Registered number: 05795877
Charity number: 1114926
SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD.
(FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
UNAUDITED
TRUSTEES. REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

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CONTENTS
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Reference and Administrative Details of the Charltable companyg Its Trustees and
Advlser5
Trustees. Report
Ind•pendent Examlnerfs Report
Statemont ol Financlal Actlvlties
2-12
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Balance Sheet
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Statement of Cash Flow8
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Notes to the Flnanclal Statements
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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITABLE COMPANY, ITS TRUSTEES AND
ADVISERS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Trustees
R Elliott, Elected member
N F Kearns, Elected member, Chair
T Holliday, Elected member
F Raffai, Co-opted member (appointed 18 June 2025)
K A Ridley, Co-opted member (appointed 18 June 2025)
M Sanders, Co-opted member (appointed 18 June 2025)
s stones, Co-opted member
C Tyrell-Jones, Elected member
H J Williams, Co-opted member
Company regl8tered
number
05795877
Charity reglstered
number
1114926
Registered office
The Maple Centre
6 Oak Drive
Huntingdon
Cambrtdgeshire
PE29 7HN
Company sècrètary
D Middleton (retired 17 June 2025)
A Idris (appointed 18 June 2025)
Chlef •xecutive officer
C J Farrow {retired 30 April 2025)
M Freeman, interim CEO (appointed 30 April 2025)
Accountants
Streets Chartered Accountants
Potton House
Wyboston Lakes
Great North Road
Wyboston
Bedford
MK44 3BZ
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TRUSTEES. REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the charitsble company for the
year from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025. The Annual Report serles the purposes of both a Trustees, report and
a directors, report under company law. The Trustees confirm that the Annual Report and financial statements of
the charitable company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable
company's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice {SORP)
applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019).
Since the charitable company qualifies as small under section 382 of the Companies Act 2006, the Strategic
Report required of medium and large companies under the Companies Act 2006 (Strategic Report and Directors,
Report) Regulations 2013 has been omitted.
Introduct5on
At the beginning of the year our CEO informed us of her intention to retire at the end of April 2025. Trustees
developed a succession plan and worked with our partner Cambridge Council for Voluntary Service around a
potential merger. Following extensive discussions with stakeholders and members, Hunts Forum and Cambridge
Council for Voluntary Service took a motion to merge to both AGMS in November 2024. Following member
5UPPOrt Hunts Forum changed its name to Support Cambridgeshire in December 2024 in preparation for the
merger in early 2025.
As this year goes by, we see the actual impacts of social and economic challenges facing communities across
the UK. In Cambridgeshire, like many parts of the UK, the voluntary and community sector (VCS), which we
support, echoes the same challenges, that waitlists are up, the needs are more complex, and the money is
harder to find.
There is much uncertainty, from changes in national government legislation that will impact every element of our
communities, from procurement to the health waiting lists and how the sector is viewed in line with prevention
work on many fronts. Along with the challenges the sector continues to face internally around funding,
volunteers, staff recruitment and good govemance, they are steadfast in how they move fonNard, supporting as
many people as possible.
We wlll conts'nue to listen and, where we can, lead, advise and support on behalf of all of them.
Objectives and actlvitlos
a. Strategles for achlevlng objectives
We review the impact we make each year. This review looks at what we have achieved and the Suc￿sS of each
key activity and the benefits they have brought to voluntary organisations across Huntingdonshire and
Cambridgeshire. We have referred to the guidance contsined in the Charity Commission's general guidan￿ on
public benefit when reviewing our aims and objectives and in planning our future activities.
b. Actlvltles undgrtaken to achieve objectives
All our charitable activities focus on voluntary organisations across Huntingdonshire and Cambridgeshire.
c. Main activities undertaken to further the charltable company's purposes for the public benefrt
Our priority is to encourage (guide) support and develop voluntary, cornmunity and social enterprise (VCSE)
organisations and individuals across the area of benefit to have a real influence over the places and communities
in which they live.
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Oblectlve3 and actlvltle8 (contlnued)
Our five strategic goals are..
1. To be the leading provider for information, research, advice & guidance for local voluntary & community
action in Cambridgeshire. In particular to support smaller (local) voluntary and community groups.
2. To act as a catalyst for voluntary & community sector development by connecting and collaborating with any
appropriate organisation.
3. To impartially campaign, communicate and advocate on behalf of the voluntary & community sector and
engage in and influence relevant partnerships.
4. To develop the co-production of services with the voluntary & community sector, communities, public bodies
and local businesses to create sustainable community action.
5. To ensure Support Cambridgeshire is fit for purpose, independent, flexible and marketed effectively.
We do thi5 by
Supporting
Developing
Guiding
Connecting
communities, charities & volunteers across Cambridgeshire
a strong VCSE that is adaptable and sustainable
our members, communities, and partners
our nebNork, working together to cultivate greater relationships
d. Policies and objectives
Our charity's purposes as set out in the objects contained in the company's memorandum of association are to..
Promote and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of registered charities in direct pursuit of their
objectives
Provide advi￿, training and information on efficient and professional rnanagement of resources
Act as an umbrella body
The charity has been set up for general charitable purposes within the meaning of English law. The aims of our
charity are to encourage voluntary and community organisations within the district of Huntingdonshire and
Cambridgeshire., to provide buildings, facilities and open spa￿s. to provide advocacy, advice and information.
Our aims fully reflect the purposes that the charity was set up to further.
Achlevements and performance
a. Revlew of actlvltles
In 2024125, we continued to provide vital development support to voluntary sector organisations. Wè have helped
our local organisation5 play a fundamental role in keeping communities connected and people supported, these
organisations often rely on the goodwill of volunteers to run effectively. It is fulfilling to know that our experience,
knowledge, ￿e￿orkS and know-how helps to plug gaps, increases confi'dence and opens opportunitie5 for our
thriving collective voluntary sector organisations.
We believe that the organisations we work with, and the wider voluntary and community sector play a vital role in
ensuring that communities flourish, that individuals are supported and that inequalities are reduced. The work we
do helps these organisations to do more, to work smarter and to maintain high standards.
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Achievements and perforniance (continued)
The organisations we work with face ongoing pressures around funding. governance, and recruiting voluntsers.
We have sought to respond to these challenges with practical guidan￿, access to resources, and opportunities
to connect with wider networks. Our focus has remained on ensuring that the voluntary sector is resilient,
collaborative, and well-positioned to serve local needs.
rtin
We continued to offer 1..1 advlce to established groups and newly formed organisations via zoom, telephone,
and face to face meetings.
85 front line groups received 1.1 support.
171 enquiries dealt with.
ecialist su
ort around fundin
Ifinances
We continued to help groups with funding, fundraising and finance issues; providing access to an experienced
charity accountant who provides 1..1 support to groups in crisis. We continue to invest in a funding portal and are
grateful for grants from Cambridgeshire County Council and South Cambridgeshire District Council.
£886,589 brought into Cambridgeshire this financial year via the funding portal.
Over 5,189 visits to the funding portal.
10 groups received 1.1 financial support sessions.
15 organisations accessed specialist financial support
"Thanks so much for your time thls afternoon. Whllst we may not have made any bindlng declslons, It's
roally helpful to know that tharn Is an Impartlal, knowledgeable and approachable contsct whom we can
turn to for advice, ideas, etc"
to Go Govemance Mark
The Hunts Forum Good to Go: Good Governan￿ Mark builds a strong, resilient and sustainable voluntary
sector. It is a proactive, self-assessment process that enables our members to evaluate their governance,
policies and procedures against predetermined stsndards.
5 new organisations awarded Good to Go: Good Governance Mark during the year
Feedback from organisations about the Good Governance Mark.. it
tsfor
"The experien￿ was incredibly positive and valuable for our organisab'on. Through the process, we gained a
much deeper understanding of what strong govemance looks like and how it supports the wort( we do with young
people and fanlilies in our community." Fusion Famil
and Youth Pro
ects
'We are very gratefvl to Hunts Forum for their support and would highly recommend the prO￿sS to other
harities and voluntary organisations.
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Achlevements and porformanc? (continued)
Your help and guidance in updating and bringing ourpolicies up to nom7al business standards was invaluable.
Not only did we gain th8 good to go certificate, but it was also the springboard to our nomination for a
Klng s Award for Voluntary SeNice. This prO￿sS has gone very well so far, with the Deputy Lord Lieutenant
being very complimentary about our efforts. We now have the long wait until November before we know whether
or not we have been successful at the next stage., St Ivos Demontla Support
Trainin
The training we provide is designed to give people real skills that can impact on how they work or volunteer. We
offered a wide range of online, on demand and in person training during the year, including Trustee, Power of
Netsyorks, Introduction to social media and Pathway to Sustainable Income.
25 sessions vRre delivered with 116 attendees from 79 different organisations.
'Great tips and enjoyed hearing oth8rpeople's experiences"
'Some good tools. Good food for thought about what to prioritise..
'All of it good, good group discussion, shar8 knO￿edge and m8et others"
Good to Know bite sized knowled
e sessions
Support Cambridgeshire was part of a pilot funded by the Combined Authority looking at upskilling groups
around ways to earn incorne through selling goods and services. This pilot was extended to March 2025, which
sees a partnership between Social Enterprise East of England, Allia, PCVS, Cambridgeshire ACRE and Support
Cambridgeshire. Where bespoke support is provided to groups, community buildings and social enterprises
across the County to become more sustainable.
Charitable tradin
Support Cambridgeshire was part of a pilot funded by the Combined Authority looking at upskilling groups
around ways to earn income through selling goods and seplices. This pilot was extended to March 2025, which
sees a partnership betrNeen Social Enterprise East of England, Allia, PCVS, Cambridgeshire ACRE and Support
Cambridgeshire. Where bespoke support is provided to groups, community buildings and social enterprises
across the County to become more sustainable.
5 organisations received advice and guidance
Volunteer Cambs
We are in the second year of delivery for our voluntser portal. This online tool enables organisations throughout
the county to advertise volunteer opportunrties and connect with potential volunteers. The sector has widely
adopted the platform, and public engagement has been overwhelmingly positive. To support this initiative,
marketing campaigns and staff assistance have been a presence across the county, though this has been
stronger in certain districts due to capacity.
2.704 ￿gIStered users
968 volunteering opportunities
1,698 application5 to volunteer
Guidin
Our role in representing and championing the sector was highlighted in our 2024 State of the Sector Survey
where Cambridgeshire groups fed back that highlighted that they wanted to build more relationships.
88°A felt it was extremely or very important that we were there to represent the sector at meeting5 With
statutory partners
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Achlevements and perforniance (continued)
90°A felt that it was extremely or very important that we promoted the work of the sector to the public and
other stakeholders
88% felt that it was extremely or very important that we help celebrate the work of the sector and the
difference it makes.
We continue to champion the sector by attending meetings and influencing decision makers on the needs and
challenges of the VCSE in our area. We also work to raise awareness of the sector and the work it does.
'Th8 sector needs to keep driving home the message at all levels that the voluntary community sector is
extremely important and needs support..
Connectin
The final part of our commissioned extemal research into the Faith Sector, helped us to get a greater
understanding of their work and what support needs they may have. We also explored how to connect them to
other VCS organisations and stskeholders in their area.
We continued with our informal networking events to ensure groups could get the support they needed when
they needed it. In addition to the informal netrworking events, we continued to run specialist sessions enabling
participants to hear from expert speakers about particular issue5 and to share experiences.
310 individuals signed up to our nehvorking events
ceonetwock
A network to bring CEO and senior managers together in a safe space to discuss challenges and opportunities.
Four events took place over the year, a total of 66 attendees.
' The CEO Network is an ex￿lIent resourc8 for our organisation and for me person811y, as it provides a
collaborative space where we can share challenges, best practices. and other innovative ideas with other CEOS,
and helps me find nevw ways to support my team and the wider community.
Ith&
Network
A network which allows voluntary and community groups and health professionals to meet.
Over the year, a total of eight online events were held with over 109 attendees including community groups,
charities and healthcare professionals. Topics explored how to connect with your Social Prescribing Link
Workers, leaming about digital access, mental health and an introduction to Volunteer Cambs, Tech enabled
supporL
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Achievements and performance (continued)
•0 Voluntary Sector
Network
Support Cambridgeshire is a member of the steering group that overseas the work of the VSN, we ensure that
small grassroot organisation5 get the information and support they requi￿ to play an active role in the wider
health and social care system.
Conferences and Events
As in previous years, we held our countywide campaigns to support groups across Cambridgeshire. The focus,
as always, continues on the three main areas of support groups, needs.. funding, volunteering, and governance.
Govemance Month
Support Cambridgeshire partners delivered a range of events including Working with your chair and Essential
Skills for Trustees, that fall under the Governance theme, vthich was an adaption of the previous yearfs events,
which looked explicitly at trusteeship.
'The entire session was extremely useful and it is all much clearer nowl"
Annual Celebration of the sector
Volunteer Awards
another well attended event that celebrated and highlighted the to excellent work that
volunteers do for and within our communities
6 winners from a range of groups
"Thank you foryour gffort in recognising the work of so many volunteers in Huntingdonshire. They are so
important in so many ways. Congratulations on another well planned, perfectly run and really very nice awards
evening."
Local Resilience Forum
Pathay through the year we were approached by Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Local Resilience Forum,
asking for our support in delivering a new project within our patch.
Building Resilient Communities is a funded programme aiming to support local communities and in particular
local residents in reacting safely to emergencies. The project started in August and ran until end March 2025,
during which time we were able to support the development of 6 community resilience hubs.
Recruiting and training 40 volunteers
Successfully gaining grant funding to support the development of 6 resilience hubs in flood prone areas
Providing resources for 6 hubs, information boards, grab-bags etc
NAVCAJCadent wami hubs
During the year Support Cambridgeshire applied for funding under the NAVCA Warm Hubs Grant Programme.
This new 18-month programme will see us work with local warm hubs in three locations, Fenland, Cambridge
City and Huntingdonshire. Development officers will work alongside member organisations to support vulnerable
individuals giving advice and guidance and access to resOUr￿s.
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Achievements and perforniance (continued)
Communications
Our main channels for communications to our member organisations, associates and wider public are through
system of website, electronic mail and social media channels. During the year we are pleased that our social
media is reaching into local communities and our peer groups across sectors.
Facebook reach has slgnmcantly increasod by 185.90h compared to the period from 2 April 2023 to 31 March
2024. Our content has not only attracted new aUdIen￿S but has also been used as a resource by other
organisations. Our followers primarily come from the Huntingdon area, but we have also reached individuals Wlth
an interest in the charity sector more broadly-many of whom have discovered our work through our Facebook
presence.
Hunts Forum's Linkgdln presence has been instrumental in reaching a wider audience, including trustees,
CEOS, CVSS, councillor5, and potential funders. It provides a platform to showcase the work we're delivering and
the impact of our events. Our follower demographic is primarily based in Greater Cambridge, Petert)orough, and
Huntingdon.
The content that receives the hlghest engagement includes funding updates, training opportunities, and the
monthly articles published by our development team. This suggests that we are providing high44uality resources
that are not only valued by our audience but are also being shared across other organisations.
Communit Develo
ment
Support Cambridgeshire is based in and runs the Maple Centre on the Oxmoor estate, one of the most deprived
areas in Cambridgeshire. The Centre is the base for 6 organisats'ons who are also our members, we provide
meeting and training rooms. The Centre is owned by Huntingdonshire District Council and managed on their
behalf by Support Cambridgeshire.
sin￿ the refresh of the Maple Centre we have seen a growing number of groups use the centre and hold events
for the local community.
Flnanclal ravlew
a. Overvlew
Income for 2024-25 was £587,155 compared to £442,933 in the previous year, an increase of 33%. This was
mainly due to new grants received for various projects, including £84,000 for the Voluntary Sector Network (was
Health Alliance project) and £65.613 for the Support Fenland project (a 5-year project funded by the National
Lottery).
The Maple Centre rental income remained at full capacity for m05t of the year with income increasing by 1.5 % to
£46,774 and room hire increasing by 40A to £8.453. reflecting the continued demand for our room facilities.
With interest rates being more settled during 2024-25, we were able to increase our return on bank interest,
which was £8,220 compared to £7,456 the previous year, a 10 % increase. This was partly achieved using the
CAF Bank endorsed investment platform called 'flagstone', offering a variety of competitive rates on saving
investments, all in one place.
Expenditure for 2024-25 was £638,732 cornpared to £568,183 in the previous year, an increase of 12¥0. Most of
this increase was due to payroll costs up 9￿￿ to £310,612, where we employed extra staff resources. We also
spent £94,685 on associate fees (consultants) to assist with our delivery of seniices. which was up by 45 % on
the previous year.
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Although the charity had a deficit of £51,577, this reflected the spending of restricted funds brought fopward from
2023-24. Total fund reserves on 31st March 2025 were £244,065, backed up by healthy cash balances of
£198,940.
b. Golng concern
Support Cambridgeshire continues to work hard to ensure its operational future. Our influence within
Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas has enabled us to increase our contractual commitments during 2025-
26. With the agreed merger with Cambridge Council for Voluntary Service taking place during the summer of
2025, this will strengthen the financial position of our charity. We continue to adopt the going concern basis in
preparing the financial statements.
The trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charitable company has adequate resources to continue In
operational existence for the foreseeable future.
c. Reserves pollcy
In accordance with guidance given by the Charity Commission and the legal obligations of Trustees, a formal
policy on reserves has been agreed. The Trustees have set a policy which requires reserves to be maintained at
a level that ensures the organisation's core activity could continue during a period of unforeseen difficulty. In
seth'ng the level of reserves the Trustees have considered the reliability of income and the financial risk facing
the charity.
The Trustees have concluded that the charity should hold reserves sufficient to fund the organisational costs for
3 months, giving time to consider their options and find a solution to any potential difficulties that may arise. This
level of reserves has been calculated at £159,683.
As at 31 March 2025 the level of free unrestricted reserves was £196,854. This is significantly above the level
required in our policy.
structure, governance and management
. Constltutlon
Support Cambridgeshire is registered as a charitsble company limited by guarantee and was set up by a
Memorandum of Association.
b. Methods of appolntment or eloctlon of Trustees
The management of the charitable company is the responsibility of the Trustee5 who are elected and co-opted
under the terms of the Article5 Of Association.
The Trustees who have served during the year are Set out on page 1. The Trustees are elected annually by
members of the charity and serve for an initial period of three years. A further three-year term may be served.
Trustees must be nominated by member organisation5. The Board may also co-opt individuals with the skills and
experien￿ required to support the direction of the charity, such individuals must not exceed 500A of the total
number of elected members. These co-opted Trustees shall be eligible for re-appointment provided they do not
hold office for more than six consecutive years.
All members of the Executive Committee give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity. Any
expenses reclaimed from the charity are set out in note 10 to the accounts.
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structure. governance and management (contlnued)
All members are circulated with invitations to nominate trustee5 prior to the AGM advising them of any retiring
trustees and requesting nominations for the AGM.
Trustees are required to declare all relevant interests and register them with the Company Secretary and, in
accordan￿ with organisational policies, withdraw from decisions where a conflict of interest arises.
c. Policies adopted for the Induction and trainlng of Trustees
New trustees are provided with a trustee induction pack and receive orientation to brief them on their legal
obligations under charity and company law, the content of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the
committee and decision-making processes, the business plan and recent financial performan￿ of the charity.
During induction they meet key employees and other trustees. Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate
training events where these facilitate the undertaking of their role.
d. Organlsational structure and declslon-maklng pollcl
The members of the Organisation shall be those voluntary organisations andlor statutory authorities operating in
the area of benefit and pursuing any of the said objects which are invited to appoint a number of individuals to
represent such organisations or authorities as the Organisation may from time to time detemiine. These
members will form the Executs've Committee and administer the charity.
Trustees meet bi-monthly and are responsible for the strategic direction and policy of the charity. A Chief
Executive is appointed by the trustees to manage the day-to4ay operations of the charity. To facilitate effective
operations, the Chief Executive has delegated authority, within terms of delegation approved by the trustees, for
operational matters including finance, employment and ensuring key perfomiance indicators are met.
•. Pay pollcy for key management personnel
The charity refers to the NJC pay scales as a basis for all stsff salaries, including the CEO, but the charity may
use other pay scales more appropriate to the position.
f. Related party relatlonshlps
The charity has close working relationships with Huntingdonshire District Council, Cambridgeshire County
Council, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Integrated Care System and Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Combined Authority who provide essential core funding.
Support Cambridgeshire works with other charities, voluntary groups and parish councils enabling them to
survive and thrive.
Support Cambridgeshire is a member of the Impact Consortium funded by Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Combined Authority, consisting of SEEE, Allia, Cambs ACRE, Cambs CVS, and PCVS. The consortium aims to
support voluntary, community and social enterprises to become more sustainable by trading.
All partner organisations are strongly committed to partnership working in order to add value and strengthen core
activities and, that all front-line organisations should have access to the same quality ServI￿S wherever they are.
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Structure, governance and management {contlnued)
g. Flnanclal rlsk management
The Trustees examine the major risks which the charity faces in relation to external factors and relationships. its
govemance and management, its internal operation5 and its business. A risk register has been established and
is updated annually. Where appropriate, systems or procedures have been established to mitigate the risks the
charity fa￿s.
A strategic plan and an annual budget approved by the Trustees.
Regular consideration by the Trustees of financial results, Varian￿ from budgets and perf0rnan￿ against
the non-financial plan
Health and Safety of staff, volunteers and visitors to the Maple Centre
Emergency and contingency plans in the event of fire, electrical malfunction and food hygiene.
A key element in the management of financial risk is the setting of a reserves policy and its regular review by
Trustees.
The internal financial controls conform to guidelines issued by the Charity Commission.
Plan8 for future periods
Following the merger between Support Cambridgeshire and Cambridge Council for Voluntary Service, the
Trustees and Senior Leadership team plan a year of transformation and consolidation. Bringing both teams
together learning and supporting each other, whilst continuing to support the sector and the wider system.
Alongside this transformation is 8 wider picture of significant change wlth System partners, the Local
Government Reform and funding challenges within the NHS will likely have a negative impact on the VCSE
sector.
Staff will continue to support the sector by..
Supporting
COTnmunities, charities & volunteers across Cambridgeshire.
Developing
strong VCSE that is adaptable and sustainable.
Guiding - our members, communities, and partners.
Connecting - our network, working together to cultivate greater relats'onships.
statement of Tru8tee8' responslblllties
The Trustees (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are
responsible for preparing the Trustees, Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law
and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial . Under company law, the
Trustees must not approve the financial statement5 unless they are sat15fied that they give a true and fair view of
the state of affairs of the charitable company and of its incoming resources and application of resources,
including its income and expenditure, for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are
required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.,
observe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP (FRS 102).,
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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Statement of Trustees. responsibllities (CONTINUED)
state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards (FRS 102) have been followed, subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.,
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the
charitsble company will conts'nue in business.
The Trustses are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain
the charitable company's transacts.ons and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial posits.on of
the charitable company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act
2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking
reasonable Steps for the prevents-on and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by order of the rnembers of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
N F Keams
Chair of trustees
Dats.. 12 November 2025
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Independent Examlner's Report to the Trustees of Support Cambrldgeshire Ltd. (formerly Hunts
Forum of Voluntary Organlsations) I'the charitable company'l
I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charitable company for the year ended
31 March 2025.
Responsibilities and Basls of Report
As the Trustees of the charitable company (and its directors for the purposes of company law) you are
responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006
(Ihe 2006 Act,).
Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the charitable company are not required to be audited under Part 16
of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the
charitable company's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Acf). In
carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section
145(5)Ib) of the 2011 Act.
Independent Examlnerfs Statement
Since the charitable company'5 gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body
listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am
member of Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.
I have completed my examinats'on. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe:
accounting records were not kept in respect of the charitable company as required by section 386 of the
2006 Act., or
the accounts do not accord with those records,. or
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than
any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairt view which is not a matter considered as part of
an independent examination., or
the arKounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of
Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accordan￿ with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland {FRS 102)].
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which
attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
This report is made solely to the charitable company's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the
Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the
charitable company's Trustees those matters l am required to state to them in an Independent ExamineVs
Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility
to anyone other than the charitable company and the charitable company's Trustees as a body, for my work or
for this reporL
Signed..
Dated. i¥ 2aaS
Linda J Lord
Bsc BFP FCA TEP
streets Chartered Accountants
Potton House, Wyboston Lakes. Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedford MK44 3BZ
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Unrestricted
funds
2025
Re8tricted
funds
2026
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Note
Incomo from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable acts-vities
Investments
262
73,569
8,220
262
578,672
8,220
141
435,336
7,458
505.103
Total Incomo
82.051
505,103
587,154
442,933
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
78,343
560,388
638.731
568, 183
Total expendlture
78,343
560,388
638.731
568, 183
Net Incomel(expenditure)
Transfers between funds
3,708
(1,882)
155,285)
1.882
(51,577)
(125,250)
15
Net movement in funds
1,826
153,4031
(51,577)
(125,250)
Reconciliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
Net movement in funds
195,027
1.826
100,615
{53,403)
295,642
(51.577)
420, 892
(125, 250)
Total funds carrlod forward
196,853
47,212
244.065
295,642
The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The notes on pages 17 to 31 form part of these financial statements.
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
REGISTERED NUMBER: 05795877
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Note
Flxed assets
Tangible assets
Current assets
12
12,285
16,245
Debtors
13
56,044
198,940
41,369
299, 624
Cash at bank and in hand
254,984
340, 993
Curront liabilitios
Creditors.. amounts falling due within one
year
14
(23,2041
(61, 596)
Net current assets
231,780
279,397
Total net asset•
244,065
295, 642
Charlty funds
Restricted funds
Unrestricted funds
15
15
47,212
196,853
100.615
195,027
Total funds
244,065
295, 642
The charitable company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit for the year in question in accordance with
section 476 of Companies Act 2006.
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to
accounting records and preparation of financial statements.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entitie5 subject to
the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by..
J . ¥£orns
N F Kearns
Chair of trustees
Date.. 12 November 2025
The notes on pages 17 to 31 form part of these financial statements.
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
IA Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Cash flows from operating actlvltles
Net cash used in operating activities
(107.022) (234,574)
Cash flows from Investlng activitie•
Dividends, interests and rents from investments
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
8,220
11,882)
7,456
(5,017)
Net cash provlded by Investlng actlvltles
6,338
2,439
Change in cash and cash equlvalents in the year
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
(100.684) (232,135)
299,624
531,759
Cash and cash equlvalents at the end of the year
198,940
299, 624
The notes on pages 17 to 31 fO￿n part of these financial statements
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 nwicH 2025
General Information
As set out in the Trustees, Report, Hunts Forum of Voluntsry Organisations is a incorporated charity
registered in England and Wales. The address of their registered office is The Maple Centre, 6 Oak Drive,
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 7HN.
The financial statefflents are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the entity.
Accountlng pollcles
2.1 Basls of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102)
Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities
preparing their accounts in accordan￿ with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK
and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015), the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Support Cambridgeshire Ltd. (formerly Hunts Forum of Voluntary Organisations) meets the definition
of a public benefit ents'ty under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost
or transacts'on value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.
2.2 Golng concern
The trustees assess whether the use of going concern is appropriate, i.e. whether there are any
material uncertainties related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of
the charity to continue as a going concern. The trustees make this assessment in respect of a period
of one year from the date of approval of the financial ststements.
2.3 Fund accountlng
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in
furtheran￿ of the general objectives of the charitable company and which have not been designated
for other purposes.
Restricted funds are funds vthich are to be used in accordance with specffic restrictions imposed by
donors or which have been raised by the charitable company for particular purposes. The costs of
raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each
restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriats fund.
2A Income
All income is recognised once the charitable company has entitlement to the income, it is probable
that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
other income is recognised in the period in which it is re￿1vable and to the extent the goods have
been provided or on completion of the servi￿.
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
IA Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Accountlng policies (continued)
2.5 Interest recelvable
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when re￿1vable and the amount can be measured
reliably by the charitable company. this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by
the institution with whom the funds are deposited.
2.6 Expendlturo
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit
to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economiG benefits will be required in settlement and
the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.
All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis. All expenses including support costs and
governance costs are allocated to the applicable expenditure heading.
Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the
charitable company's objectives, a5 well as any associated support costs.
2.7 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, tangible
fixed assets are measured at C05t less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment
losses. All costs incurred to bring a tangible fixed asset into its intended working condition should be
included in the measurement of cost.
Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of tangible fixed assets less thelr residual value
over their estimated useful lives.
Dep￿CiatIon is provided on the following bases..
Fixtures and fittings
Office equipment
100A per annum straight line
200/0 per annum straight line
2.8 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered.
Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade di5count5 due,
2.9 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-temi highly liquid investments with a short maturity
of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
2.10 Llabilities and provisions
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance Sheet date as a result of a past
event. it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount
of the settlement can be estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised at their
settlement amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Accountlng pollcles (contlnued)
2.11 Flnanclal instruments
The charitable company only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic
financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and
subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are
subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
2.12 Operating leases
Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight
line basis over the lease term.
2.13 Penslons
The charitable company operates a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge
represents the amounts payable by the charitable company to the fund in respect of the year.
Critical accounting estimates and areas of Judgment
Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other
factors, including expectations of future event5 that are believed to be reasonable under the
circumstances.
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions..
Allocation of costs - Direct expenses are charged to individual cost centres wherever possible. Where
Costs cannot be directly attributed to particular activities, they have been allocated on a basis consistent
with the use of those resources,
The charitable company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future which will, by definition,
seldom equal the related actual results. There is a risk that the estimates and assumptions made at any
point in time could have a material effect on the carying amounts of assets and liabilities in the next
financial year.
Income from donatlons and legacies
Unrestrlcted
funds
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Donations
262
262
141
Total 2024
141
141
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
IA Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Income from charitable activitles
Unrestrlcted Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Charitable services
73,569
505,103
578.672
435, 336
Total 2024
78,913
356, 423
435,336
Investmont Income
Unrestrlcted
funds
2025
Total
funds
2025
Tot81
funds
2024
Interest received
8,220
8,220
7,456
Total 2024
7,456
7,456
Analysis of expendlture on charitable activities
Summary by fund type
Unrestricted Restrlcted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
2025
Total
2024
Charitable services
78.343
560,388
638,731
568, 183
Total 2024
88,694
479,489
568, 183
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
{A Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Analysls of expenditure by activities
Activities
undertaken
dlrectly
2025
Support
Costs
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Charitable seNices
236,743
401,988
638,731
568, 183
Total 2024
189, 820
378.363
568, 183
Anaty8i8 of dlrect CO8t8
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Consultant and associate fees
Partnership payments
94,685
142.058
65,410
124,410
236,743
189, 820
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Analysis of expenditure by actlvltles (contlnued)
Analysis of support costs
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Staff costs
Depreciation
Office costs
Travel and subsistence
Refreshments
Rent and rates
310,612
6,842
12,670
4,130
1,593
6,243
8,972
2,683
3.724
3,610
7,281
11,408
1,504
4,690
959
284,013
6. 724
14,929
2,201
2,690
5,875
6, 886
4,821
3,232
3, 238
4, 875
9,818
2,187
8,538
336
14,189
3,811
Light and heat
Propety maintenance
Insurance
Cleaning and waste disposal
Telephone
Training costs
Subscriptions and books
Repairs and renewals
Miscellaneous
Website development
Govemance costs
12,383
3,684
401,988
378,363
Independent examlner's remungration
The independent examiner's remuneration amounts to an independent examiner fee of £2,000 (2024 -
£1,900).
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. {FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
10. Staff
2025
2024
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Contributs'on to defined contribution pension schemes
278,631
19.871
12.110
255,487
17.742
10,784
310,612
284,013
The average number of persons employed by the charitable company during the year was as follows.,
2025
No.
2024
No.
Staff
10
10
The average headcount expressed as full-time equivalents was:
2025
No.
2024
No.
Staff
No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.
The key management personnel of the charity comprise the trustees and the Chief Executive Officer. The
Trustees all give their time voluntarily, and the total remunerats'on paid to key management personnel
during the year was £54,574 (2024 £58,584).
11. Trustees. remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2024 - £NIL).
During the years ended 31 March 2025 and 31 March 2024, no expenses were reimbursed or paid
directly to trustees.
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
12. Tanglble fixed assets
Fixtures and
rittings
Offlce
equlpment
Total
Cost or valuation
At 1 April 2024
AddStions
25,527
1,882
31,819
57.346
1,882
At 31 March 2025
27,409
31.819
59,228
Depreciatlon
At 1 April 2024
Charge for the year
17,277
3,609
23,824
2,233
41,101
5,842
At 31 March 2025
20,886
26,057
46,943
Net book value
At 31 March 2025
6,523
5,762
12,285
At 31 Ma￿h 2024
8,250
7,995
16,245
13. Debtors
2025
2024
Due withln one year
Trade debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
41,733
14.311
26,156
15,213
56,044
41,369
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
14. Credltors: Amounts falllng due wlthin one year
2025
2024
Trade creditors
other taxats'on and social security
Accruals and deferred income
8,664
3,461
11.079
26,472
5, 885
29,239
23,204
61,596
2025
2024
Deferred income at 1 April 2024
Resources deferred during the year
Amounts released from previous periods
21,333
7,327
(21,333)
121,333
21,333
(121,333)
7,327
21,333
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15. Ststement of funds
Statement of funds - current year
8alance at
31 March
2025
Balance at 1
April 2024
Transfers
Inlout
Income Expenditure
Unrestrlcted fund8
General Fund
160,027
35.000
20,851
61,200
117,143)
(61,200)
11,882)
161,853
35,000
Maple Centre Fund
195.027
82,051
178,343)
(1,882)
196,853
Restrlcted funds
Fixed Asset Reserve
Support Cambridgeshire-
ccc
HDC
ICS Core
ICS Main
ICS Voluntary Sector Network
Know Your Neighbourhood
Support Fenland - National
Lottery
Local Resilien￿ Fund
Allia
NAVCA
Combined Authority Skills
16.245
(5,842)
1,882
12,285
5,257
128,795
62,540
40,000
{128,794)
162,540)
(41,994
(77,929)
(81,2061
(26,5221
5,258
3,944
77.929
3,603
{478)
1,950
84.000
27,000
6.397
(1,250)
65,613
30,020
17,800
33,835
15,500
(56,507)
130,020)
117,969)
(17,495)
(13,570)
7,856
169
16,340
(2,874)
(4,804)
100,615
505.103
1560,388)
1,882
47,212
Total of funds
295,642
587,154
1638,731)
244,065
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15. Statement of funds (continued)
Statement of funds - prlor year
B8lanGe at
31 MarGh
2024
8alanGe at
1 Apnl 2023
Transfers
in/out
Income Expenditure
Unrestrlcted funds
General Fund
Maple Centre Fund
174, 728
35,000
29, 066
57,444
(22, 290)
(66,404)
(21,477)
8,960
160,027
35, 000
209, 728
86,510
(88,694)
(12,517)
195,027
Restrlcted funds
Fixed Asset Reserve
Support Cambridgeshire-
ccc
HDC
ICS Core
ICS Main
ICS PHM
ICS Voluntsry Sector Network
Know Your Neighbourhood
Support Fenland - National
Lottery
Allia
NAVCA
Combined Authority Skills
17,951
(6, 723)
5.017
16,245
11,993
128, 703
62,400
40, 000
(142, 939)
(62,400)
(49,797)
(73,581)
(15,719)
(66,397)
(23, 128)
7,500
5,257
13,741
151.510
15,719
3, 944
77,929
70,000
22, 650
3,603
(478)
(1,250)
(24, 751)
(250)
(12, 554)
(1,250)
169
24,920
250
7, 750
(4, 804)
211,164
356,423
(479,489)
12,517
100,615
Total of funds
420,892
442, 933
(568, 183)
295, 642
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15. Statement of funds (continued)
Unrestricted funds
General Fund - The General Fund represents those funds which are not restricted and not designated for
specific purposes. Transfers from the general fund represent contributions to maintain the designated
Maple Centre Fund and addition5 to the Fixed Asset Reserve.
Ma
le Centre - The Maple Centre Fund was created to provide funds for building repairs and renovations.
The trustees are committed to maintaining the designated fund balance at £35,000.
Restrlctgd funds
Fixed Asset Reserve - The Fixed Assel ReseNe Fund represents the value of assets bought for the use
of the charity, with additions being recognised by transfers from general or restricted funds. Depreciation
has been charged to the fund, reducing the fund balance over the life of the assets.
ort Cambrid eshire- CCC - Funded by Cambridgeshire County Council, Support Cambridgeshire is
a consortium that provides infrastructure support to voluntary and community groups across
Cambridgeshire. Support Cambridgeshire leads the consortium which indudes Cambridge CVS.
Funding is committed to March 2026. Direct and indirect expenditure is charged to this fund.
Huntin
don District Council
HDC
The charity receives a grant from Huntingdon District Council to
increase the capacity of the voluntary sector in Huntingdonshire. Direct and indirect expenditure 15
charged to this fund.
ICS Core The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Intergrated Care System has provided grants since
2022-23 to enable Support Cambridgeshire to represent, support and communicate with the voluntary
and community sector.
ICS Main - Thè Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Intergrated Care System provided £210,000 to enable
Support Cambridgeshire to participate in work to establish and develop Voluntary, Community and Social
Enterprise (VCSE) in the local area. The project was agreed in March 2022 and work continued into
2024-25, with new funding expected in 2025-26.
ICS Volunta
Sector Netr￿ork - A further £84.000 was provided in 2024-25 for secretariat support for the
Health Alliance. Costs will cover Support Cambridgeshire's Project Support Officer, a part time
programme director and some funds ringfenced for partner time attending meetings.
Know Your Nei
hbourhood - This funding targeting Fenland is managed by Cambridgeshire Community
Foundation, the purpose of which is to increase volunteering in Fenland. The funds were awarded to
CCVS (lead) and Support Cambridgeshire received part of this funding for staff time on the Volunteer
Cambs Portal (our new Volunteering Portal). This project finished in 2024-25.
Su
ort Fenland - National Lotte
A recent award of a five-year funding from the National Lottery
Community Fund to deliver dedicated infrastructure support in Fenland. The project commenced in
August 2024. Support Cambridgeshire and CCVS will be delivering this project with 3 stsff directly
employed.
Local Resilience Fund Building Resilient Communities was a programme aiming to support local
communities and in particular local residents in reacting safely to emergencies. The project started in
August 25 and fi'nished in March 2025, during which time we were able to support the development of 6
community resilience hubs. Funded by Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Local Resilience Forum.
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SUPPORT CAM8RIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
15. Statement of funds (contlnued)
Allia - C&P Combined Authority funding to support VCSE groups (particularly CICS) trade,. this was a pilot
project a collaboration bebNeen Allia, SEEE. Cambs ACRE, CCVS, PCVS & Support Cambridgeshire,
providing specialist support to identified groups. This project finished in 2024-25.
NAVCA - The National Association for Voluntsry and Community Action (NAVCA) provided the grant to
our partner CCVS in September 2024, with two thirds of the grant to be given to Support Cambridgeshire.
Over 18 months this new programme will see us work with local warm hubs in three locations, Fenland,
Cambridge City and Huntingdonshire.
Combined Authori
Skills - Thu project looks at how we can support Cambridgeshire charities and
community groups to deliver more activity that supports people into skills and employment. It also
supports organisations to apply for and deliver projects under the new grant funding provided by the
Combined Authority through Cambridgeshire Community Foundation ICCF),
16. Summary of funds
Summary of fund¥ - current year
Balance at
31 March
2025
Balance at 1
Aprll 2024
Transfers
Inlout
Income Expendlture
General funds
Restricted funds
195,027
100,615
82,051
505,103
(78,343)
1560,388)
11,882)
1,882
196,853
47,212
295,642
587,154
1638,731)
244,065
Summary of funds - prior year
Balance at
31 March
2024
Balan￿ at
l Apnl 2023
Transfers
in/out
Income Expenditure
General funds
Restricted funds
209, 728
211,164
86,510
356,423
(88, 694)
(479,489)
(12.517)
12,517
195,027
100,615
420, 892
442.933
(568, t 83)
295,642
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Llmlted by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
17. Anaty8is of net assets between funds
Analysls of net assets between funds - current year
Unrestricted Restrlcted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
funds
2025
Tangible fixed assets
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
12,285
48,718
(13,791)
12,285
254,984
123,204)
206,266
{9,413)
Total
196,853
47,212
244,065
Analysls of not assets between funds - prior year
Unrestricted
fvnds
2024
Restricted
funds
2024
Total
fvnds
2024
Tangible fixed assets
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
16,245
136,313
(51,943)
16,245
340,993
(61,596)
204, 680
(9, 653)
Total
195,027
100,615
295, 642
Roconciliation of net movemont In funds to net cash flow from operatlng actlvltles
2025
2024
Net expenditure for the year (as per Statement of Financial Activities)
(51,5771
(125,250)
Adjustments for:
Depreciation charges
Dividends, interests and rents from investments
Increase in debtors
Decrease in creditor5
5,842
{8,220)
(14,675)
(38.392)
6, 723
(7,456)
(33, 075)
(75,516)
Net cash used in operatlng activitigs
1107,022)
(234,574)
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SUPPORT CAMBRIDGESHIRE LTD. (FORMERLY HUNTS FORUM OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS)
(A Company Limited by Guarantee)
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
19. Analysis of cash and cash oqulvalents
2025
2024
Cash in hand
198,940
299,624
Total cash and cash equivalents
198,940
299, 624
20. Analysls of changes In net debt
At l Aprll
2024 Cash flows
At 31 March
2025
Cash at bank and in hand
299,624
1100,684)
198,940
299,624
1100,684)
198,940
21. Member8. Ilablllty
Each member of the charitable company undertakes to contribute to the assets of the company in the
event of it being wound up while helshe is a member, or within one year after helshe ceases to be a
member, such amount as may be required, not exceeding £10 for the debts and liabilities contracted
before he15he ceases to be a member.
22. Relatgd party transactions
All member organisations pay a nominal annual subscription in addition to fees for room hire and other
seniices, as appropriate. A number of the Trustees and key management personnel are connected to
members and other organisation5. No one person is considered to be in a position to exercise significant
influence over these organisations and consequently no related party transactions are declared in these
financial statements.
H J Williams, Trustee of Hunts Forum is also a Director and shareholder of Keystone Marketing Limited.
There were no related party transactions in the year.
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