Charity number: 1089306
FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
TRUSTEES. REPORT AND UNAUDITED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2023

FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
Contents
Page
Referen￿ and administrative details of the charity,
its trustees, and advisers
Trustees, ￿port
Chairman's report
Independent examiner's report
Statement of financial activities
Balance sheet
Notes to the financial statements
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY,
ITS TRUSTEESAND ADVISERS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Trustees
Dr David Scot¢ Chainnan
Helen Searle
Christopher Stebbing, Treasurer
Simon Baer (Appointed 19th August 2022)
Andrew Hicks (ApFK)inted 19th August 2022)
Chantal Mfilson (Appointed 14th October 2022)
Dr lan &)ugh (Appointed 1211 April 2023)
Christine Field (Retired 12th December 2022)
Daphne Slator (Rebred 5th sept￿nber 2022)
Charity number
1089306
Principal office
The Granary,
Cornfords Yard,
High Street,
Uckfield,
East Sussex,
TN22 1 RJ
Independent Examiner
Simon Barden Bsc FCCA
The Vicarage,
Old HeathfEId,
Heathfield.
East Susse& TN219AB
Bankers
CAF Bank Limited
Kings Hill
West Malling
Kent
ME19 4TA
Metro Bank PLC
One Southampton Row
London
1B5HA
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
TRUSTEES, REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of Friends of Sussex Hospices (the
charity) for the year ended 31 March 2023. The Trustees confirm that the Annual Report and financial statements
of the charity comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charity's governing document
and the provisions of the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordan￿ with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (as amended for accounting periods commencing 1 January 2019).
Structure, govemance, and management
Constitution
The management of the charty is the responsibilty of the Trustees who are elected and cwpted under the terms
of the Declaration of Trust, which was adopted in August 2001 and amended in June 2012.
Method of appointment or election of Trustses
The charity's constitution requires at least th￿e trustees. Upon the resignation of any of the cUr￿nt trustees, the
remaining trustees will invite nominations for new trustees. These nominations would be voted on at a Special
Meeting of the Trustees and the appointrnent would be made at this meeting. The charity has a sUc￿Ssion policy
ensuring the Board of Trustees has the right skills mix. The Board of Trustees maintains a skills matrix of all Trustees
to identify any shortfall in desired competencies.
The Trustees of the charity meet at least four times a year to discuss all aspects and functions of the charity.
Decisions regarding the charty are made by the TrUSt￿S at these meetings. The volunteers of the charity are
organised through the Friends of Sussex HospI￿S Management Committee, which consists of members appointed
to the committee with particular areas of responsibility for events and their support with a chairman appointed and
approved by the Board of Trustees.
Objectives and Actlvities
Friends of Sussex HospI￿S is a charity whose objects are to raise funds and invite and encourage contributions to
relieve patients of hoSpi￿S which treat patients in Sussex arKI to support the charitable work of these hospices.
In setting objectives and planning for activities. the Trustees have given due consideration to general guidan
published by the Chaiity Commission relating to public benefit They have also considered the Charity Govemance
Code; actions were noted, followed through, and will be kept under review by the G0Veman￿ Committee. The
Trustees embrace the challenges set down in the document
Achievements and perforniance
The charity through its programme of fvnd-raising activities during the year raised a total of incoming resources
amounting to £202,395 (2022: £101,809). These included donations of £137,174 (2022". £74,750) and legacies which
amounted to £168 (2022: £5,000).
The contribution made by all our supporters enabled £160,000 (2022: £120,000) to be distributed to the hoSpi￿S
during the year.
Financial review and Reserves policy
The Trustees consider that, to safeguard and maintain the operation of the charity's activities, the charity's funds
should be sufficient in the trustees, view to enable contractual commitments to future events to be
met in full and any costs of ending current operations. As of 31 March 2023, the charity had fvnds of
£22,389 (2022: £16,2￿) which in the Tnjstees, VIEW exceed the level required.
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
TRUSTEES. REPORT (continued)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Covid-19
Due to government restrictions to combat the Covid-19 pandemic during the period 2020 to 2022, the Trustees had
to curtail the number of events. As the charity is run by volunteers, including the Trustees, most of its costs relate to
specific events it holds and if these were cancelled or postponed only minimal costs were incurred and there have
been no ongoing cOnsequen￿S on costs or for the charity generalty.
Going Concern
INhilst the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been continualty assessed by the TrUSt￿s, so far as reasonably
possible, due to its Unpre￿dented impact on the economy it is difficult to evaluate with any certainty the potential
outcomes on the Charity's future activities. However. taking into consideration the Charity's reserves, the Trustees
believe that the Charity will be able to continue in operational existen￿ for the fores￿able fvture, and therefore
have adopted the going con￿rn basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
Trustees. responsibilities statement
The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees, report and the financial statements in accordance with
applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting
Practice).
The law applicable to charities in England & Wales requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements ft)r each
financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources
and application of resources of the chaiity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are
required to".
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the
charity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the
charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and
enable them to ensure that the financial ststements compty with the Charities Act 2011 . the Charity (Accounts and
Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the
assets of the charity and hen￿ for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other
irregularities.
This reF)Ort was a
y the Trustees on
, 2023 and signed on their behalf by:
Dr David Scott,
Chaimian
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Our fundraising activities during the year made a steady and slow recovery. Despite the additional challenge of the
'Cost of Living Crisis,, the Friends of Sussex Hospices (FSH) continued to raise money to support the provision of
hospice care in the counties of East and West Sussex.
In October 2022 the trustees appointed Chris Lawson to the role of Head of Fundraising and Management and
Chairman of the Management Committee. He brings a wealth of experience and is well connected with the business
community through his role in the Uckfield Chamber of Commerce.
During the year Daphne Slator and Christine Field stepped down as trustees, having completed their temis of office,
and Simon Baer and Andrew Field were appointed as new trustees. Chantal Wilson retumed as a trustee, with a
view of taking over as Chairman of the Govemance Committee, as it was felt inappropriate for this role to be tsken
by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees.
The Board of Trustees met regularly during the year and several fund-raising events were held.
For the first time, the Gruffalo Event was held over bNo days at Framfield Grange, courtesy of Kathy Gore, and raised
over £7,000. The Christmas Fair moved to a new venue at the East Sussex National Resort successfully raising
£10.000. A black-tie Dinner and auction at Buxted Park Hotel in February raised £18.000. The Mega March Hospice
Quiz this year was organised by The Alliance of Chambers in East Sussex (ACES), on behalf of FSH, and raised
over £2,000.
People have been kept in touch with the progress of the charity during the year by email, social media. and the
website.
Despite the reduction in traditional fundraising activities, a total of £166,189 (2022 - £88,639) was raised enabling us
to distribute £160,000 (2022 - £120,000) to the hospices during the year. Once again over 750A of this total has
come in the form of grants, donations and in memoriam contributions from individuals. groups, and trusts.
It has been another challenging year but one which has confirmed that the fvndraising activities of FSH are
appreciated, and its continuation is supported by the hoSpi￿S and people in Sussex.
My thanks go to all my fellow trustees and all our supporters for their continued generosity and the effort which they
have made to raise funds and help to raise much-needed funds for the hoSpi￿S in Sussex.
David J Scott
Chairman of the Board of Trustees
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF FRIENDS OF SUSSEXHOSPICES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
I report on the financial statements of the ctsrty for the year ended 31 March 2023 which are set out on pages 6 to 10.
This report is made solely to the charitys Trustees, as a body, in accordance with section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 and
regulations made under section 154 of thatAcL My work has been undertaken so that I muht state to the chaiity's Trustees
those matters l am required to state to them in an indeFendent examinerfs report and for no other purpose. To the fullest
extent permitted by law. I do not a￿pt or assunE responsibilty to anyone other than the charity and the charity's Trustees
as a body, for my work ￿ for this rep
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and examiner
The charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements, and they consider that an audit
is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent
examination is needed.
It is my responsibiltyto-
examine the financial statements under section 145 of the Act
follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section
145(5)(b) of the Act. and
state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examinerfs report
My examination was carried out in accordan￿ with the general Directions given by the Chaiity Commission. An
examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the financial
statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the
financial statements and seeking explanations from you as Trustees Con￿rning 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 financial statements present a Irue and fair vievl. and the report is limited to those matters set out in the
statement below.
Independent examinerfs statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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 Art and
to prepare financial statements which accord with the accounting records and comply with the
accounting requirements of the Act have not b￿n rrEtr, or
inion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understsnding of the financial
reac
(1)
(2)
to which. i
stateme
to
Signed:
2023
Simon Barden Bsc FCCA
The Vicarage,
Old Heathfield,
Heathfield,
East Sussex, TN21 gAB
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
2023
2022
Note
Income on:
Incoming resources from generated funds:
Voluntary income
Direct donations
Legacies
Activities ft)r generating fvnds
Investment income
136,957
217
168
65,004
49
73,637
1,113
5,000
22,057
215
Total incoming resources
202 395
101809
Expenditure on:
Fundraising expenses and other costs
Distributions to hospices
Direct Donations
35,989
160,000
217
12,057
120,000
1,113
Total resources expended
133 170
Movement in total funds for the year
Net surplusl{deficit) for the year
6.189
(33,161)
Total funds at 1 April 2022
16,200
47,561
Total funds at 31 March 2023
22
20
All funds are unrestricted. Income r￿￿ed for a specific hospi￿ is accounted for within unrestricted funds, if all
the funds received are paid over to that hospi￿ before the Charity's year end.
The notes on pages 8 to 10 fomi part of these financial statements.
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2023
2023
2022
Note
Current assets
Cash at bank
Stock
Debtors
11,499
3.785
10,245
21,286
4,143
25,529
25,429
Creditors: falling due within one year
(3,140)
(9,229)
Net current assets
22,389
16.200
Net assets
Charity funds
Unrestricted funds
10
22,389
16,200
Total funds
The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on F W, 2023 and signed on their beha￿, by:
David J Scot(
Chairman
The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these financial statements.
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Accounting policies
1.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities:
Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to chartties preparing their accounts in accordance with the
Financial Reportrng Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (as amended for
accounting periods Gommencing from 1 January 2019) - Charities SORP (FRS102). the Financial Reporting
Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) and the Companies Act 2006.
The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'true and fairf view have departed from the Charities
(Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fairf view. This
departure has involved following the Charities SORP (FRS 102) published on 16 July 2014 rather than the
Accounting and Reporting by Charities." Statement of Recommended practi￿ effective from 1 April 2005 which
has Sin￿ been withdrawn.
Friends of Sussex HospI￿S meets the definition of a public benefft entity under FRS102. Assets and Liabilities
are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless othetwise stated in the relevant accounting
policy note(s). There are no rnaterial Un￿rtaIntieS about Friends of Sussex Hospi￿$ ability to continue as a
going concem.
1.2 Fund accounting
General funds are unrestricted fvnds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtheran
of the general objectives of the charty and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.
1.3 Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the Statement of financial activrties when the charity has entitlement to
the funds, certainty of receipt and the amount can be measured with sufficient reliability.
Income tax recoverable in ￿latiOn to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at
the time of the donation.
1.4 Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been included under expense categories that
aggregate all costs for allocation to activities. Vthere costs cannot be directly attributed to particular activities
they have been allocated on a basis consistent with the use of the resources.
Fundraising costs are those incurred in seeking voluntary contributions and do not include the costs of
disserninating information in support of the charitable activities. Governan￿ costs are those incurred in
connection with administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory requirements.
Grants payable are charged in the year when the offer is made ex￿pt in those cases where the offer is
conditional. such grants being recognised as expenditure when the conditions attaching are fulfilled. Grants
offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year-end are noted as a commitment, but not
accrued as expenditure.
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Voluntary income
2023
2022
Donations
Direct donations (also note 5)
Legacies
136,957
217
73.637
1,113
Fundraising activities
Fundraising
income
Fundraising
expendi￿re
Surplus
2023
Surplus
2022
Events and Funclions
2022
Investment income
2023
2022
Interest received
Dlstribution to hospices
2023
2022
Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice
St Catherine's Hospice
St Wilfrid's Hospi￿ - Eastt)oume
HospiTr in the V￿eaId
St. Peter and SL James Hospi
The Martlets Hospi
St Michael's Hospi
Demelza Hospi￿ Care forchildren
Leo House at Home
The Sussex Snowdrop Trust
The Sussex Beacon
st Bamabas House
St Wilfrid's Hospice - Chichesl
2.949
17.473
23.634
2.212
13.105
17.726
2751
7,988
18,056
19,156
836
10,651
24,075
25.542
1.115
1.599
1,086
1,199
814
2.883
21,622
11.652
28.828
15,536
Total
In addition, donations of £217 (2022 £1,113) were receNed for speofic hospices, as part of the charity's fundraising
which were passed directy to those d)arslies.
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FRIENDS OF SUSSEX HOSPICES
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
Net income
During the year, no Trustees received any reMuner￿lon (2022 - £NIL).
During the year, no Trustees received any beneffts in kind (2022 - £NIL).
During the year. no Trustees received any ￿1mbu[Semen* of expenses (2022 - £NIL).
Stock
2023
2022
Goods for ￿Sale
Debtors
2023
2022
Gift aid receivable
Prepaid & income due
7,781
2.476
1,667
Creditors:
Amounts falling due within oneyear
2023
2022
Income in advance and accruals
3.140
9.229
Deferred income and expenditure relate to events whith take place after the financial yearend.
10.
Statement of funds
Brought
Forward
Incomlng
Resources
Resources Expended
Carried
Forward
Unrestricted funds
General funds
11.
Related Parties Transactions
No transactions with relaled parties took pla￿ during the year P022 - Nil).
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