OSCAR Birmingham Organisarion for Sickle Cell Anaemia fielieff And Thalassaemia support ANNUAL REPORT & FINANCIAL sfATEMENT YEAR ENDING 31rt MARCH 2025 Company Number 05311442 Charity Number 1109849
OSCAR Birmlngham Year Endlng March 2025 OSCAR Birnilngham Ltd (A company limlted by guarantee) INDEX Page Information Trustees Report 4-17 Independent Examinerfs Report 18 ststement of Financial Activitles 19 Balance Sheet 20 Notes to the Financial Ststemenys 21-28
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 Charity reference and administrative detsils Trustees Lurieteen Miller Rachel Renfrew Paul Udenze Ajay Dattani Charlty Number 1109849 Company Number 5311442 Registered Address 22 Regent Pla Jewellery Quarter Bimiingham BI 3NJ Contact details Tel: 01212129209 email: AA Independent Examlner Gary Peter Brookes FCA Bsc 130 Womboume Park Wombourne S Staffs WV5 OLY Bankers Unity Trust Bank Brindley Place Binningham B3 IAB
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 TRusfEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025 The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial ststements of Oscar Birmingham Limited (the charity) for the year ended 31 March 2025. The Trustees have adopted the provision of the Statement of Recommended practi (SORP): Accounting and Reporting by Charities (FRS102) srRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Constitution OSCAR Birmingham Limited was incorporated on 13 December 2004 and reglstered as a charfty on 3 June 2005. The charity remained dormant until l April 2008, when the assets, liabilities, and activities of OSCAR (Birniingham) (charity number 702847) were transferred. OSCAR Birmingham Limited operates under its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 13 Dernber 2004 and as amended by resolution dated 2 April 2007. Latest changes were adopted as amended by special resolution(s) dated 9 January 2023, as amended on l March 2023. Meth¢Jd of appolntment or electlon of Trustees All trustees must be members of the charitsble organisation. The trustees of the charity are also the direttors of the company for the purposes of company law. All board members are circulated wlth invitstions to potential trustees. A detailed list of candidates who have expressed an interest in becoming a trustee is presented to a full board meeting for consideration and decision. When considering co- opting trustees, the board has regard to the requirement for any specialist skills needed. Trustees appolnted during the year must stand for re-appointment at the next Annual General Meeting. The Directors who served durfng the year are shown on the reference and admlnistration section on page l. All members of the board gave their time voluntsrily and any expenses reclaimed from the charlty are refietted in the financial statements. The constitutlon of the charity requires a mlnlmum of the and maximum of tsn trustees. The Charity Commission are aware of this. Policles adopted for the inductlon and training of Trustees. All new trustees undergo induction tralning and are provided with an induttion pack to brief them on their legal obllgatlons under charity law. The induction covers the constitution, the committee and decision-making process, the business plan and the recent financial perfomance of the charity.
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 ORGANISATIONAL sfRUCTURE AND DECISION MAKING The charitable organisation is govemed by its Board of Trustees, who are responsible for formulating its Strategies and polioes, including the appmval of budgets and the exercise of financial controls. The Board of Trustees meets on a regular basis. The trustees delegate the day-to-day running of the charitable organisation to the Head of Service and operational staff. POLICIES & OBJEcfivES The objects of the charity as set out in the conststution are: . To pmmote the relief of persons suffering from Sickle Cell and Thalassaemla disorders. To educate the publlc to InCaSe their knowledge and understanding of such disorders. To promote research into the nature. prevalence, treatment and prevention of Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia disorders and to disseminate and publish the useful results of such research. CHARMES AND PUBUC BENEFrr OSCAR Birmingham is a voluntsry organisation based in Birmingham. It was established to provide advice, support and counselling to individuals, families and carers affected by the Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Blood disorder. Both are potentially life-threatening disorders which disproportionately affect black and ethnic minority (BAME) communities. Our mission is to educate, support and provide relevant information through signposting, advocacy, and assistan. Through our work with partners, we will raise awareness of these conditions. Demand for OSCAR services continue, due to the demographics of the Bimiingham population who are at risk of inheriting Sickle cell or Thalassaemia Blood Disorders. We have seen an increase of Servi users with both Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia especially from African, Asian and European Countries migrating to the area.
OSCAR Birniingham Year Ending March 2025 Overview-sickle Cell Sickle cell disease is the name for a group of inherited health conditions that affect the red blood cells. The most serious type is called sickle 11 anaemia. Sickle cell disease is particularly common in people with an African or Caribbean frdmily background. People with sickle cell disease produce unusually shaped red blood lIS that can cause problems and block blood vessels. Sickle cell disease is caused by a gene that affects how red blood cells develop. If both parents have the gene, there's a l in 4 chance that each child they have will be bom with sickle cell disease. The child's parents often will not have sickle cell disease themselves, and they're only carriers of the sickle cell trait. Sickle cell disease is a serious and lifelong health condition, although treatment can help manage some of the symptoms. The maln symptoms of Slckle Cell dlsease are: Painful eplsodes called slckle 11 crfses, which can be very severe and last up to a week. An increased risk of serious infertions. Anaemia (where red blood cells cannot cary enough oxygen around the body), can cause tiredness and shorkness of breath. Some people also experien other problems, such as delayed growth, strokes and lung problems. Overview-Thalassaemia People with thalassaemla produce either no or too Ilttle haemoglobin, which is used by red blood cells to carry oxygen around the body. This can make them very anaemic (tired, short of breath and pale). It mainly affects people of Mediterranean, South Asian, Southeast Aslan and Mlddle Eastern origin. There are different types of thalassaemia, which can be divided into alpha and beta thalassaemia. Beta thalassaemia major is the most severe type. Other types Include bets thalassaemia Intem)edia, alpha thalassaemla major and haemoglobin H disease. IVS also possible to be a 'carrierf' of thalassaemia, also known as havlng the thalassaemia trait. The maln health problems assoclated with Thalassaemia are: Anaemia - were tiredness, weakness, shortness of breathi poundlng, fluttering or irregular heartbeats (palpitstions) and pale skin caused by the lack of haemoglobin Too much Iron in the tx)dy - this is caused by the regular blood transfusions used to treat anaemia and can cause problems with the heart, liver and hormone levels if untreated. Some people may also have delayed growth, weak and fragile bones (osteoporosis), and reduced fertility.
OSCAR Blrmingham Year Ending March 2025 05CAt< B11nh3M Summary Our 2025 report provides an opportunity to showcase our work, how we have continued to support the local Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia community and wider strategic partnerships. We remain committed to supporting our community to thrive, prosper and address health inequalities, given the challenges they continuously face. Our devotion to serving our community remains at the heart of what we do best. Thank you to all our beneficiaries who participated in our activities, seNices, and support. To all our funders, partners and key stakeholders, we are grateful for the ongoing support. A sincere heartfelt thank you to our staff and volunteers for their dedication, hard work and commitment in making a difference to the community. As we reflett on the past 12 months, we look forward to what opportunities lie ahead. We will continue to work in partnership to make positive differences in our community. OSCAR BOARD OF TRusfEES & SENIOR MANAGEMENT
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 le Thanks to BBC Children in Need, we engaged and supported 103 children and young people who benefited from project activities and mentoring support. 89% children were identified as disadvantsged, living with Sickle Cell and/or Thalassaemia while experiencing health and social challenges. 100% of children were able to take part in all year-round free activities, workshops and days ou¢ taking place during school holidays. Our mentors were able to support 21 children and young people, with 101 hours of mentoring support and contact on a one-to-one basis, group workshops and providing information. a range of activities, guidance, and emotional support based on the assessment, views and interests of children and young people. We undertook a BBC Children in Need Spotlight survey regarding what makes children happy and unhappy in their area, and the world they live. Impact 95% of chlldren and young people gave a self-rating of 8-10 in spending less time alone and meeting new people. 100 % of children ststed they always felt safe. 100 0/0 of young people rated 9 or more for feeling positive about the future. 90% agreed that they had aCsS to meaningful activities. Feedback BWCH Specialist Liaison Sister said, 'It's amazing that you can offer this provision. I'm not sure what our patients would do without the help, 14-year-old Jamel from Erdington stated, I like coming to the project. It takes my mind off the worries and learning to manage my sickle cell betterf Single parent carer Chantelle from Sutton highlighted, My little girl gets the opportunity to meet others who understand what she goes through. For me, that Means a lot. Thank you for making this happen,.
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 Supported by Bimilngham City Coundl, we continued to provide befriendlng and peer support to help vulnerable citizens living with Sickle Cell andlor Thalassaemia. 35 citizens received befriending interventions. Number of Citizens En Quarter 2 43 ed and Su Quarter 3 49 Quarter I 57 Quarter 4 62 Soclal outings and cultural actsvltles were organlsed for cltizens, resultlng In reduced Isolatlon and feeling less anxious, with 94% of citizens stating they hardly ever or never felt alone or left out, and 81% citizens stated they felt happier the week before. Interventions, attivities and support induded: Stitching and crochet session Windrush Carnival and Festival Monthly peer group dropin Comedy Club Day trip to Barry Island Miss Ida Lifestyle Tour. Befriendlng Contscts and Wisits Health and Personal Protectlon We have continued to support and deliver carer-related activities, support and interventions, working in collaboration with Birmingham Carers Hub Partnership arrangements, supported by Forward Carers and Birmingham City Council. 16 unpaid carers had access to a ststutory carers assessment, while 280 carers, including unpaid and parent carers, took part in regular and one-off events. 141 interventions, including one-to-one sessions, were conducted directly with carers on a range of issues relating to their caring role and matters relating to family and lifestyle. Carers also had the opportunity to connect with others, share new experlences and have a time out. These included:
OSCAR Birniingham Year Ending March 2025 Bell Boat Racing Meet up and Brunch Arts and Crafts Information on Caring Role Coffee and Canvas Our service was CogniSed as an approved partner by Forward Carers as part of 10-year lebration, which took place in December 2024. Carer feedback and Impart: 100 0/0 of Carers felt supported by OSCAR. 100 0/0 of Carers stated they always felt valued. 950/0 of carers stated they had more Confiden in caring role. Supported by The National Lottery Community Fund-Reaching Communities Grant, we supported 291 individuals and their households through specialist interventions to encourage healthy behaviours, alleviate financial hardship and take up opportunities to strengthen their resilience. These included: Conversations and promoting positlve mental well-being. Access to outdoor wellbeing events and activities. Self-care and stress awareness workshop facilitated by a trained therapist. We delivered 42 sessions on holistic therapy and mindfvlness. 10
OSCAR Birnilngham Year Ending March 2025 Coping strategies, conversations and workshops on how to look after their emotional and spiritual health. Project stsff conducted 48 home visits to support individuals going through poor health and other difficulties. Ready, Steady Cook for families and explorlng good nutrition. We undertook 48 Hardship grant applications, supporting over 300 household members experiencing financial hardship with their eneryy costs. Our advisors supported 300 people across the West Midland5 who were experiencing excluded acce to travel with a free bus travel pass. We helped individuals and families with over 200 winter wann packs and essentials, while referring to local community food pantries. Redistributed 450 oral health packs and 50 Baby Themometers to the Haemoglobinopathy team at Waterfall House. 51 EAts Outcomes % Beneficiaries feeling less anxious than before durin8 the cost- of-llvlng crisis and during winter. 70% % Beneficiaries a8reed they had opportunity to connect wlth others and feeling less isolated. 100¥0 % Beneficiaries stated the support provided has really helped improved their mood 11
OSCAR Blrmingham Year Ending March 2025 L• During 2024, we undertook a research project in partnership with the NHS England Health Inequalities Team. This involved exploring health-seeking behaviours for acute and emergency care. We carried out a survey, questionnaires, semi-structured interviews and a focus group with 40 patients to gather experiences and insights when accessing healthca and triggers of pain crisis. As part of the proje¢ we conducted a community engagement session, held at Soho House with 65 patients and carers in attendan. Final report was shared with NHS England Sickle Cell and Health Inequalities Team to disseminate these findings. This project Is supported by Heart of England and BSOL ICB Fairer Futures Fund and aimed at supporting 18-30-year-olds living with Sickle Cell using a peer-to-pr model approach to addressing some of the health inequalities this group are facing. This project commenced in November 2024 using infomial and fonnal group meet-ups, taking pla each month. 30 patients have already tsken part. We look forward to the Impact this projett wlll have over the next 2 years. 223 individuals aged 18 years and over were supported on a one-tone basis on a range of Issues and needs regarding welfare benefits such as Dlsability Living Allowance and Personal Independence Payments, Housing conditions and accommodatlon, signpost, and screenlng for Hb. Advice, information and guidance on issues and concems prescription charge5 and help available, travelling, employment rlghts, managlng pain and barriers to accessing emergency care and tatrnent. Over the past 12 months we provlded a range of aWanesS, educational and training to range of audiences. Over 600 people (Public and Professionals) benefitsd from this. They include: BOldMe Inclusion Base Russell's Hall Hospitsl Tesco staff as part of Black History Month Birmingham City University Holyhead School teachers, parents and students Siemens Birmingham Job Centre Plus Central and Kings Heath 12
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 Working in partnership with Blrnlngham and Sollhull ICS, we undertook 17 diffe nt health promotion campaigns. A majority of these were online, and the use of social media. These have included: Importance of blood donations and donors. Mental Health and Employment. Carers rights. National blood donation campalgns supported by NHS and how to go about registering to become a blood donor. Amazing Bloody Kidney campaign Kidney UK and getttng tested. Keeplng Warm and Well during winter with Sickle Cell. Getting screened and knowing about your genotype. Can you tell IYS Sickle Cell campaign? The charity is gratsful for the unstinting efforts of Its volunteers who are involved in supporting and publicising the work of the charity, supporting individuals affected by Slckle Cell and Thalassaemia Blood disorders within the local communities. A total of 8 volunteers were actively involved with the work of OSCAR Birmingham during this perlod. We have continued to work in close co-operation and collaboration with Birmingham NHS Community Sickle Cell and Thalassaemla Team, Bimiingham Women's and Children's Hospitsl Haemoglobinopathy Unit and Sandwell West Birmingham NHS. The focus has been based on referrals, shared interest in patient support and advocacy. 13
OSCAR Birmingham Year Endlng March 2025 We continue to work closely with Adult Health and Social Care, Birmingham Voluntsry Sector Council (BVSC) and a wide range of providers to deliver positive change as part of the Prevention and Communities Strategy and Neighbourtiood Network Schemes. Working with BVSC and Bimiingham City Council as an approved referral partner, enabling and identifying many of our families to successfully access a one-off grant from the Hardship Cornmunity Grant. We have established a new working relationship with Birmingham and Solihull ICB SCaT Development Steering Group, a collaboration of partners and stskeholders involved with the clinical pathway services across the area. This has resulted in developing new guidance and policy for education settings across Binningham and Solihull in how best to support children and young people wlth Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia. Our carers project continues to be embedded within Bimiingham Carers Strategy to support carers through our existtng partnership arrangements as part of Binningham car$ Hub delivery arrangements. Partnership Working and Awareness 4Q Transport ft)r West Midlands, West Midlands Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Network to ensure 300 patients and carers had aCsS and opportunity for free bus travel, addressing excluded access and isolation. OSCAR continues to support the development of a West Midlands Haemoglobinopathy Network for Patients and Carers affected by a blood disorder. We have continued to develop links and collalx)rative w01ng with NHS Birmingham Community Connexions and worked with Birmingham Community NHS Healthcare regarding engagemen( consultstion and focus group with the patient population. 14
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 We continue to support NHS Blood and Transplant to promote positive messages regarding the need for blood donations and donors from ethnically matched communities. Partnership through commissioning arrangements with NHS England Health Inequalities Quality Improvement Team to undertake a research project exploring health-seeking behaviours for people with Sickle Cell Disease in Birmingham. We collaborated and supported Midland Mencapi Legacy WM and Birmingham Women and Children's Hospital to redistribute oral health packs for citizens, carers and families, as part of the wider Birmingham Public Health Initiative. We collaborated with DWP Ladywood, Central and King's Heath Job Centre Plus to deliver training to work coaches on how best to support daimants seeking or unable to work. Our organisation continues to be recognised as an In-Kind Direct Network provider, ensuring our community has access to meaningful products and items to stay happy and healthy during the cost-of-living crisis, Total income for the year was £247,731, of which £211,654 was restricted and £36,077 was unrestrirted. Totsl expenditure for the year was £240,245, of which £220,620 was restricted and £19,625 was unrestricted. Grants and contracts awarded to the organlsation were from Blrmingham Clty Councll and NHS Birmingham and Solihull ICB, and NHS England. Restrirted grants reiVed from BBC Children in Need, Foard Carers, The National Lottery Community Fund Reachlng Communities and Heart of England Community Foundation. The trustees keep the reserrfes of the charity under review, considering the nature of the income and expenditure streams, the need to match variable income with fixed commitments and the nature of the reserves. The trustees consider that to allow the charity to be managed efficiently and to provide buffer for uninterrupted seryices andlor event of winding up, a designated reserve of £111,750 equating to 12 months operational, creditors and redundancy costs is appropriate. The current level of designated reserves is £90.(KIO OSCAR Birmingham Is also extremely grateful to all supporters, donors and the wider public who have undertaken fundraising events or donated, over the past 12 months to support our work. They include: 15
OSCAR Birmingham Year Ending March 2025 Donor/Fundraiser Total £190 £145 £253 £1068 £100 £500 £1917 Charitable Givin Charities Trust D A Smith Local Givin Ms L Herbert The Muntz Trust Tesco Birmin ham em The trustees have introduced a formal risk management process to assess business risks and implement risk management strategies. This involved identifying the types of risks the charity faces, prioritising them in terms of potential impact and likelihood of Occurren and identifying means of mitigating the risks. Strategic developments and priorities include: Supporting our communities to address health inequalities so that they can thrive and Improve well-being. Collaboration with NHS Health Inequalities and Quality Improvement Team Provide tsrgeted support for our community to help overcome challenges associated wlth their health and the impact of the cost-of-living crisis. Seeking to strengthen our governance by recruiting and training new board members. Work towards a quality kite marK including Thrive at WO Bronze level and Carer Frlendly Employer Kitematk. Explore relocation of office and premises. Continue to increase the quality and provision of support services and projects for childreni young people, and their families, especially helping those new to areas and seek to expand our reach beyond our remit. To share good practice with others and to be recognised as experts in our field of work In and around the West Midlands. 16
OSCAR Bimiingham Year Ending March 2025 Directors, Responsibilities Company law requires the directors to prepa financial statements for each financial period, which give a true and fair view of the finanaal attivities for that period, together with the assets and liabilities at the end of the period and which adequately distinguish any material special trust or other restricted fvnd of the company. In preparing those financial statements, the directors are required to: a) select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistentjy. b) make judgments and estimatss that are reasonable and prudent. c) stste whether the policies adopted are In accordan with the appropriate SORP on Accounting by Charities and the Accounting Regulations and with applicable accounting stsndards, subjert to ary materlal departures disclosed and explalned in the financial statements; and d) Prepare financial statements on the 'going concern, basis unless it is Inappropriate to assume that the company will continue in its activtties. The directors are responsible for keeping proper accountlng records whlch dlsclose wlth reasonable accura0/ at any time the financial position of the company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Art 2006 and Statements of Recommended Prattice and the regulations made under section 130 of the Charities Att 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and, hen, for tsking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and Irregularities. Slgned Directorfs name: Rachel Renfrew Date 2111112025 17
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd INDEPE1¥DE EXAMtNERS REPORT TO THE DIRECTORS AND TRUSTEES OF OSCAR BIRLlItNGHLTrt LTD I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025 set out on the following pages Responsibilities and basis of report The trustees (who are also directors of the company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordanc¢ with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 (The 2006 ACV) Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is ¢ligible for independent examinatio it is my responsibility to: (l) Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 201 l Act: (2) To follow the procedures laid down in the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section l45(5) (b) of the 2011 ACL and (3) To stat¢ whether particular matters have rA)me to my attention. Independent Examiner's Statement I have completsd my examination. I confinn that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:: l accounting records were not kept in rpect of the Company as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or 2 . the a¢¢ounts do not comply with those r¢cords; or 3. the accounts do not Comply with 8¢counting 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 4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Ststement of Recommended Practice ( SORP) for accounting and reporting by charities applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and R¢publi¢ of Ir¢land ( FRS 102). I have no con¢¢rns and have come across no other matters in connection with the ¢xamination to which att¢ntion should be drawm in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached . Name Gary Peter Brookes Relevant Professional Qualifications FCA Bsc Address 130 Wombourne Park Wombourne Wolverhampton WV5 OLY 18
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd Statement of Financial Aetivities ( Includes summary of ineome and expenditure) Year ended 31 Marcb 2025 Notss Unrestricted & Designated Funds Restricted Fund$ Total Funds Total Funds 2025 2024 Ineome from Donations and legacies Investments Charitable Activities 2(a) 4.989 1,732 29.356 4,989 1.732 241,010 4,240 1.502 268,145 2(b) 211,654 Total Income 36,077 2ll,654 247,731 273.887 Expenditure on Charitable tiVItieS 19,625 220,620 240,245 236,166 Totsl Expenditure 19,625 220.620 240,245 236,166 Iyet Income 16,452 (8,966) 7,486 37,721 Net movement ID funds 16,452 (8.966) 7,486 37,721 Transfer of Funds Reconciliation of Funds: Total funds brought fotivard (1,843) 1,843 87,940 38,530 126,470 88,749 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 102J49 31,407 133,956 126,470 The notes on pages to fonn part of these financial statements ** *• See note 13 for full Comparatives for 2024 19
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd Balanee Sheet Year ended 31 March 2025 Notes 2025 2024 Fixed A$$ets Tangible Assets 550 647 550 647 Current Assets Debtors Bank & Cash in hand 1,244 139,709 140,953 160,532 160,532 Creditors . Amounts falling due within one year Net Current A88et8 (27.126) (15,130) 133,406 125,823 Total Assets less Current Llabilitie8 133.956 126,470 Iyet Assets 133.956 126,470 ChArity Funds Restricted Funds 10 31,407 38,530 Unrestricted and Designated Funds 102,549 87,940 Totsl Funds 133,956 126,470 For the year ended 31 March 2025 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 (1) of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of the Act. The Directors acknowledge their responsibiliti¢s for ensuring that the company keeps accounting records which comply with s386 and s387 of the Companies 2006 and for preparing accounts which give a true and fair view of the stat¢ of affairs of the company as at 31 March 2025 and of its profit for the year then ¢nd¢d in accordance with the requirements of s396 and which comply with the requirements of the Act relating to the accounts so far as applicable to the company and in accordance with FRS 102 The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions in Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. Signed and approved on the behalf of the Board on 21 st November 2025 Trustee Name: Racb¢l R¢nfrew Th¢ notes on the following pages fomi part of these financial stat¢m¢nts 20
OSCAR Birn]ingham Ltd Notes to the Accounts Year ended 31 Mareh 2025 l. Aecounting Policies (a) Basis of Aeeounts Preparation The charity is a Charitable Company constitutes a public benefit entity &s defined by FRS102. The financial statements have been prepar¢d in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: 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) second edition published October 2019, the Charities Act 2011 the and UK Generally Accepted Practice. The financial statements have been prepared on a going eonc¢rn basis under the historical cost convention modified to include certain items at fair value. (b) Recognition of incoming resources All incoming resources ar¢ included in the Ststement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when the charity is legally entitl¢d to the incom¢ aft¢r any performance conditions have been meL the amount can be measured reliably and it is probable that th¢ income will be r¢ttived. For donations to be recognised th¢ charity will have been notified of the amounts and the settlement date in writing. If there are conditions attached to the donation and this requires a level of perfonnance before entitlement can be obtain¢d then income is deferred until those conditions are fully met or the fulfilment of those conditions is within the control of the charity and it is probable that they will be fulfilled. Donated facilities and donated professional services are recognised in income at their fair value when th¢ir economic benefit is probable, it can be measured reliably and the charity has control over the item. Fair value is detern]ined on the basis of the value of the gift to the charity. For example the amount the charity would be willing to pay in the open market for such facilities and seryices. A Corresponding amount is recognised in expenditure. No amount is included in the financial statements for volunteer time ( although expenses relating to there rol¢ is included in project costs ) in line with the SORP (FRS 102). Any further detail is given in the Trustees, Annual Report Where practicable, gifts in kind donated for distribution to the beneficiaries of th¢ charity are included in stock and donations in the financial statements upon receipt. If it is imprncticable to assess the fair value at receipt or if the Costs to undertake such a valuation outweigh any nefIts. then the fair value is recognised as a component of donations when it is distributed and an equival¢nt amount recognised as charitsble expenditurc. Fixed asset gifts in kind are recognised when receivable and are included at fair value. They not deferred over the life of the asset. For legacies. entitlement is the earlier of the charity being notified of an impending distribution or the legacy being receiv¢d. At this point income is rQgnIsed. On occasion legacies will be notified to the charity however it is not possible to measure the amount expected to be distributed. On these occasions, the legacy is tr¢at¢d as a contingent asset and disclosed. Interest on funds on deposit is included when receivabl¢ and the amount can be measur¢d r¢liably by the company , this is nollY upon notification of the interest by the bank. 21
OSCAR Birnlingbam Ltd Notes to the Aeeounts Year ended 31 March 2025 e) Expenditllre recognition All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to thc category. Expenditurc is reColSed where there is a legal or constructive obligation to make payments to third parties, it is probable that the settlcmcnt will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. It is categorised under thc following headings: Irrecoverable VAT is charged &$ an cxpense against the activity for which expenditur¢ arose. Governgnce costs Include costs of the preparation and examination of statutory accounts, the costs of trust¢¢ meetings and cost of any legal advic¢ tr) trustees on gov¢rnance or constitutional matters. Support Costs Support costs are those that assist the work of the Charity but do not directly represent charitable activities and include office costs , governance costs . administrative payoll costs. They are incurred directly in support of expenditur¢ on the objects of the charity and include project management carried out at Headquarters. Where support costs cannot Ix directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to cost of raising funds and expenditure on charitsble activities on a basis consistent with use of the resources. Premises overheads and central functions have been allocated on an activity costs basis consistent with the use of resources. Fund raising costs are those incurred in seekin8 voluntary contributions and do not include the costs of disseminating information in support of the charitsble a¢tiviti¢s (d) Funds Restricted Funds Restricted funds are those funds which are to be used in accordance with sp¢cifi¢ restrictions imposed by donors which have been raised by the ¢harity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and administsring 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 ststem¢nts. Unrestrieted Fundj Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity and hav¢ not b¢¢n designated for other purposes. Designated funds comprise of unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for particular putPOs¢s . The aim and use of each designated fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements Designated funds (e)Tax Exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities. Tax reclaims on donations and Any Gift Aid and other tax reclaims are included in the SOFA at the same gifts time as the donations to which they relate. (O Debtors tkbtors and Creditors with no stated interest rate and rcceivable or payable within one year are recorded at transaction pric¢. Any losses arising from impairnicnt are recognised in expenditure. Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance Sheet date as a result of a past evenL It probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement , and th¢ amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably. This entity only has assets and financial liabilities that qualify as basic financial instruments. These are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value Liabilities and Provisions Finaneial instruments
OSCAR Birniingham Ltd Notes to the Accounts (conL) Year ended 31 Mareh 2025 (i) Assets Tangible fixed ets for use by charity Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost ( or deemed cost) or valuation less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairnicnt losses. Costs includes costs dir¢ctly attributable to making the assets capablc or operating as intended. These are pItalISed if they can be used for more than one year. and cost at least £500. Th¢y are valued at ¢ost. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to writs off the cost less estimated residual value of each asset on a systematic basis over its expected useful life as follows". Computer equipment 330/0 Reducing Balance Fixtures and Fittings 150/0 Reducing Balance ti) Going Concern The directors consider that the charity remains viable for the year ahead 2(a). Income from grants, donations and legAcie8 2025 Restricted Fundj 2024 Unrestrieted Funds Total Total Donations Fundraising Other Totsl 4,260 500 229 4,989 4,260 500 229 4,989 3,582 500 158 4.240 2(b). In¢ome from charitable aetivities 2025 Restricted Funds 2024 Unre8tri¢ted Funds Total TotAI Birniingham City Council P&C Grant Heart of England community Binningham and Solihull ICB The N&tional Lottery Community Fund, RC Midlands Region DCMS Community C Of L Forward Carers Awards for all Childr¢n In N¢¢d NHS England 38,000 3.177 38,000 3,177 29,356 38,000 29,356 29,181 76,500 76,500 74,154 35,925 49.776 9.626 31.483 49,154 49,154 34,833 9,990 211,654 34,833 9,990 241,010 29,356 268,145 23
OSCAR Birniingbam Ltd Notes to the Aecounts (eonL) Year ended 31 Mareh 2025 2025 2024 (3a) Direct Costs Wages and salaries Sessional Workers Direct Project costs 132.799 30.274 48,267 211,340 135,198 23,093 50,787 209.078 (3b) Support costs ( includlng Governance) 2025 2024 Propety costs Training OfYi¢e Expenses Insurance Telephone & Postage Depreciation Advertising and marketing Finance and related admin Bank Charges Governance costs 12,052 1,376 4,301 665 4.008 97 731 3,059 240 2,376 28,905 11,518 2.049 4,326 917 3,218 114 805 1,835 256 2,050 27,088 TOTAL CHARITY ACTIVITY COSTS 240,245 236,166 24
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd Notes to the Aecounts (conL) Year ended 31 March 2025 4. Governance Costs 2025 2024 Accounts preparation and independent examination Prior year undernccrual for Prof fees Trustee exps 2,050 1.900 150 326 2,376 2.050 5. Employees Wages & Salaries Social Security Costs Pensions 124,718 8,021 60 132,799 128,364 6,578 256 135,198 The average monthly number of staff employed by the charity during the year was as follows: 3 Full time I I part time Charitable activities 14 14 13 13 There were no employees whose annual emoluments were £60.000 or more 6.Trnstees' and key management personnel remuneration expenses During both years reported on no remuneration or benefits in kind only travel expenses reimbursement were made to trustees this year Rachel Renfrew is now a trustee . This meant that her finance admin charges are reported as Related Paty Transaction of £2,489 ( cp £ 1,957) for the whole reported period 25
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd Notes to the Accounts (eonL) Year ended 31 March 2025 7. Tangible Fixed Assets for use by the Charity Fixtures and Fittings Computer Equipment Total Cost At l April 2024 Additions At 31 March 202S 8.973 9.585 18,558 8.973 9,585 18,558 Depreciation At l April 2024 Charge for Year At 31 March 2025 8,327 97 8.424 9.584 17.911 97 18,008 9,584 Net Book Values At 31 Mah 2025 549 550 At 31 March 2024 646 647 8. Debtorg 2025 2024 1,244 9. Creditors . Amounts falling due in than one year 2025 2024 Accruals Other taxation Grants in Advan¢¢ Trade creditors 1,950 12,442 11.824 910 27,126 4,632 4,386 6.112 15,130 26
OSCAR Birmingham Ltd Notes to the Accounts (cont.) Year ended 31 March 2025 10 Fund Reconciliation Fund Balances 31 March 2024 Fund Balances 31 March 2025 Incoming Outgolng resources resources Transfers Rtricted funds The National Lottery Community Fund, RC Midlands Region BCC Children In Need FFF NHS England DCMS Community C Of L Forward Carers Total Restrlcted 6,908 4.708 1,750 76,500 38,000 34,833 3.176 9.990 85,337 40,229 32,650 3.176 9.990 2.300 371 2,479 3,933 457 24,707 38,530 (457) 49.154 211,653 49,238 220,620 24,623 31,406 1,843 Unrestrleted Re8erves Designated Bimiingham and Solihull ICB General funds 80,000 3.915 4.025 87,940 10,000 (5,000) (6,843) (1,843) 90,000 6,130 6,420 102,550 29,356 6,722 36,078 22,141 (2,516) 19,625 Total Funds Children ID Iyeed Grant for mentoring and activities for children and young people affected by Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia 126,470 247,731 240,245 133,956 BCC Prevention And Communities Grant funding to run befriending and peer support service for citizens affected by Sickle Cell as part of BCC communities and prevention strate&v Forward CArer8 Service to support Carers across Binningham who look after someone. predominently children with Sickle Cell, Thalassaemia and Comorbidity. Grant used for $tatfing, Carer related support s¢rvic¢s and interventions. The Natlonal IA)ttery Community Fund, RC Midlands Region Reaching Communiti¢s Community Fund will continu¢ and expand our offer of SrIalIsed support to people suffering from Sickle Cell Anaemia and Thalassaemia. Fairer Futures Fund (FFF) To run a 2 year peer mentoring proj¢ct for 18.30 living with Sickle Cell fund¢d by the Heart of England CF NHS England One off grant to conduct a research study regarding health seeking behaviours for parents with Sickle Cell seeking acute and emergency &qre 27
OSCAR Birniingham Ltd Notes to the Aceounts (cont.) Year ended 31 March 2025 11. Net Assets Analyslj Between Funds Unre8trAeted Restritted funds funds 2025 Total 2024 Total Tangible Fixed assets Current assets Creditors due within one year 550 129,126 (27,126) 102,550 550 647 160,532 140.953 (27.126) (15,130) 133,956 126,470 31.406 31,406 12. SOFA Comparatives Statement of Financxal Activltles ( includes summary of income and expendlture) Year ended 31 March 2024 Notes Unrestricted & Designated FuDds Restricted Fund8 Total Fund8 2024 Income from Donations and legacies Investments Charitable Activities 2(a) 4,240 1,502 29,181 4,240 1,502 268,145 2(b) 238,964 Total Income 34.923 238,964 273,887 Expenditure on Charitable activities 29,591 206,575 236,166 Total Expenditure 29,591 206.575 236.166 Iyet Income 5,332 32,389 37,721 Net movement in funds 5,332 32.389 37.721 Transfer of Funds Reconciliation of Funds: Total funds brought forward 82,608 6,141 88,749 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 87,940 38.530 126.470