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← The Brompton Fountain Royal Brompton & Harefield Family Support Group

2023-12-31-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 1[st] January 2023 (Period start date) To 31[st] December 2023 (Period end date)

Charity name: The Brompton Fountain Royal Brompton & Harefield Family Support Group Working name: The Brompton Fountain

Charity registration number: 1110339

Objectives and Activities

Objectives and Activities
SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the
charity as set out in its governing
document		 Para 1.17 1. To provide support to former, present and
future patients of the Paediatric Unit of The
Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Trust (and any
successor hospital(s)) (‘The Unit’), their parents
and families.
2. To provide or assist in the provision at the unit
of equipment, facilities, and services not
normally provided by the statutory authorities.
3. The support and promotion of research for the
public benefit into the causes, diagnosis,
treatment and prevention of cardiovascular &
respiratory disease.
4. Any purpose ancillaryto 1. to 3. above.
Summary of the main activities in
relation to those purposes for the
public benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or services
identified in the accounts.		 Para 1.17 and 1.19 Young patients and their families are at the very
heart of everything we. Each year we welcome more
members to groups, more attendees at our events
and take more phone calls, emails, and messages.
In 2023 we ran events in the community for
‘Brompton Families’. Events included a trip to
KidZania at Westfield Shopping Centre, a day out at
Bekonscot railway, a Virtual Paint Party for
grandparents and football matches at Chelsea
Football ground – Stamford Bridge. All events were
very well attended and received excellent feedback
from guests.
We held internal hospital events, including
children's activity afternoons, parents’ coffee
afternoons, parents pamper evenings, and seasonal
events such as our Halloween trick or treat and
Christmas Santa's Grotto.
The Brompton Fountain supported and facilitated
the meetings of Trailblazers, a youth forum for 13–
25-year-oldpatients of Royal Brompton and

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Harefield hospitals. They provide feedback to the hospitals regarding their own experiences as young patients. The group met regularly for catch-up discussions, as well as planned activities. These activities included online escape rooms, music/painting workshops, virtual bake-along, and online games. Bereaved families were supported throughout the year, through meetings and telephone communications. Memory boxes were created by the team and distributed, along with fingerprint memory jewellery. The charity also funded and co organised, with the hospital Family Liaison Officer, the annual hospital Remembrance Day. This is a formal occasion for bereaved families, featuring a non-religious service with music and readings, refreshments, and a balloon release. Additional support was provided to children and families in a variety of ways, including the following: • Staff and volunteers visited the children’s wards to offer help and support, often in unsociable hours and over the weekend period. • Welcome bags containing useful items and a Brompton Fountain teddy bear were given out to families on a regular basis to those being admitted to Royal Brompton Hospital. • Essential packs (containing personal items such as toothbrush, shampoo, and clothing detergent) were provided (and distributed through ward staff) for those who arrived as an emergency on to the paediatric wards. • Parent amenities were provided in the intensive care unit and accommodation kitchens. This included hot drinks, snacks, clothing detergent and leaflets. • General support was given to families out in the community. • Information and advice were provided to families daily through the use of email, telephone and text message. Social media channels were also used as a regular communication tool - the Facebook pages and Twitter account were extremely active. Users shared birthdays and other special events. The Facebook ‘closed group’ further grew, attracting hundreds of parents and older patients. This group provided members with a way to chat and ask questions in a private and more secure environment. • Meal vouchers (used for hot/cold food in the hospital canteen and coffee shop) were provided for families who were undergoing financial difficulties due to long stays at the hospital or other lack of personal income.

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•The charity sourced and purchased large numbers
of items for the hospital playrooms at Royal
Brompton (both within the main ward and in the
outpatient department) and school. This included
toys, art and craft supplies, a regular entertainer,
musical mobiles, entertainment equipment (DVD
players, DVDs, televisions), sensory equipment,
small treats, and bravery rewards.
•Working closely with the fetal medicine team we
helped to provide support and information service
for families who have received a cardiac condition
diagnosis in their unborn child.
•Support was given to breastfeeding and
expressing mothers through the provision of
specialist items such as breast pads, breast pumps.
•Seasonal ‘goody bags’ were distributed to young
patients, siblings, and parents/carers at several
points in the year.
•On Christmas Day we distributed festive family
‘hamper’ bags filled with chocolates, biscuits, and
gifts specifically for parents. Families were also
offered support and advice. Funds were provided
for wide array of larger toys for each patient/sibling
Christmas gift bag.
•The charity purchased medical equipment
including INR machines to enable home blood
testing for children using blood-thinning medication.
•Funding was provided for improving the ward
environment, using wall stickers and other
decorations, including Christmas trees.
•The charity worked closely with the hospital arts
department on various projects. This included
funding one day a week musician for the
department. The member of staff works with young
patients, singing songs and playing musical
instruments, helping to promote creativity and
relaxation.
•The charity ran information and awareness
campaigns for heart and lung conditions using social
media and posters. This included especially designed
artwork explaining many medical conditions and
procedures and looking at psychological issues
surrounding areas such as scar worries.
•Working with numerous other paediatric
departments, such as the physiotherapy team and
dietitians to provide equipment and resources for
patients.
Statement confirming whether
the trustees have had regard to
the guidance issued by the Charity
Commission onpublic benefit		 Para 1.18 The Trustees have read and have had regard to the
guidance issued by the Charity Commission on
public benefit.

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Additional information (optional)

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SORP reference
Policy on grant making Para 1.38 The charity does not currently provide grants.
Policy on social investment
including program related
investment		 Para 1.38 N/A
Contribution made by volunteers Para 1.38 We received assistance from our team of highly
valued and enthusiastic volunteers.
They helped at fundraising events such as cake sales
and seasonal fairs, with the coordination of small
community support activities and with tea/coffee
services for families. They also aided the charity
beneficiaries by preparing welcome bags and gifts
and setting up activities on the wards. We are
grateful to our corporate partners who provided
large numbers of volunteers throughout the year,
and to all our weeklyvolunteer team members.
Other

Achievements and Performance

SORP reference
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to the
circumstances of its beneficiaries
and any wider benefits to society
as a whole.		 Para 1.20 In 2022 we launched a survey to shape the support
we deliver moving forward. The survey received 123
responses in total. The survey explored all aspects
of The Brompton Fountain family support services
both in hospital and in the community. We used the
results from the survey to create our family support
plan for 2023, implementing and refining services
for our beneficiaries.
Large numbers of families with sick children were
helped and supported within the hospital, at home
and within the local community. This work was led
by our Family Support Team. The charity continued
to build and maintain strong relationships with staff
members within the hospital and supported various
teams with funds for equipment, resources, and
activities.
Membership figures grew, due to regular ward
visits, through social media and brand awareness
across the Trust. The charity Facebook and Twitter
accounts were extremely popular,beingupdated

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daily and encouraging interaction between members. The charity built further relationships with businesses, gaining their support through donations, fundraising and volunteering. Community fundraising efforts were extremely strong – with patients, families and staff raising money, driven forward by our team. Many local events such as family fun days, cake sales and sponsored activities were undertaken bringing in valued funds.

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Achievements against
objectives set		 Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives set		 Para 1.41 The charity’s’ Head of Fundraising and Engagement
consults with families, supporters, and corporate
partners to build our fundraising income.
Those wishing to conduct activities or hold events to
raise funds were given full support and advice.
To build on our already successful event fundraising
we recruited a new Coordinator,November 2023.
Investment performance
against objectives		 Para 1.41
Other

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Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end of
theperiod		 Para 1.21 The charity remains strong financially.
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held		 Para 1.22 The Brompton Fountain is committed to maintaining
a minimum level of reserves of £150,000 at any one
time which represents 8 months running costs.
The Trustees recognise the need for annual budgets
and updated rolling forecasts through the year to
take into account changes in financial circumstances
to manage and mitigate potential shortfalls in
fundraising income and related reductions in
expenditure.
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 £150,000
Reasons for holding zero
reserves		 Para 1.22 N/A
Details of fund materially in
deficit		 Para 1.24 No funds are in deficit
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the charity
continuingas agoingconcern		 Para 1.23 None

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The charity’s principal sources
of funds (including any
fundraising)		 Para 1.47 The charity’s main sources of income are
community fundraising, direct donations from
families and via our corporate partners (coordinated
by our CEO and Head of Fundraising & Engagement).
We also carry out Brompton Fountain led events
and activities.
Investment policy and
objectives including any social
investment policy adopted		 Para 1.46 We do not currently make any investments but keep
all cash on deposit.
A description of the principal
risks facing the charity		 Para 1.46
Other

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Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document
(trust deed,royal charter)		 Para 1.25 Trust Deed
How is the charity constituted?
(e.g. unincorporated
association,CIO)		 Para 1.25 Trust
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of any
person or body entitled to
appoint one or more trustees		 Para 1.25 Appointed by a resolution

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You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction and
training of trustees		 Para 1.51 New trustees are provided with an induction pack
and full briefing on charity policies and procedures.
They also undergo an enhanced DBS check.
The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the charity
works		 Para 1.51 The charity currently holds seven trustees on the
board.
Relationship with any related
parties		 Para 1.51
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name The Brompton Fountain Royal Brompton & Harefield Family Support
Group
Other name the charityuses The Brompton Fountain
Registered charitynumber 1110339
Charity’s principal address Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney Street
London
SW3 6NP

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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20		 Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for whole year Name of person (or body) entitled to
appoint trustee(if any)
Dr M Rigby Chairman
C Milner Secretary
L Strachan
Dr P Daubeney
Dr L Fleming
N Nyoni
V Borwick Appointed June 2023

Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name N/A

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for wholeyear
N/A

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Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held
in this capacity		 N/A
Name and objects of the
charity on whose behalf the
assets are held and how this
falls within the custodian
charity’s objects		 N/A
Details of arrangements for
safe custody and segregation of
such assets from the charity’s
own assets		 N/A

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

ames and addresses of advisers (Optional information) ames and addresses of advisers (Optional information) ames and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of
adviser
Name
Address
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Trudy Nickels – Chief Executive

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

Other optional information

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Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the Board of Trustees:

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023

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Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2023

Notes
Income from:
Donations and legacies
2
Charitable activities
2
Other trading activities
2
Investments		 2023
2022
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
£
212,139
0
212,139
186,211
107,304
8,010
115,314
118,557
4,967
0
4,967
6,516
0
0
0
0
Total Income 324,410
8,010
332,420
311,284
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
3
Charitable activities
3
Separate material item of expense
Other		 41,791
0
41,791
42,934
292,447
8,010
300,457
269,559
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total Expenditure 334,238
8,010
342,248
312,493
Net income/(expenditure) before
transfers and investment gains/(losses)
Net gains/(losses) on investments
Net income/(expenditure)
Extraordinary items
Transfers between funds
Other recognised gains/(losses)		 (9,828)
0
(9,828)
(1,209)
0
0
0
0
(9,828)
0
(9,828)
(1,209)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Net movement in funds (9,828)
0
(9,828)
(1,209)
Reconciliation of funds:
Fund Balances brought forward at 1 January 2023
11		 242,851
0
242,851
244,060
Fund Balances carried forward at 31 December 2023 233,023
0
233,023
242,851

The notes on pages 14 to 21 form part of these financial statements. All activities relate to continuing operations.

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Balance Sheet at 31 December 2023

Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
Investments
Total fixed assets
Current assets
Stocks
6
Debtors
7
Investments
Cash at bank and in hand
8
Total current assets
Creditors: amounts falling due
within one year
9
Net current assets
Creditors: amounts falling due
after one year		 2023
2022
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
£
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
3,000
0
3,000
3,000
75,189
0
75,189
19,094
0
0
0
0
201,281
0
201,281
256,676
279,471
0
279,471
278,770
46,448
0
46,448
35,919
233,023
0
233,023
242,851
0
0
0
0
Total net assets 233,023
0
233,023
242,851
Funds of the Charity
Restricted income funds
11
Unrestricted funds
11
Revaluation reserve		 0
0
0
0
233,023
0
233,023
242,851
0
0
0
0
Total charity funds 233,023
0
233,023
242,851

The financial statements of The Brompton Fountain Royal Brompton & Harefield Family Support Group Charity, registered number 1110339, were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 28 October 2024.

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Notes forming part of these Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023

1. Accounting Policies

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), “Accounting and Reporting by Charities” applicable to charities in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014, the Charities Act 2011 and UK Generally Accepted Practice as it applies from 1 January 2015.

The Charity is a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.

The Financial Statements are prepared on the going concern basis which assumes that the charity will continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. The Board of Trustees have considered the working capital and cash flow requirements and consider that the current and forecast cash resources are sufficient to cover the working capital requirements of the Charity for at least 8 months.

No material prior year errors have been identified in the reporting period.

Accounting estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objects of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes. Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the Board of Trustees for particular purposes. Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised for particular purposes. The cost 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.

All incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when the Charity is legally entitled to the income, and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.

All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with use of the resources.

Expenditure on raising funds includes the generation of voluntary funds, the salary costs, the associated administration and cost of fundraising events, such IT, printing and stationery, and postage.

Expenditure on charitable activities includes all costs identified as wholly or mainly incurred in the pursuit of the charitable objects of the charity. These costs constitute direct costs together with apportionment of support costs and governance.

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Accounting Policies (continued)

Pension costs for the defined contribution scheme are charged to the accounts on an accruals basis in accordance with FRS 102 and SORP 2015. Details of the pension schemes are disclosed in note 5 to the accounts.

Stock is valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value.

Cash at bank and in hand is held to meet the day to day running costs of the Charity.

Creditors are amounts owed by the Charity. They are measured at the amount that the Charity expects to have to pay to settle the debt. Amounts which are owed in more than a year are shown as long-term creditors.

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2. Analysis of Income

Donations
and legacies:
Charitable
activities:
Other
trading
activities:
Income from
investments:		 Donations and gifts
Gift Aid
Legacies
General grants provided by
government/other charities
Membership subscriptions and
sponsorships which are in substance
donations
Donated goods, facilities and services
Total donations and legacies
General
Total charitable activities
Merchandise Sales
Other
Total other trading activities
Interest income
Dividend income
Rental and leasing income
Other
Total income from investments		 2023
2022
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
£
188,290
0
188,290
157,218
23,849
0
23,849
28,993
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
212,139
0
212,139
186,211
107,304
8,010
115,314
118,557
107,304
8,010
115,314
118,775
4,967
0
4,967
6,516
0
0
0
0
4,967
0
4,967
6,516
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total Income 324,410
8,010
332,420
311,284

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3. Analysis of Expenditure

Expenditure on
raising funds:
Expenditure on
charitable
activities:		 Incurred seeking donations
Advertising, marketing, direct mail,
publicity
Database development costs
Total expenditure on raising funds
Charitable activities
Other
Total expenditure on charitable
activities		 2023
2022
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
£
41,791
0
41,791
42,934
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
41,791
0
41,791
42,934
292,447
8,010
300,457
269,559
0
0
0
0
292,447
8,010
300,457
269,559
Total expenditure 334,238
8,010
342,248
312,493

4. Fees for examination of the accounts

2023 2022
Total Total
£ £
Independent examiner’s fees 1,140 900
Assurance services other than audit or independent examination 0 0
Tax advisory fees 0 0
Other fees (for example: financial advice, consultancy, accountancy
services) paid to the independent examiner 0 0

5. Pension Costs

Defined contribution pensions of £7,323 (2022 £5,461) were charged to support costs as unrestricted expenditure.

6. Stocks

Analysis of stock
Charitable activities
Other trading activities		 2023
2022
Total
Total
£
£
0
0
3,000
3,000
Total stock 3,000
3,000

No stock was pledged as security for liabilities

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7. Debtors and Prepayments

Analysis of debtors
Trade debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
Other debtors		 2023
2022
Total
Total
£
£
1,000
1,000
74,189
18,094
0
0
Total debtors and prepayments 75,189
19,094

8. Cash at Bank and In Hand

Analysis of cash at bank and in hand
Short term cash investments (less than 3 months maturity date)
Short term deposits
Cash at bank and on hand
Other		 2023
2022
Total
Total
£
£
0
0
0
0
201,281
256,676
0
0
Total cash at bank and in hand 201,281
256,676

9. Creditors and Accruals

Analysis of creditors
Bank loans and overdrafts
Other loans
Trade creditors
Accruals and deferred income
Taxation and social security
Other creditors		 Amounts falling due
within one year
Amounts falling due after
more than one year
2023
2022
2023
2022
Total
Total
Total
Total
£
£
£
£
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
24,696
0
0
30,583
11,074
0
0
13,776
149
0
0
2,089
0
0
0
Total creditors and accruals 46,448
35,919
0
0

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10. Comparative Statement of Financial Activities Year ended 31 December 2022 Analysed by Fund Type

Notes
Income from:
Donations and legacies
2
Charitable activities
2
Other trading activities
2
Investments		 2022
2021
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
£
186,211
0
186,211
90,289
118,557
0
118,557
104,573
6,516
0
6,516
9,452
0
0
0
0
Total Income 311,284
0
311,284
204,314
Expenditure on:
Raising funds
3
Charitable activities
3
Separate material item of expense
Other		 42,934
0
42,934
42,391
269,559
0
269,559
222,694
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total Expenditure 312,493
0
312,493
265,085
Net income/(expenditure) before
transfers and investment gains/(losses)
Net gains/(losses) on investments
Net income/(expenditure)
Extraordinary items
Transfers between funds
Other recognised gains/(losses)		 (1,209)
0
(1,209)
(60,771)
0
0
0
0
(1,209)
(0)
(1,209)
(60,771)
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Net movement in funds (1,209)
0
(1,209)
(60,771)
Reconciliation of funds:
Fund Balances brought forward at 1 January
11		 244,060
0
244,060
304,831
Fund Balances carried forward at 31 December 242,851
0
242,851
244,060

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11. Charity Funds

Year end 31 December 2023:

Fund names
Type PE,
EE R or
UR
Purpose and
Restrictions*
Grants
R
Equipment
General Funds
U
General
Charitable
Activities
Other Funds
N/A
N/A		 Fund
balances
brought
forward
01/01/2023
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Gains
and
losses
Fund
balances
carried
forward
31/12/23
£
£
£
£
£
£
0
8,010
(8,010)
0
0
0
242,851
324,410
(334,238)
0
0
233,023
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total funds 242,851
332,420
(342,248)
0
0
233,023

* Key: PE - permanent endowment funds; EE - expendible endowment funds; R - restricted income funds, including special trusts, of the charity; and U - unrestricted funds

Year end 31 December 2022:

Fund names
Type PE,
EE R or
UR
Purpose and
Restrictions*
Grant
R
Equipment
General Funds
U
General
Charitable
Activities
Other Funds
N/A
N/a		 Fund
balances
brought
forward
01/01/2022
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Gains
and
losses
Fund
balances
carried
forward
31/12/22
£
£
£
£
£
£
0
0
0
0
0
0
244,060
311,284
(312,493)
0
0
242,851
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total funds 244,060
311,284
(312,493)
0
0
242,851

* Key: PE - permanent endowment funds; EE - expendible endowment funds; R - restricted income funds, including special trusts, of the charity; and U - unrestricted funds

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12. Transactions with trustees and related parties

None of the trustees have been paid any remuneration or received any other benefits from an employment with the charity or a related entity.

13. Post Balance Sheet Events

None.

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