees a responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charlty's Trustees consider that an audrt is not required for this year (under section 144 (2) of the Charities Act 2011 (The Act) but that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to: Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by tha Charfty Commissioners (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charltles Act. and To state whether particular matters have Come to my attention. Basi8 of Independent examinevs Statement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directlons given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a mpariSOn of the accounts presented with those record8. It also includes consideration8 of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would b8 required in an audit and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. Independent examinerfs statement In the course of my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act,. or Ihe accounts did not accord with the accounting records: or the accounts did not comply wrth the applicable requirements COnrnIng the fonn and content of the accounts set out in the Chariti6s (Accounts and R8POrts) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts gtve a true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have Come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in Ihis report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. David Courtier F Community360 Winsley's House. AAT for and on behalf ot. treet, Colchester, Essex Date 16/io /z3
THE AUTUMN CENTRE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING THE INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 2022 2022 2022 2021 Notes Incomlng resource8 Incoming resources from gènerating funds". Donations and legacies Charilable activities Fundraising income Investment income 3,005 45.996 3.839 3,005 45,996 3,839 6,256 25,351 1,041 Total Incomlng resources 52,840 52,840 32,650 Ro8ourco• gxpond•d Costs of charitable actfvitieg Total re8ourc•8 expended 37.476 37,476 37,476 37,476 20.558 20,558 Net Incom(8Xn8e} for the year 15,364 15,364 12.092 Prior year adjustment Transfers ben funds 7,906 2.532 7,906 (2.532) Net movement in funds 25,802 (2,532) 23,270 12,092 Reconclliatlon of fund$ Total Funds BIFwd 14.622 4.499 19,121 7,029 Total Funds CIFwd 1,967 All of the chanvs activities derive from continuing operations during the above two periods.
THE AUTUMN CENTRE BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2022 2022 2021 Not•s Fixed assets Tangible assets Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand Stock 10 1,550 2,066 11 1,500 31.746 7,906 41,151 310 1,500 21,981 23,481 6,425 Credltors: amounts falllng wlthln one ygar Net current a88ets 12 40,841 17,056 Net totsl assets Funds of the GhaTIty: R•presentsd by: Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 40,424 1,967 14,622 4,499 Total fund8 13 Thé financial 8tatem8nts on pages 8 to 11 Vre approved by the trustees and signed on thglr their behalf by.. G Scott, Chair Date: 2nd October 2023
THE AUTUMN CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 l A¢countlng pollchs Statement of compliance The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practicè applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with Ihe Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)- {Charib'es SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102). They also comply Trmth the Companies Ad 2006 and Chanties Act 2011. 1.2 Outgoing M8ource8 ExndItUre is included in the accounts on an accruals b83is, irrecoverable VAT is included as incurred. 1.3 Going concern The trustees consider that there are no matenal uncertaints'es about th8 charity's ability to conllnue as a going concem nor any signific8rrt are88 of unoertainty that affect the carrying value of assets held by the charity. 1.4 Cash Ilow The financi81 $tatemonts do not indude a cash11(Iw statement because tha ch8rsty. as small rèporting entity, is exempt from tha requiremant to prepare such 8 gt8t8ment under Flnanclal Reporting Standard 1 "Cash flow statements". 1.5 Income and endowménts ASI in¢om8 is recognised onc& th& charity has entitlement to the income. it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of the income receivable can be measured reliabty. Investment income is recorded when receivable. 1.8 Tangibla Ilxod a88ets and deproclatlon All assets costing more than £100 are capttalised. Depreciation is charged on a reducing balance basis at 20% per annum for equipment and 25% per annum for vehicles. 1.7 Taxatlon Family Support Brightlings8a TA The Autumn Centre is a registered charity and accordingly is exempt from tsxation on its Income and gains where they ar8 applied for charitable , PUfPOS8S. 1.8 Fund aceountlng Unrestricted Funds are funds received which have no restrictions placed on their use and are available to spend on a¢tMties that further any of the PUTP¢)ses of the charity. Restricted Funds are funds which are to be used for purposes as speCifd by the funder.
THE AUTUMN CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 2. InGomg from donallons and l•gaci08 2022 2022 Unrostricted Restrictsd 2022 Total 2021 Total Donations r8cewable 3,005 3,005 6,077 3. Incomo from ¢harltable aclfvltles 2022 2022 Unrostrlctsd Rostrlct 2022 Total 2021 Total Grants receivable Luncheon clubs & tea Transport Minibus appeal Sales 100 club 16,218 15.190 1.720 16,218 15,190 1,720 3.012 20,484 5,994 12,888 12,868 5.229 763 4S,996 46,996 4. Fundral•lng Income Unr•strl¢ted Restrictod 2022 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Fundralsing 2,434 6. Invastmont Incomo Unrn8trfctod Rostrict•d 2022 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 Interest rec8Nable 10 6. Expèndlturn on charltable aGtivEiles Unrestricted R•8tr1¢tsd 2022 2022 Total 2022 Total 2021 LunGheon club & teas Cooks and carers Transport Fundraising costs Shop purchases 100 dub prvzes Support costs (not8 7) 10,736 4,206 2,301 1.339 3.135 10,736 4,206 2,301 1,339 3.135 15.359 11,161 3,926 200 270 15,758 37,476 15,758 37,476 51,124
THE AUTUMN CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 7. Support Costs Unrestricted Restrlcted 2022 2022 Totsl 2022 Totsl 2021 Other wag8S Premises expenses Insurance Office costs Professional fees Donations Repairs Depreciation 8.491 8,078 1,124 713 380 8.580 1,782 3,640 445 795 8,580 1,782 3,640 445 795 74 899 517 15,758 517 8. Staff Costs The numbtsr of stsff employed by the organisation is as follows: Total 2022 Total 2021 Members of staff employed 9. Key management per3onn•l There were Nil members of paid staff classed as key management personnel. Twstees acted a8 key management personnel but received no remuneration for their work. 10, Tanglblo fixod aM•ts Offlco Equlpm•nt Equlpm•nt Vohlcl•8 Totsl C08t As at 1 April 2021 As at 31 March 2022 Dopreclatlon As at 1 April 2021 Depreciation Gharge for year As 8t 31 MarGh 2022 Net Book Value 45,238 45,238 2.082 2.082 507 507 47,827 47,827 43,172 517 43,68g 2,082 507 45,761 517 46.278 2,082 507 As at 31 March 2022 1.550 1,550 As at 31 March 2021 2,066 10
THE AUTUMN CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022 11. Dèbtors: amounts fallbng due wlthln one yoar 2022 Total 2021 Total Prepayments 1,500 1,SOO 1,500 12. Credltors: amounts falling du• wlthln one year 2022 Total 2021 Total Accruals Deferred income 310 425 6.000 310 13. Analpls of fund8 Balance as In¢oming Outgolng Balance as at 01104121 resource8 re8ourc08 Tran8f•rs at 31103122 Unr98trlct funds 14,822 52,840 (29,570) 2,532 40,424 Re8trfctsd fund• Minibus appeal Unknown Totsl 1.967 2,532 4.499 1,967 2.532 (2,532) 1,967 Total 19 121 62,840 29,570 The brought foNiard balance of £2.532 was detemiined to be unrestricted funds, and therefore a transfer has been made to refiect this. 11