REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER : 1110970
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD: 1 OCTOBER 2022 TO 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 FOR: EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS
EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period 01 October 2022 to 30 September 2023
| Content | Page |
|---|---|
| Independent examiner's Report | 1 |
| Income and Expenditure Account | 2 |
| Balance Sheet | 3 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 4 to 6 |
| Receipt and Payment Account | 8 |
| Trustees' Report | 9 |
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF: EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS (E A V)
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs for the period 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The church’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The church’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners under section 145 (5) (b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees
concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a
‘true and fair view’ and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
(a) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
(b) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requiremnts of the 2011 Act have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Ezekiel Lokwa 27 June 2024.
7 Avebury Close Salford Manchester M7 4RZ
estlokwa@yahoo.co.uk
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EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT for the Period Ended 30 September Notes
| INCOME Donations Grants Investment gains 2 Other Receipts Total Receipts: EXPENDITURE Building maintenance & repairs Events Ministers expenses Mission Project expenses Rent Social support Staff costs Administrative expenses Equipment Finance costs Marketing & Advertising Sundries Gas & Electricity Volunteers expenses Professional fees Insurance Dues and Subscriptions Total Expenditure: Depreciation charges: Surplus or (Deficit) for Period: |
2023 £ 93,152 42,153 52 249 21,103 11,400 3,089 6,831 16,275 26,000 8,167 8,585 1,316 3,538 1,642 1,165 920 5,500 7,426 5,415 1,469 - |
£ 135,606 129,841 2,878 2,887 |
2022 £ 67,852 27,730 - 3,000 9,992 3,037 5,148 1,544 - 14,563 1,771 - 20,246 2,500 1,951 - 167 352 - - - 649 |
£ 98,582 61,920 - |
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| 36,662 |
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EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
| BALANCE SHEET as at 30 September 2023 2023 £ Fixed assets: 5 15,872 Current assets: 6 25,056 Prepayments and accrued income: - Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 7 3,352 - Net current assets (liabilities): 37,576 Total assets less current liabilities: 37,576 Creditors: amount falling due after more than one - Provision for liabilities: - Accruals and deffered income: - Total net assets (liabilities): 37,576 Total funds: 8 37,576 |
2022 £ - 34,689 - - |
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| 34,689 | |
| 34,689 - - - |
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| 34,689 | |
| 34,689 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS For the period 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
Basis of preparing the financial statements The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, 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)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
Income
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
Expenditure
Expenditure Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, 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 accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
Fixtures and fittings - 15% Straight line method Plant and Machinery - 25% Straight line Method
Taxation
The charity is exempted from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature of and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statement .
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS For the period 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023
2 INVESTMENT INCOME
Period 01.10.2022 to 30.09.2023 Year Ended 30.09.2022 Deposit account interest 52 -
3. TRUSTEES REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
None of the Trustees {or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the Charity during the year.
Trustees Expenses
Trustees expenses of £2,039 were incurred for the year ended 30 September 2023 to cover transportation, trainings and events related to the charity.
4. STAFF COSTS
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows: 3
5. TANGIBLE ASSETS
| Fixtures and fittings £ At 01 October 2022 - Additions 18,100 At 30 September 2023 18,100 DEPRECIATION At 1 October 2022 Charge for year At 30 September 2023 |
Plant and Machinery Total £ £ - - 650 18,750 650 18,750 Fixtures and fittings Plant and Machinery Total £ £ £ - - - 2,715 163 2,878 2,715 163 2,878 |
Plant and Machinery Total £ £ - - 650 18,750 650 18,750 Fixtures and fittings Plant and Machinery Total £ £ £ - - - 2,715 163 2,878 2,715 163 2,878 |
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| 2,878 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS For the period 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023 NEW BOOK VALUE
| For the period 1 October 2022 to 30 September 2023 NEW BOOK VALUE |
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|---|---|
| At September 2023 15,385 487 At October 2022 - - 6. CURRENT ASSETS 2023 £ Debtors 9,910 Cash at Bank 15,146 TOTAL 25,056 7. CREDITORS: AMOUNT FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2023 £ 3,352 8. TOTAL FUND 34,689 2,887 |
15,872 - 2022 £ - 34,689 |
| 34,689 | |
| 2022 £ - 37,576 |
9. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES
There were no related party transactions for the period ended 30 September 2023.
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EGLISE ARMEE DES VAINQUEURS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT for the Period Ended 30 September 2023
| RECEIPTS Donations Grants Investment gains Other Receipts Total Receipts: PAYMENTS Building maintenance & repairs Events Ministers expenses Mission Project expenses Rent Social support Staff costs Administrative expenses Equipment Finance costs Marketing & Advertising Sundries Gas & Electricity Volunteers expenses Professional fees Insurance Dues and Subscriptions Total Expenditure: Other payments: Fixtures and Fittings Plant and Machinery Loan Repayment Debtors Creditors Total Payments: NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS) Cash at bank and in hand at Start Cash at bank and in hand at End |
2023 £ 93,152 42,153 52 249 21,103 11,400 3,089 6,831 16,275 26,000 8,167 8,585 1,316 3,538 1,642 1,165 920 5,500 7,426 5,415 1,469 - 2,950 650 |
£ 135,606 129,841 3,600 - 133,441 9,910 11,798 155,149 19,543 - 34,689 15,146 |
2022 £ 67,852 27,730 - 3,000 9,992 3,037 5,148 1,544 - 14,563 1,771 - 20,246 2,500 1,951 - 167 352 - - - 649 - - |
£ 98,582 61,920 - 2,806 |
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| 64,726 - - 64,726 33,856 833 |
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| 34,689 |
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Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From: 01/10/2022 To : 30/09/2023
Charity name: Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs
Charity registration number:1110970
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference |
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 |
The advancement of the Christian faith, both within the UK and overseas, by the establishment and/or support of bible schools and by such other exclusively charitable means as the trustees shall from time to time determine. The relief of poverty hardship and distress among Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Migrants of French speaking African origin, who are residing in the UK, by the provision advice, information and counselling services on welfare benefits, housing matters, personal and financial matters, community services and health issues. The provision, in the interests of social welfare, of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupation among members of the French speaking African community within the West Midlands area. To promote and advance the Christian faith setting up school of bible and training servants and by giving support and assistance to Christians and non-Christians living in the UK and worldwide. To preserve and protect the physical and mental health of African Refugees woman and their dependants and help them integrate fully in British society. To advance the education and training of Refugees women and their dependants in need thereof so as to advance them in life and assist them in their rehabilitation within a new community. To advance the education of the public in general about the issues relating to refugees and asylum-seekers. |
| 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 |
The advancement of the Christian faith:two in-person and one remote weekly fellowship services for spiritual growth and support through bible teachings/preaching, praise & worship services and motivational engagement. The relief of poverty hardship and distress:Regular food parcel sharing, providing transportation to and from |
| medical appointments and essential services. Our Alpha 2 Omega program is supporting individuals with career, education and entrepreneurship advice. Also, signposting to relevant services to help with accommodation, special needs helps and physical/mental health support. In addition, assisting those in need of employment with CV building, job hunting, interview techniques and advice. The provision, in the interests of social welfare of facilities for recreation:Providing the community of Coventry with a centre for community activities for leisure, education, networking to strengthen cohesion, networking and togetherness. To promote and advance the Christian faith:Holding conferences, conventions, seminars and lecturers for Bible scriptural teaching for families. To preserve and protect the physical and mental health:holding workshops to address issues affecting mental and physical health, providing support to SEND families. Assisting the elderly by providing befriending services. To advance the education and training:Regular coaching, mentoring and extra curriculum activities for families, children and young people to help with exam preparation, youth leisure activities, debate, talent shows, competition and enrichment trips. |
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| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 |
The trustees of Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. The trustees ensured that due diligence and care were taken to ensure that all activities, events and projects, followed the laws and were done in accordance with our policies and done for the benefit of the public. |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| SORP reference |
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| Policy on grant making | Para 1.38 |
Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs does not provide grants to the public nor to other organisations, therefore we don’t have a grant making policy. |
| Policy on social investment including program related investment |
Para 1.38 |
Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs has not made any social investment or program related to investment, and therefore does not have such policy. |
| Contribution made by volunteers |
Para 1.38 |
Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs has worked with volunteers, growing its volunteers base from six to twenty-five and each volunteer donated over four-hundred hours of their time. |
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| 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 | Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs has continued work on refurbishing its headquarters premises, which it is using as a community centre for community activities to promote networking, cultural celebration, heritage, and community cohesion. We have continued to support the community through our youth club activities, music concerts, WTAL retreats and conventions, enrichment trips for families, workshops, and women’s brunch to promote networking and educate families on services that can offer them support. We have offered support to families who required help with SEND services and orientation such as disable badges, house adaptation support application with the local authorities and securing welfare support such a DLA and PIP. We have provided a safe space for the youth of Coventry to meet on a regular basis to play indoor sports as well as games, share a light meal and debate on contemporary issues and talent competition. We have provided a platform for children with special needs to learn, spend time with other kids, playing, colouring and doing activities that stimulate learning. We have been a voice for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers communities around Coventry, to fight for their acceptance, enhancement of services that benefit them. Including providing career development support such as CV support, Interview preparation, upskilling and entrepreneurship advice. |
| Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: |
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| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | The advancement of the Christian faith:over fifty families regularly attended weekly fellowship services, received spiritual advice, teaching and counselling. The relief of poverty hardship and distress: Counselling support to over 130 individuals, and signposting for accommodation, benefits, and grants for families. In addition, a regular youth club, enrichment trips for families which were free of charge took place for participating families. In addition, we offered volunteering opportunities and employability programs to help community members with employment searches. |
| The provision, in the interests of social welfare of facilities for recreation:We have been able to hire out the centre to over seventy-five community groups and over thirty families for recreational activities, community networking and celebration. To preserve and protect the physical and mental health:Through our regular weekly workshops, we explore topics related to mental and physical health, invite professionals who speak to the participants and signpost them to required services if necessary. We have helped over a hundred people for the course of the year. We have provided through our YANA programme counselling to more than a 100 people. We have also established a physical activity program to ensure individuals within the community develop routines of physical activities and healthy eating habits. |
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| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | For this accounting period, we have raised £135,606 through donations from EAV members and grants from: - The National Lottery Community Fund - The Heart of England Community Foundation - The Allen Edward Higgs Charity - Think Active - National Health Service Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board -Local Giving |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | No Investments were made through this accounting period. |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | See accounts |
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| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | See accounts |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | See accounts |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | The income was restricted, allocated to specific projects and defined core costs of the charity. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | See accounts |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | We have a lot of community members in need of our help especially due to the cost-of-living crisis. However, we do struggle to raise necessary funds to support everyone who need our assistance. Our charity depends on donations and members’ |
contributions. However, we are currently developing our fundraising strategy to tap into other sources of funding to continue our work.
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | The principal sources of funds for the charity are its members and voluntary donations. |
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| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | Not Applicable |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | The principal risks facing the charity is maintaining the core costs related to the maintenance, lease fees and bills for the centre. Additionally, is not being able to support all the community members in need of our support throughout the cost-of-living crisis. Having enough volunteering hours form out volunteers as many are taking up extra hours on their paid employment to cope with the increased cost of living. |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs | |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | Unincorporated Charity |
| 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 | The trustees elect other trustees. |
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees |
Para 1.51 | - Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults - Equality and Diversity - Volunteering - Complaints Handling - Finance Policy -Health and Safety |
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| -GDPR | ||
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| The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works |
Para 1.51 | Chair: Deborah K Lwabeya Secretary: Lorraine M M Moli Treasurer: Furcy Mbung EAV Church Members Our Network: - Coventry City Council - Warwickshire County Council - Sana’a Ya Leo CIC - Maya and Co. Solicitors - The Law Partnership solicitors - Coventry Voluntary Action - Warwickshire Community and Voluntary Action - Nexgen International - Assemblies of God - Empowerment Ministry Foundation - Empowered and Equipped People CIC - The Highlife Centre - Christian Life Ministry Church - Faithways International - AFRICAN FRENCH SPEAKING COMMUNITY SUPPORT |
| Relationship with any related parties |
Para 1.51 | The Chairperson |
| Other |
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Eglise Armee des Vainqueurs |
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| Other name the charity uses | Not Applicable |
| Registered charity number | 1110970 |
| Charity’s principal address | 50 Freehold Street Coventry CV1 5BH |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
| 1 2 3 |
Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deborah K Lwabeya |
Chair | Whole Year | Current Trustees of the Charity |
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| Furcy Mbung | Treasurer | June 2024 | Current Trustees of the Charity |
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| Lorraine M M M Moli |
Secretary | Whole Year | Current Trustees of the Charity |
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 whole year ** | |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | ||
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) |
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| Type of adviser Name Address |
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| Legal | Abdul Khan | 452 Foleshill Road, Coventry, CV6 5LB |
| Financial | Ezekiel Lokwa | 7 Avebury Close, Salford, M7 4RZ |
| Legal | Maya Ali | 434 Foleshill Road, Coventry, CV6 5JX |
| Fundraising | Shola Lana | 161 Sumner Road, London, England, SE15 6JL |
| Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) | ||
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
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Signature(s)
Furcy Mbung (Jun 29, 2024 18:45 GMT+1)
Furcy Mbung Lorraine Marthe Mary Madeleine
Full name(s) Deborah Kamuanya
Moli
Lwabeya
Position (eg Chair Treasurer Secretary
Secretary, Chair,
etc)
Date 28/06/2024 28/06/2024 28/06/2024
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