Charity number: 1067498
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
UNAUDITED
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
CONTENTS
| Page | |
|---|---|
| Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers | 1 |
| Trustees' report | 2 - 4 |
| Independent examiner's report | 5 |
| Statement of financial activities | 6 |
| Balance sheet | 7 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 8 - 16 |
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
Trustees Barbara Allen Anna Nikolic, Chair John Moore, Secretary Jean Frazer Karen Caterer-Stentifold Ivan House, Treasurer (appointed 13 September 2020)
Charity registered number 1067498 Principal office 236 Pampisford Road South Croydon CR2 6DB
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the Croydon Animal Samaritans for the year 1 January 2020 to 31 December 2020.
Objectives and activities
a. Policies and objectives
The primary objective of the Croydon Animal Samaritans (CAS) is to relieve the suffering of animals. The mission of CAS is to help in as many animals as can be properly cared for, restore them to health and, where possible, find them good new homes or provide sanctuary and safety for life.
In setting objectives and planning for activities, the Trustees have given due consideration to general guidance published by the Charity Commission relating to public benefit, including the guidance 'Public benefit: running a charity (PB2)'.
b. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
The financial year ended 31 December 2020 continued to show why this charity is so important in the community in which it serves. Our members and supporters showed how much the charity means to them through their generosity in terms of donations, gifts, legacies and event participation. They continue to challenge us to ensure the charities longevity and progression.
Preserving the financial security of the charity remains one of our main priorities alongside relieving the suffering of animals. Significant financial support continues to come from generous benefactors who recognise CAS in their wills. Whilst these legacies are gratefully received, they are also unpredictable in nature. Therefore, the management team and trustees continue to focus on generating income in other ways and carefully managing costs to ensure CAS can continue to offer ahaven for animals in the long term.
Our activities were constantly reviewed against those priorities of animal welfare and financial security. A more focused approach on fund raising led the charity to increase use of social media and increase the volume of grant applications, both of which have laid solid foundations for the future. As a result of these efforts and others, income derived from sales of godds and fundraising was up on 2019.
Achievements and performance
Whilst this report relates to our 2020 financial statements it is important to note the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on our financial security and ability to meet our objectives. The full financial effects of this will not be known for some time, but with our charity shop closed trading income was greatly lower in 2020. However the closure was taken as an opportunity to brighten up the exterior and interior of the shop, and make a start on getting a system implemented whereby gift aid can be claimed on shop sales.
The hard work of our colleagues and volunteers is extremely appreciated by the trustees, and by our animals who ultimately benefit greatly from the care and love given to them.
The table below shows Total Re-Homed animals during 2020 and first half of 2021:
| Species | 2020 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Cats | 443 | 212 |
| Dogs | 4 | 5 |
| Rabbits | 1 | 2 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
Financial review
a. Going concern
After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in the accounting policies.
b. Reserves policy
Reserves at the year end were £266,317 (2019: £285,955). The trustees view this level as necessary for the charity to continue fulfilling its objectives should any income generating activities be temporarily curtailed, and the unpredictability of some income streams. The charity would not wish for the reserves to fall below £100,000 which is approximately six months of running costs. The policy of the charity is to also continue to build the reserves so that they are available to further develop the objects of the charity when required.
c. Financial position
The Statement of Financial Actvities shows a deficit for the year of £19,638 (2019: Deficit of £53,046). Reserves stand at £266,317 (2019: £285,955).
d. Principal risks and uncertainties
The Board have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed in particular those relating to the operation and finance of the charity. Although we are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate the charity's exposure to major risk, financial controls are constantly reviewed and improvements have been made during 2020.
The Trustees are aware of the potential economic and social effects of Covid-19 virus outbreak. The full impact of the pandemic on the UK economy is being seen. The charity will continue to seek to mitigate the risk by following the UK Government's guidelines and adapting/developing its own internal strategy.
Structure, governance and management
a. Constitution
Croydon Animal Samaritans is a registered charity, number 1067498, and is constituted under a Trust deed.
b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees
The management of the Charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of the Trust deed.
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CROYDON ANIMAL 8AMARifANS TRUSTEES. REPORT {CONTINUEDI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020 statement of Trustses. r•sponsibilitkn• The Trustees afe reSpSib for preparry the TfUStees' feix)rt and financial statements in accordance Mlh applicable law and United ngd AcLnting Standa3 Iunited Kingdom Generally Accepted Accountlng PractK¢l. The law ptIe to charities in Engband & Wa$ requires thè Tntsleès lo prepare finandal statements for each fnancial year which give a true and fair view of the stale of affairs of the Charity and of ils Incoming resources and applicab.on of SoUrCes. including ils incomè and expendrture. for that perh)d. In preparing these financial stslemenls, the Trustees are required lo.. select suitable aeeounting Fh)licie5 and then apply them constslently. observe the methods and pnnupbes of the Charities SORP IFRS 102}'. make judgements and accounting eslimales that are reasonable and pnjdenl,. stale whether applicable UK Accounling Standards IFRS 1021 have been followed. 8ubject lo any materlal departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements- prepare the financial statements on the wing c•rthm basis unl8$$1116 Inapyopriate to presume that the Charity will continue in buwne55. The Trustees are iesponsible lor kw¥ng adequate accounting record8 that are suffic to show and explain the Charity's transactions and disclose wilh rea5ae aC1raCY al any lime Ihe fanual positic of the Charity and enable Ihem lo ensure that ihe financial slalemenls ccnply wtth Ihe Charilies Acl 2011. the Charity {Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2CQ8 and the wovisK)ns ol the Trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charlty and hence for tak reasonatr steps lor the we¥enlth oTh1 d8te¢tN)n of fraud and other Irregularit$. Apkyoved by order of tt* Mtsel5 of the board of Trlee$ M 8 Jlme 2022 and $1gneO Iheir behall ty. Ivan House Trustee Page 4
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020 Independent examlnerfs report to thg Trustoes of Croydon Anlmal Samarltans (Ihg Charw) I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Ch2rtty for the year end&J 31 December 2020. Responslbllltles and basls of report As the Trustees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance wblh the requirements of the charrt.tes Act 2011 I'the 2011 Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the Charitys accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Acl and in carrwng out my examination I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145{5)Ib) of the 2011 Act. Independent examlnetrs sL*ement Your attention is drawn to the fact that the Charity has prepared Ihe accounts in accordance wth Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Slatemenl ol Recommended Practice applicable lo charities preparing their accounts in accordan with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 in preference to the Accounling and Reporting by Charities: Statement ol Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 whtth is referred to in the extant regulations but has been withdraw. l understand that Ihis has been done in order for the accounts to provide a true and fair view in accordall with the Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting perÉods beginning on or after 1 January 2015. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any malerial respect.. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Chartty as required by section 130 of the 2011 Act,. or the accounts do not a(xord with those records: or the accounts do not comply wth the applirAble requirements nCerning the form and content of accour set out in the Charities {Accounls and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a Irue and faiv vi8w which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no COnmS and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attenlK)n should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understsnding of the accounts to be reached. This report is made solely to the Charity's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Chaiities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the Charivs Trustees those matters l am required to slate to them in an Independent examinerfs report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent pemittted by law. I do not accept or assume responsibilily to anyone olher than the Charity and th8 Charitys Trustees as a body. for my work or for this report. Signed: Dated.. 8 June 2022 an Rowe ACA 13 walla Crescent, Carshalton, SM5 3SU Page 5
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
| Note Income from: Donations and legacies 3 Charitable activities 4 Other trading activities 5 Investments 6 Other income 7 Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds 8 Charitable activities 9 Total expenditure Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Net movement in funds Total funds carried forward |
SM5 3SU. 2020 £ 98,742 36,206 24,684 1,083 13,775 |
Total funds 2020 £ 98,742 36,206 24,684 1,083 13,775 |
Total funds 2019 £ 79,150 19,843 39,027 4,014 17,722 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174,490 | 174,490 |
159,756 |
|
4,233 189,895 |
4,233 189,895 |
6,644 206,158 |
|
| 194,128 | 194,128 |
212,802 |
|
(19,638) |
(19,638) |
(53,046) |
|
285,955 (19,638) |
285,955 (19,638) |
339,001 (53,046) |
|
| 266,317 | 266,317 |
285,955 |
The Statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The notes on pages 8 to 16 form part of these financial statements.
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CROYDON ANIIAAL SAMARrrANS BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2020 2020 2079 Note Flxed •u•ts Tangible assets 13 9.484 8, 723 9.484 8, 723 Currenl asset• Cash al bank and in hand 270,684 277,232 270,684 277,232 Creditcffs.. amounts falling due wlhin one year 14 113.851) Net current assets 256,833 277.232 Total assèts lesg ¢urr•nt liabilltlos 266,317 285,955 Net assets excludlng p•nslon asset 266.317 285,955 Total net assets Charity funds Unrestrmxed funds 15 266.317 285,955 Tolal funds The financial statements were apFKoved aThJ authcrised issue by the TNslees on 8 June 2022 and signed on they behalf by. Ivan House Trustee The notes on pages 8 to 16 fomi part of these financial slalements. Page 7
CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
1. General information
Croydon Animal Samaritans is a registered charity. The registered number of the charity is 1067498 and its principal address is 236 Pampisford Road, South Croydon, CR2 6DB.
2. Accounting policies
2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'true and fair' view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fair' view. This departure has involved following the Charities SORP (FRS 102) published in October 2019 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn.
Croydon Animal Samaritans meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.
2.2 Income
All income is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
The recognition of income from legacies is dependent on establishing entitlement, the probability of receipt and the ability to estimate with sufficient accuracy the amount receivable. Evidence of entitlement to a legacy exists when the Charity has sufficient evidence that a gift has been left to them (through knowledge of the existence of a valid will and the death of the benefactor) and the executor is satisfied that the property in question will not be required to satisfy claims in the estate. Receipt of a legacy must be recognised when it is probable that it will be received and the fair value of the amount receivable, which will generally be the expected cash amount to be distributed to the Charity, can be reliably measured.
Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.
Other income is recognised in the period in which it is receivable and to the extent the goods have been provided or on completion of the service.
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.3 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.
Expenditure on raising funds includes all expenditure incurred by the Charity to raise funds for its charitable purposes and includes costs of all fundraising activities events and non-charitable trading.
Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the Charity's objectives, as well as any associated support costs.
All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.
2.4 Interest receivable
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the Charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the institution with whom the funds are deposited.
2.5 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets costing £NIL or more are capitalised and recognised when future economic benefits are probable and the cost or value of the asset can be measured reliably.
Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. All costs incurred to bring a tangible fixed asset into its intended working condition should be included in the measurement of cost.
Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of tangible fixed assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, .
Depreciation is provided on the following basis:
Fixtures and fittings - 13% reducing balance Office equipment - 20% straight line
2.6 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.7 Liabilities and provisions
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably.
Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the Charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide.
Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised in the Statement of financial activities as a finance cost.
2.8 Financial instruments
The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
2.9 Fund accounting
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.
3. Income from donations and legacies
| Donations Legacies |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 27,712 71,030 |
Total funds 2020 £ 27,712 71,030 |
Total funds 2019 £ 49,902 29,248 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98,742 | 98,742 | 79,150 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
4. Income from charitable activities
| Income from charitable activities - Animal welfare and rehoming |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 36,206 |
Total funds 2020 £ 36,206 |
Total funds 2019 £ 19,843 |
|---|---|---|---|
5. Income from other trading activities Income from fundraising events
| Shop income Investment income Rent income Interest received |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 24,684 |
Total funds 2020 £ 24,684 |
Total funds 2019 £ 39,027 |
|---|---|---|---|
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 850 233 |
Total funds 2020 £ 850 233 |
Total funds 2019 £ 3,400 614 |
|
| 1,083 | 1,083 | 4,014 |
6. Investment income
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
7. Other incoming resources
| Other income Gift aid |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 8,055 5,720 |
Total funds 2020 £ 8,055 5,720 |
Total funds 2019 £ 564 17,158 17,722 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13,775 | 13,775 |
| 8. Expenditure on raising funds Costs of raising voluntary income Fund raising service Fundraising trading expenses Shop rates Shop utilities Till rental, services and depreciation Parking permits Commercial waste removal Shop expenses Shop Assistant |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 216 |
Total funds 2020 £ 216 |
Total funds 2019 £ 241 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 501 1,329 231 - - 906 1,050 |
Total funds 2020 £ 501 1,329 231 - - 906 1,050 |
Total funds 2019 £ 178 1,183 - 312 1,581 - 3,149 |
|
| 4,017 | 4,017 |
6,403 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
9. Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities
Summary by fund type
| Animal welfare and rehoming | Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 189,895 |
Total funds 2020 £ 189,895 |
Total funds 2019 £ 206,158 |
|---|---|---|---|
10. Analysis of expenditure by activities
| Animal welfare and rehoming | Activities undertaken directly 2020 £ 179,595 |
Support costs 2020 £ 10,300 |
Total funds 2020 £ 189,895 |
Total funds 2019 £ 206,158 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
11. Support costs
| Insurance Repairs and maintenance Depreciation Computer expenses Accountancy Sundry expenses |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 348 4,540 1,375 - 2,995 1,042 |
Total funds 2020 £ 348 4,540 1,375 - 2,995 1,042 |
Total funds 2019 £ 1,577 443 849 90 2,879 2,960 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10,300 | 10,300 | 8,798 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
12. Trustees' remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2019 - £NIL-) .
During the year ended 31 December 2020, expenses totalling £45,141 were reimbursed to six trustees relating to fostering and shop expenses. (2019 - £NIL) .
13. Tangible fixed assets
| Cost or valuation At 1 January 2020 Additions At 31 December 2020 Depreciation At 1 January 2020 Charge for the year At 31 December 2020 Net Book Value At 31 December 2020 At 31 December 2019 |
Fixtures and fittings £ 10,914 1,587 |
Fixtures and fittings £ 10,914 1,587 |
Office equipment £ - 686 |
Total £ 10,914 2,273 |
Total £ 10,914 2,273 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12,501 |
686 |
13,187 |
|||
| 2,191 1,375 |
- 137 |
2,191 1,512 |
|||
| 3,566 |
137 |
3,703 | |||
| 8,935 | 549 - |
9,484 | |||
| 8,723 | 8,723 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
14. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
| Trade creditors | 2020 £ 13,851 |
2019 £ - |
|---|---|---|
15. Statement of funds
Statement of funds - current year
| Unrestricted funds General Funds - all funds Statement of funds - prior year Unrestricted funds General Funds - all funds |
Balance at 1 January 2020 £ 285,955 Balance at 1 January 2019 £ 339,001 |
Income £ Expenditure £ 174,490 (194,128) Income £ Expenditure £ 159,756 (212,802) |
Balance at 31 December 2020 £ 266,317 |
|---|---|---|---|
Balance at 31 December 2019 £ 285,955 |
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CROYDON ANIMAL SAMARITANS
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2020
16. Analysis of net assets between funds
Analysis of net assets between funds - current period
| Tangible fixed assets Current assets Creditors: amounts falling due within one year |
Unrestricted funds 2020 £ 9,484 270,684 (13,851) |
Total funds 2020 £ 9.484 270,684 (13,851) |
|---|---|---|
| 266,317 | 266,317 |
Analysis of net assets between funds - prior period
| Tangible fixed assets Current assets |
Unrestricted funds 2019 £ 8,723 277,232 |
Total funds 2019 £ 8,723 277,232 |
|---|---|---|
| 285,955 | 285,955 |
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