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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH SEPTEMBER 2021
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
Report and Accounts Contents Page:
- Company Information 3-6 Directors report
THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Company Information
Directors Fiona Brown Derek Purcell Tom Steele Paul Stephens Damien Anyasi Carl Fox
Charity number 1111955
Company number 05579516
Chair Fiona Brown
Treasurer Tom Steele
Registered office Malden Hall Herbert Street London NW5 4HD
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Registered number: 1111955 Directors' Report
The Trustees present their report and accounts for the year ended 30 September 2021.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in notes to the accounts and comply with the Organisation incorporated in England and Wales's, the Companies Act 2006 and the Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities", issued in March 2005.
Structure, governance, and management
The Organisation incorporated in England and Wales is a company limited by guarantee, Company registration number is 05579516.
The Thanet Youth and Community Centre is also registered as a charity in England and Wales, charity registration number is 1111955.
The Trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year were: Fiona Brown Michael Faulkner (Resigned 19 February 2021) Derek Purcell Tom Steele Paul Stephens Damien Anyasi
Risk Management
The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the organisation incorporated in England and Wales is exposed and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
Background of The Thanet Youth and Community Centre
The Thanet Youth and Community Centre (The Thanet) is a registered charity (no. 1111955) and company limited by guarantee (no. 559616) situated in Haverstock ward, London Borough of Camden. It has been in operation since 1945 and from our current premises since 1962.
The neighbourhood in which The Thanet is situated is affected by many inner-city problems associated with social deprivation and elevated levels of unemployment. It has a truly diverse community, with several households not speaking English as their first language at home.
We have sought to alleviate these problems through the provision of a secure and safe environment and a range of activities that meet the needs of our various users. Large numbers of people, young and old, use our premises regularly.
We seek to serve a multicultural community by providing facilities, for amongst others, Bengali groups, dance groups for both young and old ( B-Better hip-hop and Sage ballet), Castellers , drama, yoga, Capoeira and Yoshinkan Aikido (martial arts), and a local Caribbean church group. Ordinarily, the centre is in use seven days a week from 9am to 9pm all the year round.
Some of these activities were suspended at certain points throughout the pandemic due to various levels of lockdown. The only exceptions were one of our three regular Cocaine Anonymous (CA) groups, and our resident organic veg box scheme, Kentish Town Vegbox .
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The Thanet Youth and Community Centre’s objectives and activities
Our Aim:
Improve the quality of life for those living in the local community, i.e., Haverstock and neighbouring wards.
Our Objectives:
Run a twice-weekly youth club for young people from the local community that will build their self-confidence, resilience, and ability to develop positive friendships with their peers.
Work with a range of local partners to deliver our programmes and projects.
Be a community asset to the residents of Haverstock and neighbouring wards by providing free or affordable facilities, activities, classes, support groups and youth provision.
Provide a safe space for groups such as CA, Bengali women, elderly people and vulnerable people, considering their needs for anonymity and privacy.
Embrace users from across our diverse community, including different ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people and young people from all socio-economic backgrounds but specifically targeting those from low/no income families.
Ensure our provision is accessible to all, without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race, political views, religion, or other differences.
Provide training and workshops that will help local people gain the necessary skills they need to access educational and employment opportunities.
Our work throughout the pandemic.
This financial year we were impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic; we adapted well and still managed to provide a high level of service to our users and community.
The various levels of lockdowns meant we were unable to generate our regular income through room hire but were able to access various funding streams enabling us to provide services to our regular user groups by offering online support and face to face delivery for vulnerable young people delivering projects in line with the NYA guidelines.
We were able to continue with a high level of youth provision while taking adequate Covid-19 measures to reduce the risk of spreading amongst the group. During our face-to-face sessions we socially distanced, provided adequate PPE for staff and young people, and implemented a deep clean rota at the beginning and end of every session.
Youth Provision
Our twice weekly youth club continued throughout the pandemic.
For much of this financial year our target age group of young people were receiving remote schoolwork. Our youth provision therefore became an important service, giving young people a safe space, away from home, where they could socialise with their peers and be in a different environment to their often-overcrowded homes.
We also work with a high number of young people with educational and behavioural needs. Our service therefore became a much-needed respite for some families as well as the young people themselves.
At the end of every youth club session the young people and youth workers sit together and have a healthy cooked meal, prepared, cooked and served by the young people themselves. We use this time to discuss a range of topics, from TikTok to politics to the environment. These meals are often the only times they get to sit at a table and eat with their peers and are key to their social development.
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At certain points we were forced to move to online delivery where we would have discussions, play games and provide advice to our young people and their families. Coronavirus Update - Online Mentoring Sessions @ The Thanet - YouTube
We also worked with YES Outdoors to produce a short film where young people expressed the impact that Covid19 had had on their lives. Please lick the link below or copy and paste it to your browser.
https://youtu.be/UFio8CCNL6g
Supporting the Community Through Lockdown
We provided essential support to members of our local community at different stages of the Covid-19 lockdown. When the government announced that families/bubbles could use facilities, we opened our centre for young people and their families and members of the local community to book 1hr slots in our hall so they could exercise, play sports (badminton, tennis, table tennis) and have space away from their often-crowded households. We encouraged people to bring their own equipment, but we also supplied equipment if they couldn’t. After each session we carried out a complete sanitisation of the equipment and area used.
We carried out a weekly grocery delivery to our senior users where we provided them with essential food, cleaning and hygiene products, as well as weekly wellness checks over the phone to give them updates and help them understand what rules and restrictions were in place. This was an essential part of our support service as a lot of our 50+ group were housebound due to vulnerabilities and health conditions.
We also offered our users and community members free PPE packages consisting of masks, gloves, and hand gel, as it was reported to us that the cost of these items was extortionate, and people simply couldn’t afford them. Through our partnerships and charitable status, we were able to source the PPE at a considerable discount for the benefit of the community.
Coffee Morning
We continued to support our 50+ coffee morning by running face to face sessions and providing them with tech support sessions where they were given tips and advice on how to use tablets and apps enabling them to remain socially active even if they were unable to leave their home.
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Intergenerational Work + Partnership Work
We also worked in partnership with Yes Outdoors to provide a Christmas Hamper scheme where members of our 50+ coffee morning group received Christmas hampers containing Christmas wreaths as well as practical and enjoyable gifts. These hampers were put together by young people from our youth club.
Support Groups
As we provide a space for support groups such as CA , we were able to keep the building open for them whilst exercising enhanced cleaning and hygiene protocols and ensuring all users adhered to the relevant Covid-19 guidelines.
We also provided a safe space for PACE mentoring service to deliver 1-1 sessions with vulnerable young people enabling them to continue the important work they do in the area by offering them use of our facilities and equipment.
We also used the low level of footfall during the pandemic to make some much-needed improvements to our facilities including new flooring and redecorating the reception area, which is now a much more user-friendly and welcoming space.
We would like to make a special mention and extend our gratitude to the funders and partners that made it possible for us to continue to deliver such a high level of service despite the challenges we faced throughout the pandemic. Without them the valuable work and support we offer and give our community would not be possible.
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The Trustees, staff and users of The Thanet Youth and Community Centre thank you for your support.
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John Lyon’s Charity
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Yes Outdoors
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Two Magpies Fund
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Groundwork London Aldenham Club Trust
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Local Giving,
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Young Camden Foundation
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London Borough of Camden
Finally, we would like the thank our longest serving Director and Chair, Mike Faulkner, who resigned February 2021, for his many years of dedicated service to The Thanet. We welcome Carl Fox as our newest trustee and director of The Thanet.
On behalf of the board of Trustees
Fiona Brown
Director and Chair of the Board
Dated:
THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Report and accounts Contents
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| Independent examiner's report | 1 |
| Statement of financial activities | 2 |
| Balance sheet | 3 |
| Notes to the accounts | 4-8 |
THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
I report on the accounts of the Organisation incorporated in England and Wales for the year ended 30 September 2021, which are set out on pages 5 to 12.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and examiner
The Trustees, who are also the directors of Thanet Youth and Community Centre for the purposes of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The 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.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:
(i) examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
(ii) to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
(iii) to state whether particular 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 in 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
(a) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: (i) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006; and
(ii) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities;
b) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Date :
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021
| Incoming resources from generated funds Investment income 2 Incoming resources from charitable activities 3 Other incoming resources 4 Total incoming resources Resources expended 5 Charitable activities Activites in furtherance of the charity's objects Total resources expended Net (expenditure) / Income for the year Net movement in funds Fund balances at 1 October 2020 Fund balances at 30 September 2021 |
Unrestricted funds £ 77,286 28,867 106,153 87,381 87,381 18,772 10,727 29,499 |
Restricted funds £ 1 1 |
Total 2021 £ 77,286 28,867 106,153 87,381 87,381 18,772 10,728 29,500 |
Total 2020 £ 54,507 27,830 82,337 108,615 108,615 (26,278) 37,006 10,728 |
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The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006.
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Registered number: BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2021
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 7 Current assets Cash at bank Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 8 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year 9 Net assets Income funds Restricted funds Unrestricted funds Shareholders' funds |
2021 £ 764 30,014 (1,278) 28,736 29,500 - 29,500 1 29,499 29,500 |
2020 £ 1,648 19,870 (9,290) 10,580 12,228 (1,500) 10,728 1 10,727 10,728 |
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The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 30 September 2021. No member of the company has deposited a notice, pursuant to section 476, requiring an audit of these accounts.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the company keeps accounting records which comply with section 386 of the Act and for preparing accounts which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at the end of the financial year and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for the financial year in accordance with the requirements of sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to accounts, so far as applicable to the company.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to small companies within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.
The accounts were approved by the Board on
Fiona Brown Director and Chair of the Board
Company Registration No. 05579516
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2021
1 Accounting policies
1.1 Basis of preparation
The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards, the Statement of Recommended Practice, "Accounting and Reporting by Charities", issued in March 2005 and the Companies Act 2006.
1.2 Incoming resources
Legacies and donations
Legacies and donations are credited in the year in which they are received.
Grant income
Grant income is credited in the year in which it is received.
Investment Income
Income from investments is credited in the year in which it is received.
Interest receivable
Interest is credited in the year in which it is received.
1.3 Resources expended
Resources expended are included in the Statement of Financial activities on an accrual basis, inclusive of any VAT which cannot be recovered.
Allocation of expenditure
Certain expenditure is directly attributable to specific activities and has been included in those cost categories. Certain other costs, which are attributable to more than on activity, are apportioned across categories on the basis of an estimate the proportion of time spent by staff on those activities.
1.4 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost less estimated residual value of each asset over its expected useful life, as follows:
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
25% straight line
1.5 Fund accounting
The fund held by the charity are either
Unrestricted general funds - these are funds which can be used in accordance with the charitable objects at the discretion of the trustees.
Designated funds - these are funds set aside by the trustees out of unrestricted general funds for specific future purposes or projects.
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2021
Restricted funds - these are funds that can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restriction arise when specified by the donor of when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Endowment funds - these are funds that represent assets which must be held permanently by the charity. Income arising on the endowment fund can be used in accordance with the objects of the charity and is included in unrestricted income. Any capital gains or losses arising on the investments for part of the fund investment management charges and legal advice relating to the fund are charged against the fund.
| 2 Investment income Interest receivable |
2021 £ - - |
2020 £ - - |
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3 Incoming resources from charitable activities
| Unrestricted Restricted funds funds 2021 £ £ £ Income for use of premises (28,867) 77,286 48,419 Included within income relating to Income for use of premises are the following grants Grants - John Lyon's Charity 34,000 Local Givings 500 LBC Camden Alive 20,286 Other Revenue 10,900 Tesco Groundwork 2,440 YCF - Digital YW Grant 3,000 Grant 6,160 Donation - 77,286 4 Other incoming resources 2021 £ Income for use of premises 28,867 28,867 |
2020 £ 54,507 6,000 7,500 2,500 25,000 1,000 2,500 10,000 7 54,507 2020 £ 27,830 27,830 |
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 30 September 2021
5 Total resources expended
| Activities undertaken directly 6 Activities undertaken directly Other costs relating to comprise: Rates and Water Heating and lighting Insurance Office supplies & cleaning Repairs and renewals Telephone Printing, postage & stationery Legal and Professional charges Accountancy fees Depreciation of tangible FA Fire Safety Licence/ subscriptions Sundry expenses Catering Marketing & website Material for groups Staffing cost Youth Club 50s+ Coffee Morning Sewing Hub Fines and penalties Petty cash float reimbursement |
2021 £ 87,381 2021 £ 481 2,812 2,739 2,463 7,928 682 446 66 1,278 884 947 567 26 6,160 1,968 - 12,079 42,863 1,966 651 375 - 87,381 |
2020 £ 108,615 2020 £ 1,293 3,698 185 - 8,707 9,873 755 - - 1,390 884 667 292 109 7,412 1,946 2,541 68,933 - - - - 300 108,615 |
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 30 September 2021
7 Tangible fixed assets
| Cost At 1 October 2020 At 30 September 2021 Depreciation At 1 October 2020 Charge for the year At 30 September 2021 Net book value At 30 September 2021 At 30 September 2020 8 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Non-equity preference shares Other creditors 9 Creditors: amounts falling due after one year Trade creditors |
2021 £ 1,278 - 1,278 2021 £ - |
Fixtures, fittings & equipment £ 6,059 6,059 4,411 884 5,295 764 1,648 2020 £ 1,260 8,030 9,290 2020 £ 1,500 |
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THE THANET YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2021
| 10 Fund balances at 30 September 2019 are represented by: Tangible fixed assets Current assets Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year Restricted fund Analysis of net assets between funds |
Unrestricted funds £ 764 30,014 (1,278) - 29,500 |
Restricted funds £ - |
2021 £ 764 30,014 (1,278) - - 29,500 |
2020 £ 1,648 19,870 (9,290) (1,500) - 10,728 |
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