COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 17 Unrestricted funds The unrestricted fiJnds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific condttions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestn.cted funds by the truslees for specific purposes. At 1 April 2024 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers At 31 March 2025 General funds 186,608 81,530 182.224) {59.500) 126,414 Previous year: At 1 April 2023 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers At 31 March 2024 General funds 189,722 73.522 (76,636) 186,608 18 Designated Funds Designated funds are unrestricted funds that the trustees have sel aside for specific purposes. These designations are made to refiect the charity's slralegic priorilies and future commitments. Although these funds remain unrestricted, the trustees have chosen to eamiark them for the following uses.- Designated Fund Name urpose of Designation 025 Building Refurbishment Fund finance planned improvements to the charity, remises 5,000 IT Upgrade Fund o support the upgrade of IT infrastructure and ystems 9,500 Sustainabillty Fund o install 501ar pane15 .000 otal Designated Funds 9.500 The trustees rewew designated funds annually and may reallocate them depending on the charity's evolving needs and priorities. 19 Related party transactions There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2024- none). 17- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 14 Deferred in¢ome Deferred income comprises grants received in advan￿ of delivering the seNices required by the conditions of the grants. 2024 Balan￿ as at 1 April 2024 29,700 Amount released to incoming resources {29,7001 Amount deferred in the year 70,069 Balance as at 31 March 2025 70.069 1 S Retirement benefit schomes 2025 2024 Defined contribution schemes Charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes 2,825 2,342 The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assels of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund. 16 Restrictsd funds The restricted funds of the charty comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. At 1 April 2024 Incoming resources Resources At 31 March expended 2025 355.644 228.086 (201,795) 381,935 Previous year: At 1 April 2023 Incoming resources Resources At 31 March expended 2024 341,293 198,027 (183,676) 355,644 16- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 11 Tangible fixed assets Freehold land and buildings Plant and Fixtures and equipment fittings Total Cost l Fair value At 1 April 2024 Additions 395,000 135.338 32.577 2,952 562,915 2,952 At 31 March 2025 395,000 135,338 35,529 565,867 Depreciation and impaimient At 1 April 2024 Depreciation charged in the year 52.332 7,476 135.338 25.314 5.543 212,984 13,019 At 31 March 2025 59,808 135.338 30,857 226,003 Carrying amount At 31 March 2025 335,192 4,672 339,864 Al 31 March 2024 342,668 7.263 349.931 12 Debtor5 2025 2024 Amounts falling due within one year: Other debtors 1,745 745 13 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 202S 2024 Other taxation and social securty Trade creditors Other creditors 2,022 298 80,807 2.450 2,813 32,291 83,127 37,554 15- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Employees The average monthly number of employees during the year was.. 2025 Number 2024 Number Employment costs 2025 2024 Wages and salaries Social security costs Other pension costs 155,488 6,755 2,825 126,571 5,496 2,342 165,068 134,409 There were no employees whose annual remunerats'on was more than £60.000. Other Unrestricted Unrestricted funds funds 2025 2024 Bank charges 614 735 614 735 10 Taxation The charity Is exempt from lax on income and gains falling within section 505 of the Taxes Acl 1988 or section 252 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that these are applied to its charitable objects. 14- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Support costs Support Governance costs Costs 2025 Support Governance costs costs 2024 Cleaning Consultancy fees Light and heat Equipment expensed ICT maintenance Office expenses Rates and insurance Photocopier rental charge Sofvare Repairs Security Staff training Postage and stationery Temps and recruitment Telephone 4,510 1,764 10,408 2.001 1.195 821 4,439 1.138 255 478 983 1,668 1,319 4.510 1.764 10,408 2.001 1.195 821 4,439 1.138 255 478 983 1.668 1.319 3.559 2.400 11.410 232 1,400 448 4,649 787 115 7.094 1,041 1,901 1,588 80 2.548 3,559 2,400 11,410 232 1,400 448 4,649 787 115 7,094 1,041 1,901 1,588 80 2,548 3.088 3,088 Audit fees Legal and professional 2,982 69 2,982 69 2,821 180 2,821 180 34.068 3.051 37.119 39.252 3,001 42,253 Analysed betsveen Charitable activities 34.068 3,051 37,119 39.252 3,001 42,253 Net movement in funds 2025 2024 The net movement in funds is stated after chargingl{crediling}: Fees payable for the independenl examination of the chafity's financial statements Depreciation of owned tangible f￿ed assets 2,982 13,019 2,821 12,537 Trustses None of the trustees {or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefrts from the charity during the year. 13- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Donations and legacies {Continuedl Other income Unrestricted Unrestricted funds funds 2025 2024 Other operating income 6,821 2,833 Expenditure on ¢haritsble activities Charitable Charitable Expenditure Expenditure 2025 2024 DFrect costs Staff costs Depreciation and impaimient Community projects Training delivery 165,068 13,019 58,676 9.523 134,409 12,537 64,394 5,984 246,286 217,324 Share of support and govemance costs Isee note S) Support Governance 34,068 3.051 39,252 3,001 283,405 259,577 Analysis by fund Unrestricted funds Restricted funds 81,610 201,795 75,901 183,676 283,405 259,577 12- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Donations and legacies Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Totsl Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Total 202S 2025 2025 2024 2024 2024 Gran15 and fees 74,709 228,086 302,795 70,689 198,027 268,716 Grants receivable for Core activities SCC BHP Advice work BBC CIN BLF Canal & River Trust Fees - Stanfords Training Miscellaneou5 BBO Bridges Good Things Foundation Sandwell Council Sandwell Language Network SC CATS SCVO Vision 2030 SC Skills for Sandwell The National Express Foundation The Duke of Edinburgh's Award The Henry Smith SCC- COLT SCC- Research & Reconnect SCC - Advice work We Are Digital Training Ltd WDH (Wider Delerminants of Health) 15.984 15,984 15,292 18,375 29,062 76,609 15,292 18,375 29,062 76,609 600 1,100 5,276 12,092 30,099 72,879 30,099 72,879 610 610 600 1.100 5,276 12.092 3,178 4.200 3,000 140 3.178 4.200 3,000 29,924 29.784 5,394 5,394 16.475 1,299 16.475 1.299 6,449 17,491 8,500 6.449 17,491 8,500 21.050 21.050 4,000 4,000 700 32.600 16,445 700 32.600 16.445 10.500 10,500 15,465 15,465 13.836 13,836 17.661 19.937 19,937 17,661 4,715 4,715 325 325 18.140 18.140 74,709 228.086 302.795 70,689 198,027 268,716 11 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Accounting policies (Continued) 1.6 Tangible fixed assets Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequentty measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases= Freehold land and buildings Plant and equipment Fixtures and fittings 2.￿ on cost 25,/0 on cosl 200A on cosl The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is delermined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset. and is ￿cOgniSed in the statement of financial activities. 1.7 Impairnient of fixed assets Al each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of it5 tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impaimenl loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to detemiine the extent of the impairment loss lif any). 1.8 Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalenls indude cash in hand. deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities. 1.9 Taxation The charty is exempl from corporation tax on its charttable activities. 1.10 Employee benefits The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee's servi￿$ are received. Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonslrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee Of to prowde termination benefits. 1.11 Pension ¢osts and other post4etirement beneffts The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charitable company's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Finanaal Activities in the period to which they relate. 10- COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Accounting policies Charity inforniation Community Connecl Foundation is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is North Smethwick Resource Centre. Cambridge Road, Smelhwick, Birmingham, Wesl Midlands, B66 2HR. 1.1 Accounting convention The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Slandard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. I'FRS 102"} and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities. Slatement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Slandard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021" (effective 1 January 20191. The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements are prepared in slerling. which is the functional currency of the charrty. Monetary amounts in these financial statemenls are rounded to the nearest £. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below. 1.2 Going concem Al the time of approving the financial statements. the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources lo continue in operational existence for the foreseeable fulure. Thus the Iruslees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounling in preparing the financial statements. 1.3 Fund accounting Unrestricted Funds These are funds that are expendable at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the charity's objectives. Unrestricted funds include.. General Fund. Used for the day-to-day operation5 of the charity. Designated Funds.. Unrestricted funds that the trustees have earmarked for specific purposes. Restricted Funds Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the noles lo the financial statement5. 1.4 Income All income is recognised in the Slalement of Financial Activities On￿ the charity has entrtlemenl lo Ihe funds, il is probable Ihal the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably. 1.5 Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or conslructive obligation committing the harity lo that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic beneffts will be required in settlemenl and the amount of the obligalion can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to actiwtie5 on a basis wnsislent with the use of resoLJrces. COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION BALANCE SHEET AS AT31 MARCH 2025 2025 2024 Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 11 339,864 349,931 Current assets Debtor5 Cash at bank and in hand 12 1.745 309,367 745 229,130 311.112 229,875 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 13 {83.12n {37,554) Net current assets 227,985 192,321 Total assets less current liabilities 567,849 542,252 The funds ofthe charity Designated funds Restricted funds Unrestrrcted funds 18 16 17 59.500 381,935 126.414 355,644 186,608 567,849 542,252 The company is enlitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the CompaniesAcl 2006, for the year ended 31 March 2025. The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Art 2006 with respect lo accounting records and the preparation of financial statements. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476. These financial stalemenls have been prepared in accordance wtth the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The financial slatemenls were approved by the trustee5 on 27 October 2025 Nasir Uddin Trustee Company regislration number 03796674 (England and Wales) COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (CONTINUED) INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Priorfinancial year Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2024 2024 Totsl 2024 Notes Income and endowments from". Donations and legacies Other income 70,689 2,833 198,027 268,716 2,833 Total income 73,522 198,027 271,549 Ex enditure on: Charitable activilies 75,901 183.676 259,577 Other 735 735 Total expendlture 76,636 183,676 260,312 Net loutgoingllincoming resources before transfers (3,114) 14.351 11,237 Net lexpenditurellincome for the yearl Net movement in funds (3.114) 14,351 11,237 Fund balances al 1 April 2023 189.722 341,293 531,015 Fund balances at 31 March 2024 186.608 355.644 542.252 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Current financial year Unrestricted Designated Restricted funds funds funds Total Total 2025 2025 2025 2025 2024 Notes Income and end0%￿nents from: Donations and legacies Other income 74,709 6,821 228,086 302.795 6.821 268,716 2,833 Total income 81,530 228.086 309,616 271,549 nditure on: Charitable activities 81,610 201,795 283,405 259,577 Bank charges 614 614 735 Total expenditure 82,224 201.795 284,019 260,312 Net loutgoing}lincoming resources before transfers {694) 26,291 25,597 11,237 Net loutgoingllincoming resources before transfers (694) 26.291 25.597 11,237 Gross transfers belween funds (59,500) 59,500 Net {expenditurellincome for the yearl Net movement in funds (60.194) 59.500 26,291 25,597 11,237 Fund balances al 1 April 2024 186.608 355,644 542,252 531,015 Fund balances at 31 March 2025 126,414 59,500 381.935 567,849 542,252 The statement of financial activities indudes all gains and losses recognised in the year. The ststement of financial aciivities also complies with Ihe requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006. COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION report lo the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Community Connect Foundation (the charity) for the year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the trustees of the charity {and also its directors for the purposes of company lawl, you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of Ihe Companies Act 2006. Having satisfied myself that the financial stalements of the chanty are not required lo be audrted under Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the charity's financial statements carried out under seclion 145 of the Charities Acl 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515}(bl of the Charities Act 2011. Independent examinerfs statement Since the charity s gross income exceeded £250.000, the independent examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. 1 confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, which is one of Ihe listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have coffle to my attention in connection with the examinatiori giving me cause to believe that in any material respect". accounting records were not kept in respect of the charty as required by section 386 of the Companies Acl 2006. the financial statements do not accord with those records- or the financial statements do not comply with the accounling requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 other than any requirement that the financial slatements give a tnje and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.. or the financial statements have not been prepared in accordance wilh the methods and principles of the Slalemenl of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities applicable lo charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102). I have no concems and have come across no other matters in conneclion with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached. Mohammed Yaseen ACCA Soho House 362- 364 Soho Road Birmingham B219QL 27 October 2025 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Financial review Overall, Community Connect Foundation ha5 raised fijnds lolalling £309,616 with the expenditure for the year lotalling £284,019 leaving the organisation wllh a surplus of £25,597. This leaves £567,849 in our funds to be carried forward at 31 March 2025. Reserves policy The Trustees have established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets I'lhe free reserves,) held by the charity should be approximately six months of the resources expended. The board has decided to increase free reserves to create suffirjent funds lo pay for any future redundancy settlements. Structure, governance and management Governing document The charily is controlled by its goveming document. a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the CompaniesAct 2006. The trustees. who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were.. BashirAhmed Shomsur Khan Muhammad Miah Abdur Rohman Taz Uddin Salah Uddin Nasir Uddin Zamal Ahmed Dr Nazmul Hussain Arafatur Rahman Shah Ali {Appoinled 17 July 2025) {Appoinled 17 July 2025) (Appointed 17 July 2025) Statement of trustees responsibilities The trustees, who are also the direclors of Community Connect Foundation for the purpose of company law, are responsible for preparing the Trustees Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Ac￿pted Accounling Practice). The trustees report was approved by the Board of Trustees. Nasir Uddin Trustee 27 October 2025 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Youth development.. This year also marked a key milestone in our youth development efforts. We launched several innovative initiatives aimed at enriching skills and fostering a slrong community spirit among young people. These included engaging football sessions that promote fitness. teamwork. and discipline, water sports. Successful completion of Ouf Duke of Edinburgh (DOE) leadership programme, offenng youth valuable leadership skills and opportunities to undertake meaningful community service projects seen 13 young people achieve their accreditation certificate, and six partial completions. Our youth dubs, provides a safe and creative environment. offer weekly gatherings for 50aalising and recreational adivities, and structured issue based delivery of outcome based services. Our holiday programmes were very popular with younger Servi￿ u5er5. Overall, over 140 young people participated in this area of our work, with high daily participalion numbers. experiencing personal growth and development that will benefit them now and in the future. The difference the chaiity's perforniance durin9 the year has made to the beneficiaries of the charity We have delivered a range of aclivilies and services thal have significantly improved our communities. positively impacting individuals and families. A key initiative brought together isolated individuals. new settlers. and long- standing residents, fostering social capitsl crucial for a cohesive. resilient community. Our advice service helped benefciafies tackle financial and housing issues by guiding them through welfare benefits, granls, and schemes, increasing household income5. We provided emefgency food resources. supporting well-being, and offered financial literacy training to improve money management. We pnoritised developing soft skills through various training courses, enhanang literacy. numeracy, digrtal skills, and industry-specific knowledge, boosting confidence and employability. Part￿CIpanIS advanced to further training or gained employabilty skills via volunteer placements, which proved Iransformalive. Securing employment foslers financial independence, benefits the local economy, and improves menlal and physical health. Our youth development programme offers tailored support for young people facing challenges. equipping them wtth skills and confidence for the future. nurturing future leaders, and fostering a vibrant, resilient community- Degree to which the achievements and perfomiance during the year have benefited wider society Our communities were severely impacted by the pandemic and Ihe rising cost of living crisis. which increased individual and household povety. leaving many struggling to make ends meet as their finances shrank. In response, our seNices became a vital lifeline, offering reassurance and essential support during this challenging period. We diligently assisled clients in navigating welfare benefits to ensure Ihey received the support they were entitled to. Additionally, we provided tailored budgeling workshops lo help families reduce expenses and guided beneficiaries in improving their health and well- being. Our goal was not only to relieve immediate financial pressures bul also to empower clients toward greater independence and personal growth. Recognising the urgent need for employment opportunities, we developed a labour market support program to prepare individuals for work. We offered reSoUr￿S such as CV writing workshops, interview coaching. and job placement services. helping many secure meaningfijl employments. For young people, we organised engaging activities lo foster civic responsibilty. raise awareness of socielal issues, and promote educational and career aspirations. With the continued support of our funders, we quIc￿Y adapted our serVI￿S lo meet the community's changing needs. Our dedicated staff received Iraining to develop new skills suited to these conditions, enabling us to build innovative partnerships wrth other organisations and slakeholders. Through these efforts, we achieved a significant impact. reaching a diverse range of beneficiaries with different backgrounds and abilities. Our work contributed to slabilising the community by increasing household incomes and enhancing individuals, skills and capacity for independent living. We also focused on both physical and mental health, helping beneficiaries adopt healthier lifestyles and better manage health condilions. Importantly, our indusive initiatives fostered community cohesion. creating a sense of belonging and social capital. By promoting unity. collaboration, and aspiration, we ernpowered individuals and families to work together towards improving their circumstance5 and building a brightei future foi themselves and their neighbours. COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS, REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 Achievements and perfomiance The main achievements and perforniance of the charity during the year Throughoul the year, we provided a comprehensive range of inlerconnected supportive Services and capacity building inilialives aimed al empowering Ouf benefiuanes. Participants benefited from engaging in multiple activities across different work areas as they progressed. Over 1.350 participanls accessed our services across various initiatives this year, each attending structured programmes or courses, or accessing specific services, often requiring repeat visils to resolve. We are delighted lo share Ihat 98°/0 of our beneficiaries fell satisfied with our services. Of these, 7 /0 agreed they were simply satisfied, while an impressive 91°A felt strongly satisfied. They also shared that these services had a posilive impacl on them. This wonderftjl feedback truly showcases the effectiveness of our wide range of offerings and reaffirms our heartfelt commitment to continuously meeting the needs of our community beneficiaries. Advice.. In our ongoing efforts to address the challenges associated with the economic downlum and rising living costs. we have provided both generalist and specialist advice and support services aimed at assisting individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. We have supported over 805 individuals with vanous needs, including welfare benefits, housing, and immigration. 2,303 separate matters registered requiring over 3,700 visils. Our dedicated advocacy for welfare benefits and anti-poverty remain a key seNice area and, in much demand, resulting in a nel income of over £477,000 for individuals and families. This financial assistance is crucial in helping holiseholds manage economic drfficulties and enhance their quality of life. Additionally. some households benefited from savings on costs, such as immigration fees through immigralion fee waiver applications for low-income families and provided guidance on effective budgeting pradi￿S to enable beneficiaries to manage their money more efficiently. Our team has facilitated access to grant schemes to prowde addrtional support during challenging times. Moreover, we have connected beneficiaries wilh essential services including food banks, clothing banks, and housing associations, ensuring our residents receive comprehensive supporl to address immediate needs and foster long-term stability. Foundation Leaming programme.. has shown signfficant success in building capacty and advancing personal dèvelopment. Participants have demonstrated a proactive approach to skill enhancement through engagemenl in the programme, showing strong commilmenl to leaming and professional growth. During the programme, 195 learners registered for courses, with some completing more than one. resulting in a total of 325 units delivered, and digital skills units being the highest. Courses ranged in GLH hours from 8 to 96 hours and induded self-guided online learning lunites}. Our accredited courses induded ESOL Levels 1 and 2. Food Safety and Hygiene Level 2, and First Aid training. Employment support.- This year. our organisation made signtficant progress in providing comprehensive employment support to over 405 beneficiaries. 17 beneficiaries secured voluntary work, gaining valuable experience and contributing lo their communilies. To further boost employabiltty, we organi5ed and conducted 46 Iwo-hour Work club sessions, where participanls carried out job search or supported with job search, shared skills. and discussed job search slrategies. Beyond group work, we prioritised individual support, helping beneficiaries develop vilal digital skills required in today's job market, training for Inte￿ieW preparation. Health and wellbeing= recognising the lasting impact of the pandemic on mental and physical health, our health and wellbeing programmes have been essential in supporting individuals lo recover and build resilience. This year. 326 luniquel participants engaged in our wellbeing workshops andlor exercise sessions, and across all activities, we registered over 500 participants. Delivery includes workshops (on mental health, physical wellbeing, dietary needs, living with chronic conditions), walking. water sports. football, and therapeutic sessions. all designed lo facilitate holistic recovery and enhance quality of life. Feedback from partI￿pantS underlines the importance of these services in strengthening resilience and community bonds. COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION TRUSTEES REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 The trustee5 present their annual report and financial ststements for the year ended 31 March 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance wtth the accounting policie5 Set out in note 1 to the financial slalements and comply with Ihe charity's goveming documenl, the Companies Act 2006 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Slalement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance wilh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102)" {effective 1 January 2019)- Objectives and aims To prornote any charitable purpose ft)r the communty within the West Midlands wtth a particular referen￿ to the district of Smethwick and in particular, but without prejudice to the generality of the forgoing, disadvantaged communities with particular regard lo Bangladeshis residing in the area of beneffi to relieve poverty and sickness, lo advance education and to provide faalities for recreation and other leisure time occupation with the object of improving the condition of life of the said communities. Charitable activities Main activities undertaken in relation to those purposes during the year We have delivered a comprehensive programme aligned with the needs of our communities and in accordance with the objectives of our charity. Our primary areas of focus indude", 1} Advice SeMce- A comprehensive advice service that covers assistance with welfare benefits & council tax claims, housing matters, consumer-related concems, immigration matters. ger)eral inquiries, and access to government grant schemes to alleviate household poverty- 2) Foundation Learning- We delivered a range of engagement, skills and capacity-building programmes, sector specific training, and accredited and unaccrediled courses. 3) Employment Support.. Our employment support serwces offer career advice. job market insights, personal development, and guidance for career progression. We provided support with job searching, completing applications, preparing for interviews, writing Cvs, and a labour market preparation program. 4) Health and VVellbeing- We offered gentle and active indoor and outdoor exercises including Zumba, healthy walks, bike riding, and relaxing sessions like Yoga. Addilionally, delivered mental heaRh and nutrltion workshops, coffee moming discussions, support for chronic cOn￿￿-0ns. digital heatth lileracy and access heallh and wellbeing services. 5) Youth Development.. We provided a comprehensive range of activilies for young people, which included structured youth club sessions for both boys and gids. initiatives focused on health and wellbeing, a leadership development program, career counselling. and educational advice & support. 6) Volunteering opportunities.. We continue lo support the development of skills and competencies through volunteering opportunities provided at CCF or with partner organisations. 7) Events & celebrations: We organised engagement events.. community trips and community events lo encourage community participation and foster a sense of belonging. Public benefit The charity is a public benefft enity and the trustees confimi that they have refeffed to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefrt when reviewing the charities aims and objectives. Main activities undertaken during the year contribute lo charity's purpose for the public benefil. COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION CONTENTS Page Trustees report Independent examinerfs report Staternent of financial activrties Balance sheet Notes to the finanaal statements 9-17 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION Trustees BashirAhmed Shomsur Khan Muhammad Miah Abdur Rohman Taz Uddin Salah Uddin Nasir Uddin Zafflal Ahmed Dr Nazmul Hussain Arafatur Rahman Shah Ali {Appointed 17 July 20251 {Appointed 17 July 2025) {Appointed 17 July 2025) Secretary Abdur Rohman Charity number (England and Wales) 1083405 Company numbor 03796674 Registered office North Smelhwick Resour￿ Centre Cambridge Road Smethwick Bimiingham West Midlands 866 2HR Independent examiner Mohammed Yaseen ACCA Soho House 362 - 364 Soho Road Birmingham 8219QL Charity registration number 108340S (England and Wales) Company registration number 03796674 COMMUNITY CONNECT FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025