Registered number: 05230444 Charity number: 1106681
CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
UNAUDITED
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
CONTENTS
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| Reference and Administrative Details of the Company, its Trustees and Advisers | 1 |
| Trustees' Report | 2 - 4 |
| Trustees' Responsibilities Statement | 5 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 6 - 7 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 8 |
| Balance Sheet | 9 - 10 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 11 - 24 |
CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE COMPANY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
| Trustees | V Lunzer |
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| R Lunzer | |
| B Tobin | |
| Company registered number 05230444 Charity registered number 1106681 Registered office 35 Ballards Lane London N3 1XW Company secretary R Lunzer Independent examiner Jake Lew FCA BKL Audit LLP 35 Ballards Lane London N3 1XW Bankers HSBC Bank PLC 88 The Broadway Muswell Hill London N10 3RX Metro Bank PLC 1 Southampton Row London WC1B 5HA |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the company for the year 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. The Annual Report serves the purposes of both a Trustees' report and a directors' report under company law. The Trustees confirm that the Annual Report and financial statements of the charitable company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable company's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019).
Since the company qualifies as small under section 382 of the Companies Act 2006, the Strategic Report required of medium and large companies under the Companies Act 2006 (Strategic Report and Directors' Report) Regulations 2013 has been omitted.
Objectives and activities
a. Policies and objectives
The objectives of the charity are to advance and promote the Jewish religion in accordance with the teachings and practices of Orthodox Judaism and the provision and maintenance of an orthodox synagogue situated in or near Hampstead Garden suburb, London, NW11, for the purposes of public worship, conducting religious services and providing religious education.
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
Activites undertaken to achieve objectives include creating events to promote Jewish religion and making donations to other charities meeting basic and immediate needs in their communities.
c. Main activities undertaken to further the company's purposes for the public benefit
The synagogue has continued to hold services on Sabbaths and festivals throughout much of the year. Income from hall rentals and other income have increased thoughout the year as the synagogue has returned to more normal operating levels.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
Achievements and performance
a. Main achievements of the company
Membership remained strong and in line with prior years.
The community was able to support local neighbours who are struggling financially with assistance.
The Trustees have been in negotiation with the landlords – the PCC of St Jude on the Hill, following their decision not to renew our lease after having only just actively encouraging us to spend substantial monies on levelling the land beside the building, and despite the Archdeacon’s view that “the presence of the Minyan is not only good for the parish in terms of its relationship with the local community, but also a very good fit in terms of use of the Church rooms.” Both the change of mind and the actions of the PCC were a great disappointment to us following the previous excellent and co-operative relationship between the communities.
We have taken legal advice from a KC with a view to issuing proceedings against the landlord, although our ardent hope was that the PCC would reconsider our proposal for shared use of the building, allowing both communities to co-exist, and securing our future. After the year end, we managed to secure an agreement to share the building until October 2026, where we only have use on the specified dates that we need, at a substantially reduced rent, with the PCC now responsible for repairs and maintenance. So far, this arrangement is working very well and both sides are working to re-establish the relationship.
b. Review of the year
Income from donations and charitable activities decreased by over £55,000 from 2024.
Total expenditure has decreased compared to 2024 due to a decrease in the annual depreciation charge of (2024: 23,069) in relation to the building which is a non cash expense and a rent forgiveness was received.
During the year, there was an excess of expenditure over the income of £3,439 (2024: £11,942), the decrease is mainly due to the depreciation charged on the building.
At the year end, the cash at bank was £13,580 and the charity had net assets of £9,449.
Financial Review
a. Going concern
After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the company 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.
b. Reserves policy
The charity has borrowed substantial sums, in the form of interest free loans, to allow it to complete the refurbishment of the building. It, therefore, intends to accumulate sufficient reserves, from operating surpluses and donations, to enable it to pay these loans over the lifetime of the lease. With the exception of this requirement, its policy is to hold reserves at the lowest level commensurate with the smooth running of its activities.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
Structure, governance and management
a. Constitution
Central Square Minyan is registered as a charitable company limited by guarantee and was set up by a Memorandum of Association on 14 September 2004 with charity number of 1106681.
b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees
The Articles of Association provide for the annual appointment and retirement of trustees. At present, all the members of the company are also its trustees and have been re elected each year. The current trustees anticipate broadening the membership and the appointment of further trustees when required and in response to expansion in the company's operation and activity.
Plans for future periods
Children's services introduced in October 2015 continue to be a great success and several new families have joined the Minyan thanks to these children's services.
We have continued our engagement with Rabbi Raphael Zarum as our Scholar in Residence (which is a programme funded by private donations).
Approved by order of the members of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
V Lunzer Trustee Date:
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES' RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
The Trustees (who are also the directors of the company for the purposes 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 Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial . Under company law, the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:
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select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
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observe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP (FRS 102);
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make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards (FRS 102) have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
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prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by order of the members of the board of Trustees and signed on its behalf by:
V Lunzer Trustee Date:
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Central Square Minyan ('the company')
I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the company for the year ended 30 June 2025.
Responsibilities and Basis of Report
As the Trustees of the company (and its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').
Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the company's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent Examiner's Statement
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:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the company as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair' view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or
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the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)].
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
This report is made solely to the company's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the company's Trustees those matters I am required to state to them in an Independent Examiner's Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company's Trustees as a body, for my work or for this report.
Signed:
Dated:
Jake Lew FCA
BKL Audit LLP 35 Ballards Lane London England N3 1XW
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
| Note Income from: Donations 3 Charitable activities 4 Total income Expenditure on: Charitable activities 6 Total expenditure Net income/(expenditure) Transfers between funds 13 Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Net movement in funds Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted funds 2025 £ 23,144 86,258 109,402 106,941 106,941 2,461 (3,883) (1,422) 1,833 (1,422) 411 |
Restricted funds 2025 £ 20,064 5,480 25,544 31,444 31,444 (5,900) 3,883 (2,017) 11,055 (2,017) 9,038 |
Total funds 2025 £ 43,208 91,738 134,946 138,385 138,385 (3,439) - (3,439) 12,888 (3,439) 9,449 |
Total funds 2024 £ 56,275 128,400 184,675 196,617 196,617 (11,942) - (11,942) 24,830 (11,942) 12,888 |
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The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The notes on pages 11 to 24 form part of these financial statements.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee) REGISTERED NUMBER: 05230444
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 JUNE 2025
| Note Fixed assets Tangible assets 10 Current assets Debtors 11 Cash at bank and in hand Current liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 12 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Net assets excluding pension asset Total net assets Charity funds Restricted funds 13 Unrestricted funds 13 Total funds |
1,070 13,580 14,650 (5,202) |
2025 £ 1 1 9,448 9,449 9,449 9,449 9,038 411 9,449 |
716 23,188 23,904 (11,017) |
2024 £ 1 |
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| 1 12,887 |
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| 12,888 | ||||
| 12,888 | ||||
| 12,888 | ||||
| 11,055 1,833 |
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| 12,888 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee) REGISTERED NUMBER: 05230444
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED) AS AT 30 JUNE 2025
The company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of Companies Act 2006.
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and preparation of financial statements.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
V Lunzer (Trustee)
B Tobin (Trustee)
Date:
The notes on pages 11 to 24 form part of these financial statements.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
1. General information
Central Square Minyan is a private company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales. The company's registered number, charity number and registered office are shown on page 1.
The financial statements have been presented in GBP which is the functional currency of the company and rounded to the nearest £.
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 Companies Act 2006.
Central Square Minyan 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 Going concern
The charity has minimal fixed costs, with the main source of expenditure being grants made to institutions which can be made at the discretion of the Trustees. Furthermore, the charity had a healthy cash balance and a positive net assets at the year end.
The accounts have therefore been prepared on a going concern basis.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.3 Income
All income is recognised once the company has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
Gifts in kind donated for distribution are included at valuation and recognised as income when they are distributed to the projects. Gifts donated for resale are included as income when they are sold.
Where the donated good is a fixed asset, it is measured at fair value, unless it is impractical to measure this reliably, in which case the cost of the item to the donor should be used. The gain is recognised as income from donations and a corresponding amount is included in the appropriate fixed asset class and depreciated over the useful economic life in accordance with the company's accounting policies.
On receipt, donated professional services and facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the company which is the amount it would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt.
Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.
2.4 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 charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the company's objectives, as well as any associated support costs.
Grants payable are charged in the year when the offer is made except 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.
All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.5 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets costing £1,000 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, using the straight-line method.
Depreciation is provided on the following basis:
- Short-term leasehold property Depreciated on a straight line basis over the period of the lease
2.6 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
2.7 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.
2.8 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 company 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.
2.9 Financial instruments
The company 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.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.10 Operating leases
Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the lease term.
2.11 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 company and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the company for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
3. Income from donations and legacies
| Unrestricted funds 2025 £ Donations 23,144 Unrestricted funds 2024 £ Donations 22,147 Income from charitable activities Unrestricted funds 2025 £ Income from charitable activities 86,258 Income from charitable activities |
Restricted funds 2025 £ 20,064 Restricted funds 2024 £ 34,128 Restricted funds 2025 £ 5,480 Unrestricted funds 2024 £ 128,400 |
Total funds 2025 £ 43,208 |
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| Total funds 2024 £ 56,275 |
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| Total funds 2025 £ 91,738 |
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| Total funds 2024 £ 128,400 |
4. Income from charitable activities
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
5. Analysis of donation made
| Donations made Donations made |
Kol Nidre Appeal donations 2025 £ 14,044 Kol Nidre Appeal donations 2024 £ 10,314 |
AF Gemach and other donations 2025 £ 17,400 AF Gemach and other donations 2024 £ 22,934 |
Total funds 2025 £ 31,444 |
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| Total funds 2024 £ 33,248 |
6. Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities
Summary by fund type
| Unrestricted funds 2025 £ Promoting Jewish Religion 106,941 Unrestricted funds 2024 £ Promoting Jewish Religion 163,369 |
Restricted funds 2025 £ 31,444 Restricted funds 2024 £ 33,248 |
Total 2025 £ 138,385 |
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| Total 2024 £ 196,617 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
7. Analysis of expenditure by activities
| Unrestricted direct costs 2025 £ Promoting Jewish Religion 92,130 Unrestricted direct costs 2024 £ Promoting Jewish Religion 147,057 Analysis of direct costs Rent Electricity Repairs and maintenance Caretaking and cleaning Yamim Noraim expenses Children service expenses Cost of Kiddushim Security costs Community events Water Leining |
Restricted donations 2025 £ 31,444 Restricted donations 2024 £ 33,248 |
Support costs 2025 £ 14,811 Support costs 2024 £ 16,312 Charitable activities 2025 £ 10,386 2,120 2,075 9,772 23,212 1,845 18,740 4,125 16,920 985 1,950 92,130 |
Total funds 2025 £ 138,385 |
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| Total funds 2024 £ 196,617 |
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| Total funds 2025 £ 10,386 2,120 2,075 9,772 23,212 1,845 18,740 4,125 16,920 985 1,950 |
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| 92,130 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
7. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)
Analysis of direct costs (continued)
| Depreciation Rent Electricity Repairs & maintenance Caretaking and cleaning Yamim Noraim expenses Children service expenses Cost of Kiddushim Security costs Community events Ground levelling expenses Water Leining Analysis of support costs Insurance Other establishment costs Telephone and broadband Hall cleaning expenses Computer expenses Bank charges Examiner fees |
Charitable activities 2024 £ 23,069 18,771 5,131 2,421 8,893 22,691 1,954 13,320 2,189 26,876 19,224 488 2,030 147,057 Support costs 2025 £ 3,869 2,610 1,031 1,649 1,731 189 3,732 14,811 |
Total funds 2024 £ 23,069 18,771 5,131 2,421 8,893 22,691 1,954 13,320 2,189 26,876 19,224 488 2,030 |
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| 147,057 | ||
| Total funds 2025 £ 3,869 2,610 1,031 1,649 1,731 189 3,732 |
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| 14,811 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
7. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)
Analysis of support costs (continued)
| Insurance Other establishment costs Telephone and broadband Hall cleaning expenses Legal and professional fees Bank charges Examiner fees Independent examiner's remuneration Fees payable to the company's independent examiner for the preparation and independent examination of the company's annual accounts |
Support costs 2024 £ 5,408 1,776 2,115 4,435 426 202 1,950 16,312 2025 £ 3,000 |
Total funds 2024 £ 5,408 1,776 2,115 4,435 426 202 1,950 |
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| 16,312 | ||
| 2024 £ 1,950 |
8. Independent examiner's remuneration
9. Trustees' remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2024 - £NIL) .
During the year ended 30 June 2025, expenses totalling £ 4,703 were reimbursed or paid directly to 2 Trustees (2024 - £NIL to Trustee) . These expenses related to council planning application costs, travel (including taxi fares) and guest speaker costs.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
| 10. Tangible fixed assets Cost or valuation At 1 July 2024 At 30 June 2025 Depreciation At 1 July 2024 At 30 June 2025 Net book value At 30 June 2025 At 30 June 2024 |
Leasehold improvement £ 550,271 |
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| 550,271 | |
| 550,270 | |
| 550,270 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 |
The lease formally ended in November 2023. The Charity continued to make rent payments in line with the lease until a new licence was agreed. The new licence for the period from 1 January 2025 to 09 October 2026. We continue to occupy under the licence.
11. Debtors
| Due within one year Prepayments and accrued income |
2025 £ 1,070 1,070 |
2024 £ 716 716 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
12. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
| Other loans Accruals and deferred income |
2025 £ - 5,202 5,202 |
2024 £ 4,435 6,582 |
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| 11,017 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
13. Statement of funds
Statement of funds - current year
| Unrestricted funds General Funds - all funds Restricted funds Kol Nidrei Appeal Fund Sam Cohen Memorial Fund Alan Fosterman Gemach Fund Scholar in residence Total of funds |
Balance at 1 July 2024 £ 1,833 435 3,750 6,233 637 11,055 12,888 |
Income £ 109,402 14,064 - 6,000 5,480 25,544 134,946 |
Expenditure £ (106,941) (14,044) (1,400) (6,000) (10,000) (31,444) (138,385) |
Transfers in/out £ (3,883) - - - 3,883 3,883 - |
Balance at 30 June 2025 £ 411 |
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| 455 2,350 6,233 - |
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| 9,038 | |||||
| 9,449 |
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
13. Statement of funds (continued)
| Unrestricted funds General Funds - all funds Restricted funds Kol Nidrei Appeal Fund Sam Cohen Memorial Fund Alan Fosterman Gemach Fund Scholar in residence Displaced Persons Appeal Total of funds |
Balance at 1 July 2023 £ 14,655 355 2,350 6,233 1,237 - 10,175 24,830 |
Income £ 150,547 10,394 2,000 6,000 9,400 6,334 34,128 184,675 |
Expenditure £ (163,369) (10,314) (600) (6,000) (10,000) (6,334) (33,248) (196,617) |
Balance at 30 June 2024 £ 1,833 |
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| 435 3,750 6,233 637 - |
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| 11,055 | ||||
| 12,888 |
Kol Nidre Appeal Fund
The Kol Nidre Appeal Fund supports the Kol Nidre Charitable Appeal by members pledging the charity. They are collected and distributed. Sometimes, funds might arrive after the distribution has been made and so the balance is held and added to the following year's collection and distribution.
Sam Cohen Memorial Fund
The Sam Cohen Memorial Fund is a fund donated annually by the Cohen family for the exclusive use of paying an honorarium to guest speakers.
Alan Fosterman Gemach Fund
The Alan Fosterman Gemach Fund supports the exclusive use of distributing charity to the needy at the Trustees discretion.
Scholar in residence
The Scholar in residence fund supports Rabbi Zarum, our Scholar in Residence is paid £2,500 per quarter. To date, these funds to cover this have been raised separately from individual members and those funds are ringfenced exclusively for this.
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CENTRAL SQUARE MINYAN (A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2025
14. Analysis of net assets between funds
Analysis of net assets between funds - current year
| Unrestricted funds 2025 £ Tangible fixed assets 1 Current assets 5,612 Creditors due within one year (5,202) Total 411 |
Restricted funds 2025 £ - 9,038 - 9,038 |
Total funds 2025 £ 1 14,650 (5,202) 9,449 |
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Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year
| Tangible fixed assets Current assets Creditors due within one year Total |
Unrestricted funds 2024 £ 1 12,849 (11,017) 1,833 |
Restricted funds 2024 £ - 11,055 - 11,055 |
Total funds 2024 £ 1 23,904 (11,017) 12,888 |
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15. Related party transactions
Trustees have made loans to the company, which at 30 June 2025, amounted to £Nil (2024: £4,435) The loans were repaid in full during the year.
Donations received from trustees and their close family members were all unconditional and totalled £4,359.
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