2024-03-31-accounts

Stockport Women's Centre Annual Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Charity Registration No. 1119969 Company Registration No. 06255693 (England and Wales) THE WOMEN S CENTRE

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE INDEX PAGE NUMBER CONTENTS LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION 2-24 TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT 25 INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT 26 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES 27 BALANCE SHEET 28 STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS 29-38 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Legal and Administrative Information Trustees: J Hancock (Chair) Hmscott C Milner HHOY L Dolling S Harrison M Repanos (appointed May 2023) L Taylor (resigned January 2024) K Day (resigned June 2024) Charity number 1119969 Company number 06255693 Principal address and registered office 39 Greek Street Stockport Cheshire SK3 8AX Senior Manager Nicole Guy Independent Examiner Community Accountancy Service Limited The Grange Pilgrim drive Beswick Manchetser M313TQ Bankers Co-operative Bank 1 St Peters Square Stockport SK1 1NX

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE The trustees present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note to the financial statements and comply with the charity's Articles of Association, the Companies Act 2006 and 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 2019) Objectives and activities The Charity's objects { the objects") are to advance education and relieve poverty and ill health for women and their families within the Stockport area by providing a centre whereby they can access advice, training and support as well as providing an outreach training and support service in the surrounding areas of Stockport Public Benefit The trustees confirm, in the light of the guidance contained in the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit, that these aims fully meet the public benefit test and that all the activities of the charity, described in the report of the Trustees, are undertaken in pursuit of these aims. Stockport Women's Centre relies on contracts, grants, donations and fundraising to cover its operating costs. Charitable Activities Stockport Women's Centre is a specialist community support services for women facing multiple unmet needs. We deliver services to women only, in recognition of the well-evidenced need for gender-specific interventions. We provide holistic, woman-centred, trauma-informed services in a safe space. We are an effective 'one stop, shop in Stockport for women, delivering front line services to meet the needs of women with multiple unmet needs. The needs have impacted upon their lives and immediate family members. Issues include living with.. Women's mental health Women who are victims of abuse Women in contact with the Criminal Justice System Socio economic factors such as poverty. social isolation and unemployment Vision Women in Stockport are strong and confident Mission Stockport Women's Centre provides support to improve the wellbeing, physical and mental health of women, enabling them to improve the life chances for themselves and their families. Social objectives Improve wellbeing, physical and mental health of women Build resilience in women

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Increase opportunities for social mobility Supporting women to be independent and strong Delivery objectives Provide a safe, confidential, welcoming and nurturing environment for women Provide woman-centred services to women with multiple and complex needs Deliver a Trauma Informed service Aims To improve the mental health and wellbeing of women, improving their ability to provide a better environment in which they and their families can flourish. To specifically target Stockport priority areas addressing inequalities that exist and improve access to therapeutic services for women. To build relationships with our service users and each other based on trust and respect. To provide a safe, confidential, welcoming and nurturing environment for women. To promote well-being, confidence and self-esteem amongst staff, volunteers and service users. To offer a range of high quality, holistic, personalised services to support women. To provide an accessible, non-judgemental and confidential service for Stockport women. To encourage, empower and support women to make informed choices to improve their quality of life. To maximise opportunities for women in Stockport working in partnership with other organisations who are concerned with the health and support of women. To consult with our stakeholders to ensure continual improvement of our services. To continually monitor and evaluate our ServI￿S to ensure that they meet the needs of women. To provide opportunities for women to help other women through volunteering, enabling them to learn and develop, and to give something back to the wider community. To be an innovative and financially sustainable service to continue to meet all of our aims We have maintained our crucial role in the community by offering a safe and supportive environment for women of all backgrounds, providing a wide range of resources, services. and programs to address their unique needs and challenges. Our service delivery continues to recognize the well-documented need for gender- specific interventions, offering a holistic, woman-centred, and trauma-informed approach. We are privileged and honoured to have supported over 1524 women during the period. Statistical highlights for 23124

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 1524 women have accessed the service,. this has included 613 new women registering with the service and 157 that have re-accessed the service after an absence of 12 months. 583 women have received a full need assessment. We have received 12569 recorded contacts, on average over 1 ,040 contacts a month, 68 % from the women we support. 20121 1136 302 21122 1082 388 22123 1279 477 23124 1524 613 % increase 20121 vs 23124 340/0 99.66 % Members New Members Re-activated Needs Assessment Contacts Visitors 35 300 184 388 202 506 157 583 894 /0 94.33% 10557 262 10761 1436 12712 5096 12569 6094 19.06% 2225.95 % Since the 20121 there has been a significant increase in the number of women requiring support, particularly in those accessing or contacting the service. The statistics illustrate how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the number of women attending the seniice and how delivery shifted from 100 % face-to-face to a blended approach. We have continued to offer a blended service, providing support via telephone, online, and face-to-face. However, we have observed a notable rise in the demand for face-to-face services. This is likely because many local services remain remotelonline, making us one of the few offering in-person support and daily drop- ins. As summarised in previous years reports, 2020-21 was a year where the COVID-19 pandemic led to reduced face-to-face interactions as we transitioned to remote/online formats, although we remained open as a safe space and were used by statutory and crisis services to meet with victims of domestic abuse. The year 2021-22 continued to be challenging due to the pandemic, with ongoing restrictions still limiting face-to-face interactions, despite our efforts to provide a safe space for women. In 2022-23, whilst we continued to offer a blended service, face-to-fa interactions regained their importance to the women requesting our services, offering unique benefits in terms of personal connection, trust-building, and tailored support. We returned to pre-pandemic levels for face-to-face interactions, although the overall demand for our services significantly increased, along with the complexity of the cases we handle. 2023134 The service this year has again seen a significant increase in number of new women requesting support, again this increase has corresponded with an increase in complexity. Referrals were up by 30 % on the previous year, with the Centre recording record numbers of women attending the service.

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Referrals We are seeing a significant increase in women who self-refer 273 % increase. We have one project where we re￿1ve a referral direct from the practitioner othe￿iSe, we ask women on registration who signposted/referred them and whilst self-referral continues to be the projects largest referral route, as reported previously many women do not tell us on registration. Women also continue to be signposted to the Centre through a variety of pathways including Secondary Mental Health serVi￿S, GP, Health Visitors, Alcohol and Substance Misuse services, HMP Styal, Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Probations Service, and many others. Breakdown of referrals for 23124 44.54 % Self-Referral 31.97 % Health Agencies 23.49 % of women engaging are referred via other agencies including domestic abuse agencies Identified Needs 583 women attended a full needs assessment. 920/0 identified as having a mental health need. 71 % identifies as having a well-being issue. 69 % identified as having an issue with domestic abuse. 27 % identified as having issues with children/families and 33 % identified as having an issue with financeldebt. Identified Need at Assessment AttItudes￿hlnkinglBehaVIourS Mental Healthlwellbeing Mental Health Wellbeing Domestic/Sexual Abuse Children and Families Fina ncelBenefits/Debt Accommodation EducatiOn￿raInIng1vorUnteerlnglErnp1OYrnent Physical Health Drugs Alcohol Sex Work 23124 79.25 91.60 88.34 71.36 68.61 27.27 32.93 28.99 15.27 40.82 6.17 12.69 0.86 Nos of needs re orted at assessment 3 or more needs re orted at assessment 23124 87.990/0

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 4 or more needs re 5 or more needs re orted at assessment orted at assessment 75.120/0 55.060/0 We have seen significant increases in needs reported at assessment. and we know these are unreported as some women do not disclose at assessment but disclose once a relationship of trust has been built. In 2012141.9 % (125) of women reported requiring support with 4 or more needs, by 23124 this has increased to 75.12 %. {416) of women had 4 or more needs. This highlights another challenge for the Centre, the increase in complexity of women attending the Centre. Equality Monitoring During the year, 738 women were included in the equality data collection We collect equality monitoring data on registration and at assessment if not collected at registration. We collect this data for us to better understand who accesses services and what needs to be considered in the future to make sure our services are provided fairly and easily accessible. In summary: 46.880/0 of women who access the seniice are in the 30-44 age bracket, 19.38 % of women are 18-29 and 23.17 % 45-59 Whilst 31.98 % of women have presented as unemployed, 49.86 % are on benefits Whilst 34.15 % identified as having a long-term physicallmental healthlhealth conditionldisability only 53.17 % of the women said they had a mental health condition. This is contra to the number of women that identified as having a mental health need at assessment. Interestingly, women did not identify as having a mental health need until assessment. We believe this is because there is still a significant stigma surrounding mental health issues, and women might fear judgment, discrimination, or social exclusion if they disclose their mental health needs. Other reasons are a fear of having children removed due to myths surrounding diagnosis and ability to parent and we are aware that in some cultures discussing mental health is taboo, and women may be discouraged from acknowledging or seeking help for mental health problems. Ethnic minority groups represent 15.72 % of the women who access service. Both the needs assessment and the equality monitoring continue to eviden￿ that we support and engage with some of the most vulnerable and marginalised women in the Stockport community.

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE The main activities we have delivered.. One to one work with women who have needed extra support has included. 583 women received a full needs assessment of which 71.45 % women had 4 or more needs. Provided counselling andlor psychotherapy to 260 women with 69 accessing at the end of the year. 592 women have accessed 1..1 casework support with 174 accessing at the end of the year 238 women have received support from a health worker with 26 accessing support at the end of the year Safeguarding support for children and families, risk is identified and managed by the Centre adhering to Stockport Council's Safeguarding Policy, ensuring a multi-agency approach if appropriate. Delivered a wide range of courses which are designed to increase skills to improve education opportunities, employability, social mobility, and self- confidence. 270 women have attended one or more groups including. 74 women attending psycho-educational groups.. Mindfulness Managing Strong Emotions Managing Anxiety Managing Low Mood Knowing Me Art Therapy 111 women were offered and accepted a place on a domestic abuse awareness group, 55 women attended with 26 women graduating. 56 women attended workshops on: Grounding and Relaxation What holds you back? Healthy Life Life Skills 85 regularly attend activities and these include Walking group Art and craft Scrap booking Creative writing

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 85 women regularly attend groups such as a walking group, art and craft, scrap- booking. All the above groups are offered fa￿-tO-faCe and remote. The provision of advice and support which includes peer support 1552 visits to the drop-ins were recorded during the period a 114 % increase on the previous year. Access to information and sign-posting for many local women the Centre provides a trusted source of information including support: Apart from the drop-ins, we operate a front of house service 9-5 o'clock. We have received 12,569 recorded contacts. support, signposting. Over 68 % are from individuals requesting We have continued to offer women a comprehensive holistic service which encompasses a personalised approach. The women we work with can access one or more of the activitieslsenjices at any one time or over a period and this ensures that we can respond not only to the women in high levels of need but also to those who require information or advice and social activities. Highlights over the past year Every woman registering with the Centre has received a welcome pack. As well as issuing foodbank vouchers, we provide immediate access to food, toiletries and emergency supplies. We have a clothing bank. We have registered as a food organisation and received a 5 star rating to enable us to continue to supply food to women. Due to the cost-of-living crisis the quantities of food we have been supplying has significantly increased. Kindly donated by our supporters, we supported 40 women and 73 children with food vouchers for families, toys for children and a gift for Mum for 40 women and 79 children. We have been nominated for the Kings Award for Voluntary Service

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Maintained our Servi￿ BACP accreditation As well as hosting research partners including Dame Vera Baird on her inquiry into experiences of abuse and violence of women in custody at the hands of police. HMMPS women's thematic inspectorate Revolving Doors United Nations We have also hosted round tables with Damian Herd Minster of Justice Kate Green Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester Combined Authority The Centre has been acknowledged in the recently national published Effective Practice Guide working with women following a HMPPS thematic inspection on women seniices. We attended a House of Lords event in September, to launch the Women's Risk Needs Assessment tool for women in contact with the criminal justice. The WRNA is embedded as the assessment tool for women in contact with the criminal justice system We have been accepted as one of two research sites for the Gendered Well Being Assessment (GWA) which has been developed by the University of Birmingham. Once validated this will be the only tool that is trauma informed 'Quality of Life Assessment, suitable for women with multiple and complex needs who have no prior contact with the criminal justice system. Developed corporate partnerships with local businesses that have refurbished 3 of our counselling rooms. The corporates have also supported us by providing food and clothing for women and their families. Awarded 2-year funding from Charles Hayward Foundation as a contribution to the salary of the Senior Women's Case worker. Volunteering The services are supported by our committed volunteers, 97 volunteers have supported the project over the past year, including 10 corporate volunteers from local organisations. Volunteers make a huge contribution to the charity, they provide essential support, expand our charities capabilities with their diverse skills set as well as help build a stronger, more engaged community. The volunteers have many roles in the centre ranging from counsellors, psychotherapists, drop-in workers, art and group facilitators, assessors, and administrators. Many of our volunteers have lived experience We currently have 73 volunteers supporting the project. Staff and Volunteer welfare A crucial part of the service is the staff and volunteer team which includes supporting staff and volunteer welfare during what has been a challenging time for the charity with significant increases in referrals and resour￿ limitations.

10 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE The service is supported by our dedicated workforce. We employed during the year 19 members of staff. 17 FTE. Each role within the organisation is vital, without the commitment of staff and volunteers we would not be able to deliver the support services. Outcomes All activities and services provided to the women are built upon through an assessment of need. The assessment is important for the service as it helps identify needs. tailor the service, guide evidence-based decision making. address gaps, support advocacy efforts. Assessments provide a foundation for effective and targeted intenientions, leading to improved outcomes for women accessing the seniice. We continued to involve the people in our community and using existing measures: Feedback from the peer groups that continue to meet 1.1 interview Anonymous service user evaluation at end of activities Anonymous equality and diversity forms - See Appendix 'A' Feedback from partners when women are not engaging. Case Studies See below and 'Appendix 'D' and Appendix 'E' As well as the evidenced based Outcomes Star - distance travelled for women accessing support - this is an evIden￿d based tool - Appendix 'C' WEMWEBS- we use WEMWEBS to evidence the impact of group work IAPT Scoring Framework specifically Anxiety and Depression We have recently embedded into our service the Women's Risk Needs Assessment (WRNA) for women in contact with the criminal justice system. The WRNA is the only validated, peer-reviewed risklneeds assessment instrument specifically designed from the ground up, by and for justice-involved women. One to one Casework provides support, after assessment and triage, the support offers goal orientated approaches. advocacy and access to resources, emotional support and informal counselling. Skills development and empowerment. There is the option of long-term support and continuity and confidentiality and trust. This individualised support can help women: address challenges achieve their goals, navigate complex systems and improve overall well-being and quality of life. Identify and manage risk

11 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 294 women that accessed the casework support completed an outcome star. the evaluation report asks are women making progress. The results of the evaluation are In 1 + outcome areas 840/0 are making progress In 2+ outcome areas 74 % are making progress In 3+ outcome areas 68 % are making progress Outcome areas in which someone is making progress is 3.6 Please see attached document Appendix 'C' SWC Outcome Star Counselling has the potential to bring about significant positive changes, supporting individuals in their journey towards emotional healing, personal growth, and improved well-being. We use the IAPT Scoring Framework specifically Anxiety and Depression to measure the improvements in mental health, looking at statistically reliable improvement. 174 women completed therapy, the recovery rate is 62.6 % women, this is higher than the recovery rate anticipated by NHS England. Safeguarding Ensuring women are safe is a priority for the service. Safeguarding offers several benefits including prevention of abuse and neglect, promotion of well-being and mental health, building trust and confidence, empowering individuals, strengthening accountability, and creating safer environments. The service reported 178 safeguarding concerns and incidents 23124. This is again significantly higher than the previous year 106 % increase again evidencing the increase in complexity of women attending the Centre for support. This year has seen an increase in mental health incidents particularly regarding suicidal ideation. The Head of Services has met with the counselling and psychotherapy manager and training has been booked in to deliver suicide awareness and resilience training to assessorslcaseworkers. The aim of the training is to provide support for the team in their roles, and reduce burnout. Due to the growing demand on the service and the level of complex needs and presenting risk, the Head of Services and senior caseworker meet at the end of each day to review safeguarding issues from that day. This protected time gives them space to reflect and discuss Gases, making sure the service operates safely and efficiently. Staff continue to adhere well to safeguarding policies and procedures. The data shows that the team are skilled at identifying and managing significant risk. The emotional stress of dealing with such challenging situations should not be under- estimated, and the planned training will be a useful support for the team.

12 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Safeguarding plays a crucial role in ensuring the woman's rights, dignity and overall well-being are respected and protected as well as creating a safer environment for the individual and a safer community. Group work Psycho-educational Groups We deliver a range of psycho-educational groups which offer numerous benefits to women by combining psychotherapy and educational elements in a group setting. The groups are closed and delivered in a structured environment. They provide information, skills, support, and social connection for women facing similar challenges. The group is led by trained facilitators covering a range of topics such as stress management, communication skills, coping strategies. We provide a range of other groups that are not psycho-educational but are focussed on a topic such as Domestic Abuse or we have received feedback that there are topics that the women would like to know more about. The Freedom Programme is an awareness raising support group designed for women who are or have been experiencing domestic abuse. It is a programme designed as an intervention to empower women to make positive choices about their lives by providing information and support within a group setting. 100 % of the women that graduated from the programme reported that they had reported a positive change in their lives. In response to women's feedback, this year we have also offered a further programme that follows on from the Freedom Programme called the VOICE which Stands for Victims Of Intimate Coercive Experience. We facilitate a range of other groups such as Art and Craft Creative Writing Scrap Book Walking Menopause Garden Therapy Mindfulness and Relaxation We facilitated an Open Day at the Centre showcasing the work that the women had created. The event was attended by 60 plus women.

13 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE swc AR T E XH,I B I T S These groups provide numerous benefits. including creative expression. stress relief, social connection, self-exploration, skill development, therapeutic benefits, cognitive stimulation, and a sense of accomplishment. Participating in these activities enhances overall well-being, fosters growth, and contributes to fulfillment and happiness. Group support offers shared understanding, emotional support, empowerment, and a sense of belonging. It broadens perspectives, promotes personal growth, and enhances resilience. By creating a space for solace, peer learning, and shared experiences, group support helps individuals grow together on their journeys toward healing and self-improvement. Peer learning and feedback are benefits of all the groups. The groups allow women to learn from each other by sharing experiences, insights, successes, and challenges. Individuals gain valuable perspectives and alternative viewpoints. The collective wisdom and shared experiences of group members can be a powerful catalyst for personal transformation. By improving the wellbeing, physical and mental health of women, women have increased self-confidence and self-esteem and whilst the following quantitative data are not performance indicators it is encouraging to see significant increases year on year of women returning to employment, volunteering and education improving life chances for themselves and their families and contributing to the social and economic development of their communities. On exit Found or returned to em ment Returned to or started education Returned to or started volunteerin 20121 36 21122 26 11 22123 71 19 23124 83 25

14 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Attended relevant education or training courses includes (Psycho-educational courses run at the Centre) 89 106 (50) 158 (56) 195 (74) Service Users Evaluation 138 women have completed an anonymous service user evaluation using SMART SURVEY 96 % of women completing the survey were satisfied with the Servi￿ they received. 860/0 of the women completing the service user evaluation, were very satisfied with the service they had received. 100/0 were satisfied. 85 % said they had experienced positive change in their lives. This is a word cloud of reoccurring words from the online SMART SURVEY asking What is good about this service? Yv'rw4be s11ive kno'Nlcxl8C co.4fidence Jcssions jn Jcccss twtateil If( Staff centre elc.oming needs people Ciwir￿ml1ll inlorrtt.Wt learn ons hl c.mntions woinen heli,Ii V•lkl•tknn l•lLJtiJ',-.rn strw rrierndly I￿1￿%1 bellpr lislti)ed -Inselling e31ise IrK-4d undei-standing support Pf(bt•ss t" Ik. i•leth {liffei'niit meel ouicklv %uDported plKC 1S)Ic {uun5dlor discuss supportive service onNtlii,'i& rtyt need helped- r(wnmuoify ¢ry4ty great Jfvil's profvssion<il prJ¥3tvty c¢cw*e Some of the comments from women: This service is fantastic in providing support to those individuals who could not otherwise afford it. All be it in the short term, it addresses the needs of those vulnerable people who would otherwise have no one to talk to and support. I truly believe that the Women's Centre saves lives,. it gives hope to vulnerable women that there is somewhere to turn, people do care and are happy to listen.

15 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE It is one on one with the same person so can build up trust to open and discuss problems and issues in confidence without fear of being judged. All the staff when you enter SWC are friendly and welcoming which makes a big differen￿ when you suffer from anxiety and depression. l always feel comfortable and safe at the Women's Centre. Everyone is friendly, polite and very helpful. You are treated as an equal. Everything. A lot of support, how to battle through different experiences Everything. The experience and knowledge of the staff must be first. Next the contact I had with my case worker and course facilitators has helped me process my experiences in a way that has been safe and kind. I wish that every woman had the support of this centre as they are an amazing team which deserve the highest respect and funding. It is a brilliant service for women. Plus, there is other courses on offer to help with all problems. It is amazingly free of charge and accessible to everyone. Well trained and understanding staff in general. Also, l am from the South Asian community and seeing a counsellor is still a taboo" subject as many people who I suppose does not really understand, can "label" this is many ways. For me I felt very good and supported and did not feel all the taboo effect. I felt during our sessions I could see certain aspects of my circumstances in a different but good and positive way which I did not think of before. Sometimes you need to talk to a third person who is neutral and not a family member, relative or friend. Stockport Women's centre have changed my life for the better. The level of support I received was second to none. I couldn't have got through the last two years without them. Nothing - great having this service in the local area. Absolutely great. As well as feedback that is positive, we also ask 'How we can improve the service?,

16 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE number" onih.. $5 LOlItIiiu2 ¢cnler E.Itc¢ n£eiiiiig riLLcI sioi-ls ns*llor¥ ¢rBthICy L%sed Feedback included Flexibility of sessions for working women Unfortunately. the only way to improve the service for me would've been to have continued sessions, but I know this is not financially viable and others needs support not just me. I'll be forever grateful for the sessions I did receive. The waiting times, more funding and staff. I don't think there is anything the women's centre can do to improve itself- the government need to put more funding into mental health and women's care to provide increased services and decreased waiting times but that is the government not the centre of course. I wish I could have recorded sessions so I could listen to the advi￿ and support given after completing the course. I realise this would not be possible. The only thing I can think of is to open later for women that are in work or college so they can go after finish work or college Try to shorten the initial waiting times to be seen is the number one thing that could be done. l understand this may have a lot to do with funding, but l am sure that would really be of most beneficial to most people. Some themes identified last year were not reflected in the feedback this year in particular check in call and making the process clearer. Other themes previously highlighted a requirement for longer opening hours, increased services, reduce waiting times are both still areas of concern, there is recognition by the Centre of capacity and financial limitations. Interestingly this year we received a lot of positives in the how can we improve the service including... Lots of Nothing - Its fantastic That's a hard one because I'm honestly really satisfied with all the support I received and will recommend the centre to other women in need of some support.

17 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Very impressed with the amount of time given and the quality of the service, can't think of anything that needs improving. This is already an amazing service. l am ashamed to say I had never heard of Stockport Women's Centre before my GP suggested I contact you. Thank you for providing this service, l am so grateful for your help. Main challenge in 2023-24 and how we responded: We have continued to operate in a challenging environment, from workforce challenges, cost of living crisis, funding challenges and systemic inequities. All these challenges have been coupled within the increase in demand as well as the increase in the number of women presenting with 4 or more needs. In the last annual report the main challenge had been the increase in the number of women registering and re-accessing the servi￿, with an increase in identified needs. This had been noti￿able since August 2022, when an average month referrals and re- activations for the service had been 40 women. to at the end of the year an increase of 20 to 60 a rnonth. This trend has continued into 23124 with referrals averaging out at 65 per month together with 75.12 % {416) of the women having 4 or more needs. We are seeing significant increases in the number of needs reported at assessment. and we know some needs are unreported as some women do not disclose at assessment but disclose once a relationship of trust has been built. We responded by continuing with some of the strategies that was effective the previous year. As well as issuing foodbank vouchers, we provided immediate access to food, toiletries and emergency supplies. This is constantly being refilled during the day. We have a clothing bank. Due to the cost-of-living crisis the quantities of food we have been supplying has significantly increased. We are now registered as a food organisation and received a 5-star rating to enable us to continue to supply food to women At Christmas, we supported 40 women and 73 children with food vouchers for families, toys for children and a gift for Mum for 40 women and 79 children. Identified where the pressure points were and secured funding to recruit a duty case worker, based with front of house who can provide support to women in immediate crisis, triaging levels of need for assessmenuinteniention and decide on the urgency of support needed. taking pressure away from the casework team and providing support and guidance to front of house. Until we had recruited to the post, a part-time caseworker took on additional hours undertaking full needs assessments with those deemed to meet the threshold of needing support quickly. Whilst early days, this role is making a difference e.g. we are seeing a reduction in safeguarding referrals at assessment

18 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE The counselling team have developed a new group called the Toolbox. This is a psycho-educational group in which, using focused artwork, women create a personal toolbox for coping with distress. Women who have experienced trauma or other stressful life events that cause them to experience difficulties in their day-to-day life and who would benefit from learning stabilisation techniques. This groups supports women to stabilise whilst they are waiting to aC￿sS support. Workshops are offered on a weekly basis and women can access once register and do not have to wait for an assessment. All women can access social activities whilst waiting for 1".1 support. Creating lasting impact and sustainable change is still a challenge and continues to be a constant challenge for the service and the sector. Continuity of support and resources behind the lifetime of individual projects is crucial for sustained progress in us reaching our social objectives. SWC has continued to be open as a 'space' for women to access support required whether that be face-to-face, telephone or video. We have supported more women in the Centre's history. We have provided more practical support to women and their families. We have offered a community space for partner agencies to be based to strengthen the 'one stop shop, approach - more agencies are now seeing women at the Centre We have offered longer-term support to women with complex and multiple issues. We have developed further peer support to promote co-production and strengthen the voices of women. SWC women are now attending focus groups and we will continue to strengthen the Domestic Abuse Partnership and refer more women into the groups enabling their voiceslexperiences to be heard at the DA Partnership Board level and shape future Servi￿ provision. Develop further the therapeutic group work - as well as developing new groups to meet the needs of women e.g. The Toolbox, more women have accessed therapeutic groups than any other year. This year we have continued to play a crucial role in the community by providing a safe and supportive environment for women of all backgrounds by offering a wide range of resources, services, and programmes to address the unique needs and challenges faced by women. Volunteers The services are supported by our committed volunteers, 102 volunteers have supported the project over the past year. Volunteers make a huge contribution to the charity, providing a wealth of skills, knowledge, and capacity. The volunteers have many roles in the centre ranging from counsellors, psychotherapists, drop-in workers, art and group facilitators, assessors, and administrators.

19 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Our reputation as a charity. which supports women at times of stress and difficulties on their lives, has contributed to never having a shortage of women ready to offer their time to help other women. We currently have 79 volunteers supporting the project. Stsff The Women's Centre is fortunate in having such dedicated staff who are passionate about providing outstanding services to women. The trustees would like to express their thanks to the staff for their remarkable commitment to Stockport Women's Centre. Funding Sources As well as the many individual supporters we would like to say thank you to the following organisations for supporting the vital work of charity. The Zochonis Charitable Trust The National Lottery Fund The Big Life Group The Pilgrim Trust Big Life Group Greater Manchester Combined Authority Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group Greater Manchester Women's Support Alliance Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council The Ministry of Justice TMT-Group CAF Rail UK Manchester Crafty Beer Girls We remain immensely thankful to all those supporters that have helped us to raise funds needed to meet the full costs of the projects and associate costs of running the project. Financial Review The results for the year are shown in the Statement of Financial Activities. The statement shows that income for the year increased from £644,383 to £650,699 with expenditure increasing from £605,494 to £631,303. This has resulted in a net surplus for the year of £19,396. This leaves funds as at 31st March 2024 totalling £231,225 of which £34,531 is restricted and £196,694 unrestricted. During the year 22123, assets were purchased from restricted funding, in particular Ministry of Justice. The balances on the restricted funds (see note 15) represent, in the main, future depreciation. This totals £28,297. These balances will reduce over the next two to nine years, depending upon the type of asset.

20 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Like so many charities we continue to face a challenging financial future as there continues to be significant reductions in funding by public bodies and increasing competition for grants and it is becoming harder to secure long term funding to cover the running costs of the Centre. Reserves Policy The balance held in unrestricted reserves at 31 sl March 2024 was £179,072 with £176,030 being free reserves, after allowing for funds tied up in fixed assets. However, not all the reserves are directly available to spend on its charitable activities as the policy of the trustees is to hold sufficient funds for three months typical running costs in case of emergency. The level of reserves is monitored throughout the year as part of the charity's budgetary process. None of the Trustees has any beneficial interest in the company. All Trustees are members of the company and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up. Trade Creditors The company's current policy concerning the payment of trade creditors is to follow the CBI'S Prompt Payers Code (copies are available from the CBI, Centre Point, 103 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1 DU). The company's current policy concerning the payment of trade creditors is to: settle the terms of payment with suppliers when agreeing the terms of each transaction" ensure that suppliers are made aware of the terms of payment by inclusion of the relevant terms in contracts., and pay in accordance with the company's contractual and other legal obligations. Trade creditors of the company at the year-end were £5,987 Investment Policy and Objectives The charity does not have an investment policy. When available, funds are held in interest bearing bank accounts to maximise returns. Remuneration policy Remuneration for key management is agreed by the Trustees. Risk Management The Trustees assume responsibility for ongoing review of the risks facing the organisation. In this context, we define risk as the potential to fail to achieve our objectives and for loss, whether financial or reputational, inherent in the environment in which we operate. Stockport Women's Centre conducts an ongoing programme of, identifying risks in the following business-critical areas. The Trustees note the following specific areas that give rise to the potential major risk areas for the forthcoming financial year.

21 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Financial Human Resources Safeguarding Relationships and external partnerships Identified risks are classified as of low, medium or high likelihood and as having small, serious or severe potential to damage the business. Those risks with medium to high chances of occurring andlor with serious to severe potential to damage are listed, monitored and steps taken to mitigate them. The trustees will consider the potential impact and likelihood of occurrence of these and other risks across the organisation's activities and identify the key controls required. The Board will ensure that next year there is an appropriate control framework in place, recognising that the system of internal control is designed to manage rather than eliminate the risk of failure to achieve the Charity's objectives. The Trustees consider that Stockport Women's Centre has procedures in place to maintain strong internal controls and are satisfied that the systems of financial control comply in all material aspects with the guidelines issued by the Charity Commission and are operating with sufficient effectiveness to provide reasonable assurance. Plans for the next 12 months. We reported at the end of last year's report we had joined the Effective Women's Centre Project as we wanted to be part of the rigorous research that provides the robust evidence that is required to make "systemic change" Providing robust evidence is critical, to influence policy makers, and commissioners to fund women's centres. We have embedded the WRNA into the service for women in contact with the crirninal justice system. We are thrilled to have been accepted as one of only two research sites in England for the Gendered Well-being Assessment. (GWA). The goal for the Effective Women's Centre and SWC as a member of the EWC is "women, wherever they are in England and Wales, experience sufficiently funded, holistic, person-centred, gender- and trauma-responsive services, meaning women's needs and strengths are recognised, evidenced and met; their voices are listened to; and they have agency to transform the systems which impact them to create better lives for themselves and for society We will continue to apply for funding to support the vital services that SWC provides to all women in Stockport and. Ensure SWC continues to be open as a 'space' for women to access support required whether that be face-to-face, telephone or video. Continue to provide practical support to women and their families e.g., clothing, food. Continue to offer a community space for partner agencies to be based to strenghten the 'one stop shop, approach

22 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Offer longer-term support to women with multiple unmet needs. Structure, governance and management The charity is a company limited by guarantee. The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006. The Trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were.. J Hancock (Chair) Hmscott C Milner HHOY L Dolling S Harrison M Repanos (appointed May 2023) K Day (resigned June 2024) L Taylor (resigned January 2024) Recruitment and Appointment of trustees The directors of the company are also charity trustees for the purposes of charity law and under the company's articles are known as members of the Board of Trustees. The trustees may from time to time and at any time appoinucoopt any female person as a trustee either to fill a vacancy that may occur or by way of addition to the trustees, provided that the prescribed maximum is not exceeded. Unless otherwise determined by an ordinary resolution of the Charity, the number of Trustees shall not be less than five nor more than nine. Each Trustee shall be appointed for a three year term. At the end of each term a Trustee shall retire from office but may be re- appointed for a maximum of 3 terms. At the end of nine consecutive years a Trustee must retire. If the Trustees are satisfied, in their discretion and taking account of skills and expertise, a Trustee should be reappointed for additional terms, they may reappoint for additional terms, each of which shall be limited for one year. All members of the Board of Trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity. In any effort to maintain a broad skill mix, members of the management committee are requested to provide a list of their skills, and this is updated each year. Trustee induction and training When new Trustees are introduced to the Charity, they are given a concise overview of Stockport Women's Centre vision, mission, achievements, and financial performance over the past year. This includes key projects, partnerships, and impact on beneficiaries. They are also provided with a summary of financial statements,

23 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE including income, expenses, and reserves, along with any notable challenges and strategic goals for the upcoming year. The induction emphasis the importance of trustees, roles in ensuring the charity's continued success and fulfilling its charitable objectives. All Trustees are encouraged to attend appropriate training where these will facilitate the undertaking of their role. Related parties and co-operation with other organisations Stockport Women's Centre is a member of the Greater Manchester Women's Support Alliance.

24 STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE Statement of trustees, responsibilities The trustees, who are also the directors of Stockport Women's Centre for the purpose of company law, are responsible for preparing the Annual 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 year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that year. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to: select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently" observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP; make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements,. and prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity 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 charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irreg ularities. The trustees, report was approved on 25th November 2024 J Hancock Chair

25 Independent examiner's report to the trustees of STOCKPORT WOMEN'S I report on the accounts of the company for the year ended 31, March 2024, which are set out on pages 26 to 38. Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The trustees (who are also the directors of the Comp￿1￿. for the purposes of compaiiy law) are responsibl¢ for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not requii'ed for this vear under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (thc 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. The charity is required by company law to prepare accrued accounts and l am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of"The Association of Chartered CertÈfied Accountants. Having satÉsfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, 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 Commission under section 145(b) of the 2011 Act; and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's report M), cxamination w'as carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the ch￿ilY Commission. An ¢xamination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charitN' and a comparisoii of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations Irom you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequentl), 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: ( l ) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006. and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006, and vith the methods and prinLiples of the Statement of Recommeiided Practice: Accounting and Rcporting by Charities have not been met; or (2) to which, in m}, opinion, attention should be drawi in order to enable a proper uiiderstandingi of the accounts to be reaclied. AM King FCCA Community Accountancy Service Ltd The Grange, Pilgrim Drive, Beswick, Manchester, M l 13TQ th Date.. 25 November ?024

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 26 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Total Funds Total Funds Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Further Details Income from.. Donations and legacies Charitable Activities Other Trading Activities Other Income Investment Income Total {31 {41 (51 20,224 483,209 12,758 114 32 516.337 20,224 617,571 12,758 114 32 650,699 12,370 622,391 12.695 134,362 134.362 647,473 Expenditure on: Raising Funds Charitable Activities Other Total 161 161 161 1.694 496.774 247 498,715 1.694 629,362 247 631,303 398 604,637 459 605,494 132,588 132,588 Net incomellexpenditurel 17,622 1,774 19,396 41,979 Transfers between funds 1151 11631 163 Net movement in funds 17,459 1,937 19,396 41,979 Reconciliation of funds Total funds bioughl forwaTd Totsl funds carried forward 1151 1151 179,235 196.694 32,594 34.531 211,829 231,225 169.850 211,829 The 51alemenl of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities. The notes on pages 29 10 38 fom part of these accounts.

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 27 BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024 Company registration number: 06255693 2024 2023 Notes Fixed assets.. Tangible assets Total fixed assets 31,339 31.339 32,769 32,769 Current assets.. Debtors Cash al Bank & in Hand Total cuirenl assets 1121 5.197 382,386 367,577 2,462 252,243 254.705 Liabilitie$'. Creditors". Amounts falling due within one year 113) 167.691 75,645 Nel current assets or liabilities 199.886 179,060 Total assets less current liabilities 231,225 211,829 Totsl net assets or liabilities 231,225 211,829 The funds of the charity: Restricted income funds 1151 34,531 32,594 Unrestricted income funds 115) 196,694 179,235 Total charity funds 231,225 211,829 For the period in QLJestion the company was entitled to the exemption conferred by section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, ènd that no notice has been deposited under section 476 in relation to It5 accounts for the financial year,. and the directors acknowledge their responsibilities for: - complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts. These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies. regime. Approved by the Iruslees on 25th Novem er 2024 J Hancock Chair The notes on pages 29 to 38 fom part of these accounts

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 28 Statement of Cash Flows for the year ending 31 March 2024 Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash flow from operating attivities Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Net movement in funds Add back depreciation Deduct investment income Decrease/lincre35el In debtor5 In¢rease/lde¢reasel in creditors 19,396 5,986 1321 12.7291 92,046 41,979 4,619 1171 44,124 137.640) Net cash used in operatlng artivities 114,667 53.065 Cash flows from investment activities: Interest Purchase ol fixed assets 32 14,5561 17 137,2361 Net cash provided by investing activlties 14,5241 137,2191 Increaselldecreasel in cash and cash equivalents during the year 110,143 15,846 Cash and cash eouivalenls brought fO￿ard 252.243 236,397 Cash and cash equlvalents carried forward 362,386 252,243

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 29 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 l. Accounting policies lal Basis of preparation and assessment of going concern The account5 (financial statements) have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ire13nd IFRS 1021 issued on 1st J3nLJ3ry 2019 and the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Charitie5 Act 2011. The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Ibl Funds structure Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by the donor or trust deed. There are 5 iestricted funds. Unrestricted income funds comprise those funds which the trustees are free to Use for any purpose in furtherance of the charitable objects. Unrestricted funds include designated funds where the trustee5. at their discretion. have created a fund for a specific purpose. Further details of e3ch fund are disc105ed in note 15. Icl Income recognition All income 15 recognised once the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably. Donation5 are recogn￿sed when the charity has been notified in writing of both the amount and settlement date. In the event that a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of performance before the charity is entitled to the funds, the income is deferred and not recognised until either those conditions are fully met. or the fulfilment of those condition5 is wholly within the control of the charity and it 15 probable that those conditions will be fulfilled in the reporting period. Interest on funds held on deposit Is included when receiv3ble and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity.. this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank. Dividend5 are recognised once the dividend h35 been decI3red and notification has been received of the dividend due. Idl Expenditure Recognition 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 settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. All expenditure is accounted for on an accrua15 basis. All expense5 including SUPPOrt Costs and governance costs are allocated or apportioned to the applicable expenditure headings. For more information on this attribution refer to note If) below, lel Irrecoverable VAT Irrecoverable VAT is charged against the expenditure heading for which it was incurred. If) Allocation of support and governance costs Support 105t5 have been allocated between governance costs and other support costs. Governance costs comprise all costs involving the public accountability of the charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice. These costs include costs related to independent examination and legal fees together with an apportionment of overhead and support costs. Governance costs and support costs relating to charitable activities have been apportioned based on type of expense. The allocation of support and governance Costs is analysed in note 8. Igl Cost5 of raising funds The costs of raising funds consist5 of fundraising activities and marketing. Ihl Charitable A¢tivities Costs Df charitable activities include governance costs and an apportionment of support costs as shown in note 7.

OCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 30 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 lil Tangible fijted assets and depreciatlu All assets costing more than £550 are capitalised and valued at historical cost. Depreciation is charged on the following basis.. Computer5 Fixtures and Fitting5 Leasehold Improvements 33'h reducing bal8n( 33% reducing balance 33% on cost ti} Realised gains and losses All gains and losses are taken to the Statement of Financial Activities as they arise. Realised 6ains and105ses on investments are calculated as the difference between sale5 Pfoceeds and their opening carrying value or their purchase value if acquired Subsequent to the first day of the financial year. Unrealised gains and losses are ¢alculated as the difference between the fair value at the year end and their varying value. Realised and unreali5ed investrnent galns and losses are combined in the Statement of Finantial Activitlès. Ikl Penslons The charity currently administers contributions to pension scheme5 on behalf of Individuals. The charity has no Ilability beyond making its contributions and paying acr055 the deduction5. 111 Debtors Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due 3fterany trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due. Im) Creditors and provision5 Creditors and provisions are recognised where the tharity has a present obligation resulting from a past evént that will Probably result In the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provi519ns are normally retO8ni5ed at their settlèment arnount after allowing for any trade discounts due. 2. Related party transactions and trustees. expensas and romun¢ratlon The trustees all give freeSy thelr time and expertise without any form of remuneration or other benefit in cash or kind 12023-. £nill. Expenses paid to the trustees in the year totalled £nil12023: £nlll. Trustee Kay Day is also a trustee of Greater Manchester Women's Support Alliance. Fundlng received durin8 the year amounted to £160,46112023.. £221,104). 3. Donatlons and Legacles Unrestrlcted Rgstrlctod Total Funds Total Funds Year Ended Year Endad 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Year Ended 31 Y￿r Ended 31 Mar¢h 2024 March 2024 Donations and Grfis Thè Zochonis Charitable Trust Donation Fundiaising 6,532 12.000 1,692 20.224 6.532 12,000 1,692 20.224 12,370 12,370 Previous reportino period un￿￿trIcted Restricted Total Funds Yaar Ended 31 Mar¢h 2023 Year Ended 31 Year Ended 31 March 2023 IAarch 2023 r]on3tions an(J Fijndraisin 12,370 12,370 12.370 12,370

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 31 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 4. In¢ome Irom charitable activities Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Total Funds Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Year Ended 31 Year Ended 31 March 2024 March 2024 General grants. Coutts Foundation Garfield Weston Foundation GMCA- Health Project Manager GM WSA GM WSA NHS Counselling GM WSA Ministry of Justice Self Help Services - IAPT Stockport MBC - Domestic Abuse Case Worker Stockport MBC - Community Safely Fund Stockport MBC - Senior Case Worker Stockport MBC - Warm Spaces Talk Listen Change The JABBS Foundation The Zochonis Charitable Trust Reslricled grants & contracls.. National Lollery Fund GMCA Ministry of Justice GMCA Ministry of Justice - Victims Fund GM WSA National Probation The Pilgrim Trust 40,150 5,000 46,455 82.884 110,574 3,090 46.210 31.159 15.116 49,572 78,508 141.661 18,800 47,850 31,159 49,572 78,508 741,661 18,800 47.850 31,159 15.116 15,116 1,000 3,000 97,543 3,000 97,543 1,624 12,000 107,094 107,094 126.406 57,042 8,156 8,889 26,636 622,391 27.268 134,362 27,268 617,571 483,209

STOCKPORTWOMEN'S CENTRE 32 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 4. Income from charitable activities Previous reporting period Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Year Ended 31 March 2023 Year Ended 31 Year Ended 31 March 2023 March 2023 General grants.. Coults Foundation Garfield Weston Foundation GMCA GM WSA GM WSA NHS Counselling Self Help Servi￿$ SlockpL)rt MBC Stockport hllBC - Community Safely Fund Stockport MBC - Warm Spaces The JABBS Foundation The Zochonis Charitable Trust Reslricled grants & contracts". National Lottery Fund GMCA Ministry of Justice GMCA Ministry of Justice - Victims Fund GM WSA National Probation GM WSA Ministry Df Justice The Pilgrim Tiust 40,150 5,000 46,455 82,884 110.574 46,210 31,159 15,116 1.000 1,624 12,000 40,150 5,000 46.455 82,884 110.574 46,210 31,159 15,116 1,000 1.624 12,000 126,406 57,042 8,156 8,889 3,090 26.638 230.219 126,406 S7,042 8.156 8,889 3,090 26.636 622,391 392,172 S. Income from other trading activities Unrestricted Restricted Totsl Funds Total Funds Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Year Ended 31 Year Ended 31 March 2024 March 2024 Lettings & Licencing Arrangements 12,758 12.758 12.758 12,758 12.695 12,695 Previous reporting period Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Year Endgd 31 March 2023 Year Ended 31 Year Ended 31 March 2023 March 2023 Lettings & Licencing Arrangements 12,695 2,560 12,695 12.695

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 33 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 6. Expenditure Support services to women Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Expenditure on raising funds.. Fundraising activities & Events Advertising and marketing 1,586 128 1,694 1,566 128 1,694 398 398 Expenditu￿ on charitable a¢tivlties: Employment Costs Sessional Staff Staff Welfare Support Catering Training Recruitment & DBS Costs Beneficiary Expenses Volunteer Expenses Health & Safety Travel Expenses Minor Equipment Ilnsurance Claim Refund) Heat, Light & Water Repairs & Maintenance Subsciiptions IT Maintenance Cleaning & Waste Disposal Telephone Rent & Rates Insurance Governan￿ and Support Costs Post. Printing & Stationery Depreciation 517,041 25.706 1,802 2,038 1.253 608 1,970 156 275 2,032 517,041 25.706 1,802 2,038 1.253 608 1,970 156 275 2,032 487,919 17,299 2,317 501 4,190 1.169 8,454 144 7,233 1,036 12.807) 6,278 31,348 907 8.094 9,816 1,425 268 1,161 6.768 25,054 2,352 13.185 2,374 5,986 629.362 8,094 9.816 1,425 268 1,161 6,766 25.054 2,352 13,185 2.374 5,986 829,362 2,347 5,134 23.905 1.845 4,236 2,563 4,619 604,637 Other expenditure.. Sundries 247 247 631,303 247 247 631.303 459 459 605.494 Restricted funds Unrestricted funds 132,588 498,715 631,303 201,021 404.473 605.494

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 34 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 7. Analysi5 of expenditure on charitable activities As per note 6. 8. Allo¢3tion of governance and support ¢ost5 The breakdown of support Costs and how these were allocated between governance and other support costs is shown below.. General Support Governance 1,110 Totsl 2024 Basis of apportionment 1,11 J type of expense 866 type of expense 290 type of expensè 10,919 type of expense 13,185 Independent Examination Fees Payroll 8ureau Charges Software Professional Fees 866 290 10,919 12.075 1,110 General Support Governan¢e 1,080 Total 2023 8asis of apportionment 1,080 type of expense 1,068 type of expense 169 type of expense 1.672 type of expense 247 type of expense 4,236 Independent Examination Fees Payioll Bureau Charges Software IT Consultancy Professional Fees 1,068 169 1,672 247 3,156 1,080 9. Analysis of staff costs Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Wages and Salaries Redundancy Social Security Costs Pension Costs 461,184 433,528 35,843 20,014 517,041 34,457 19,934 487,919 Charitable Aclvilies Support Costs 517,041 487,919 517.041 487,919 The average number of employees during the year was 18 FTE 15 (previous year.. 17, FTE 151. The charity considers its key management personnel comprises the trustees and Chief Executive Officer. The lolal employment benefits, including employer pension contributions of the key management personne5 were £50.110 (previous year.. £38,855). No employee has benefits In excess of £60.000 (previous year.. none). 10. Independent Examiner Fees Year Ended Year Ended 31 March 31 March 2024 2023 Independent Examination Fees Other Accountancy ServI￿s 1,080 1,672 2,752 I,iio

srocKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 35 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 11. Tangible Fixed Assets Leasehold Fixtures and Improvement Fittings Computsrs Totsl Cost At 1 April 2023 Additions Al 31 March 2024 19,833 4.556 24,389 28,232 40,971 89,036 4,556 93,592 28.232 40,971 Depreciation Al 1 April 2023 Ch3rge for Year At 31 Marih 2024 19,833 1,520 21,353 26,108 1,061 27,169 10.326 3,405 13,731 56,267 5,986 62,253 NET BOOK VALUE At 31 March 2024 Al 31 March 2023 3,036 1.063 2.124 27.240 30,645 31,339 32,769 12. Analysis of debtors 2024 2023 Debtors Prepayments Other debtors 2,240 2,951 541 1,276 645 2.462 5,191 Debtors and prepayments related to restricted funds £nil12023.' £5121 and unrestricted funds £5.19112023.. £1.9501 13. Creditors.. amounts fallinB due within one year 2024 2023 Cr@dilors Short-lerm compensated absences (holiday pay) Other creditors and accruals Deferred income 5,987 5.241 2.225 154.238 167,691 2,058 4.943 2,616 66.028 75,645 14. Deferred income Deferred income comprises grants received in advance. Balance as al 1 April 2023 Amount released to income earned from charitable activities Amount deferred in year Balan￿ at 31 March 2024 66,028 166,0281 154.238 154,238

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 36 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 1 S. Analysis ol charitable funds Ana5ysis of movements in unrestricted funds Balance at 1 April 2023 Incoming Resources Resources Expended Balance at 31 March 2024 Transfers General Fund Designated Funds 179,235 516,337 1498.7151 117.7851 17,622 11631 179,072 17,622 196,694 179,235 516,337 1498,7151 Previous reporting period Balance at 1 April 2022 Incoming Resources Resources Expended Balance at 31 March 2023 Transfers General Fund 166,454 166.454 417,254 417,254 1404,4731 1404,4731 179,235 179,235 Namo of unrestricted fund.. General Fund Designated Funds Description, nature and purpose of the fund The "free reserves" Towards the costs of the Complex Needs Caseworker Analysis of movements in restricted funds Balance at 1 Aprll 2023 Incoming Resources Resources Expended Balance at 31 March 2024 Transters National Lollery Fund The Pilgrim Trust GMCA Ministry of Justice GMCA Ministry of Justice- Victims Fund GM WSA National Prtsbalion 903 107,094 27,268 1101,3121 127,2681 13,405} 1281) 13221 1132.5881 8,685 30,645 400 646 27,240 282 163 324 34,531 32,594 134,362 163 As per the descriptions below, the balances on some of these funds represents future depreciation. This is as a result of capital purchases from reslncled funds.

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 37 Notès to the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2024 15. Analysis of charitable funds Analysis of movemènts in restricted funds Previous reporting period Balance at 1 April 2022 Incoming Resources Resour¢es Expended Balance at 31 March 2023 Transfers National Lollery Fund GMCA Ministry of Justi GMCA Ministry of Justice - Victims Fund GM WSA National Probation GM WSA Ministry of Justice The Pilgrim Trust 3,396 126,406 57,042 8,156 8,889 3,090 26,636 230,219 1128.899} 126,397} 17,7561 18.243) 13,0901 126,6361 1201.0211 903 30,645 400 646 3,396 32.594 Name of restricted fund: Nation31 Lottery Fund Description, nature and purpose of the fund lo develop support ServI￿S to women in Stockport. £451 balan￿ on this fund represents future depreciation. lo improve the mental health of young women 18-25 lo support reducing women's reoffending specifically lo provide auxiliary equipment and capitsl investment. The balan￿ on this fund represents future depreciation. lo support women actsssing our service to cope with cost of living crisis. The balance on this fund represents future depreciation. to support seNice improvement for beneficiaries. The balance on this fund represents future depreciation. The Pilgrim Trust GMCA Ministry of justice GMCA Ministry of ILJStice Victlm5 Fund GM WSA National Probation

STOCKPORT WOMEN'S CENTRE 38 Notes to the accounts for the year ended 315t March 2024 16. Analysis of net assets between funds Unrestricted funds Designated funds Restricted funds Total 2024 Tangible fixed assets Cash al bank and in hand Other nel current a5selsl{liabililiesl Total 3.042 338,530 1162,500} 179,072 28.297 6,234 31,339 362,386 1162,5001 231,225 17,622 17,622 34,531 Previous reporting period Unrestricted funds Designate(I funds Restricted funds Total 2023 Tangible fixed assets Cash at bank and in hand Other nel current asselsllliabilrtiesl Total 12 252,499 173,276} 179,235 32,757 12561 93 32,594 32,769 252,243 173.1831 211,829 17. Flnanctal Instruments The charty only has financial assets and liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial inslrumenls. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised on a transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at an amortised c05t using the effective interest method. 18. Lease Commitments At 31 M3rch 2024 the charity had future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operation leases in respect of premises. The annual cost is £22.478 and is on a rolling year basis.